Good morning, Dover.

Rite Aid filed for bankruptcy on May 5th and later announced additional store closures including six Delaware locations — in Rehoboth Beach, Millsboro, Glasgow, Stanton, Laurel, and Selbyville — as part of a nationwide plan to close 361 stores.

Kent County's Levy Court unanimously passed the FY 2026 budget that keeps the property tax rate at 5.72 cents per $100—this new plan will take effect on July 1.

Coastal Companies is issuing a voluntary recall of 17 products with cucumbers grown by Bedner Growers and distributed by Fresh Start Produce Sales in Delaware—these products may be contaminated with Salmonella.

No illnesses were reported as of May 27—consumers, restaurants, and retailers are advised to destroy any existing cases and not to serve the products.

EA Sports College Football 26 will include the Delaware Blue Hens, as shown in a new trailer before its July 10 release.

The team, moving up to the Football Bowl Subdivision and joining Conference-USA, will let players choose to opt into a NIL deal—allowing them to use their name, image and likeness in the game.

Leap Frog Bicycle Tour

7 AM - 2 PM — Lake Forest Central Elementary — Early Bird $35 — Experience a scenic ride through Delaware’s beautiful ponds with well-marked routes and SAG support.

Be Great 5K Walk/Run

9-11 a.m. — Greater Dover Boys & Girls Club — Visit website for registration details — Participate in a fun-filled charitable event supporting local youth programs.

Dover Women’s Connection Breakfast

9:30-11:30 a.m. — Maple Dale Country Club — $22.00 cash or check — Connect with women over breakfast, great food, and inspiring talks.

Dover Con 2025

10 AM – 4 PM — Dover Public Library — Free entry — Celebrate pop culture with vendors, cosplay, gaming, and more at this family-friendly festival.

Summer Concert Series on The Green

6-9 p.m. — The Green — Free entry — Enjoy great live music and local food truck delights every Thursday evening this summer.