Good morning, Dover.

The Del-Mar-Va Council, Scouting America will host a Community Flag Retirement Event on Flag Day, June 14 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Akridge Scout Reservation in Dover — community members can retire worn American flags or drop them off on weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Delaware’s largest class of Individual Artist Fellows is on view at Biggs Museum with the Award Winners XXVI exhibition featuring 27 artists working in various media.

The exhibit opened yesterday at the Schwartz Center and will run in Dover until Aug. 16 before touring additional venues.

Caravel Academy held its graduation ceremony on June 3 where 87 seniors celebrated with family, faculty and administrators at the school gymnasium.

The event marked a milestone achievement for the class of 2026.

Gov. Matt Meyer declared a statewide drought watch on June 4 after nine months of below-normal rainfall urged officials to ask residents to conserve water for outdoor use; using non-drinkable water sources (for irrigation) may help delay stricter restrictions.

Officials will monitor conditions closely.

Gov. Matt Meyer declared a statewide drought watch on Wednesday after Delaware recorded 10 months of below normal rainfall and dropping water levels, particularly in Kent and Sussex counties.

Officials urge residents to conserve water+ adjust usage to help preserve supplies as heavy rainfall remains unlikely.

Eighty of Delaware's top high school seniors will compete in the 70th DFRC Blue-Gold All-Star Football Game at Delaware Stadium on Thursday, June 18.

The event will unite players, cheerleaders, band members and student ambassadors from 48 schools + raise funds for DFRC programs.

The DIAA spring tournament now features only baseball and girls soccer.

Girls soccer championships will be held Sunday, June 7 at Newark Charter while a baseball quarterfinal match takes place today at Caesar Rodney.

Cape Henlopen High, led by Dom Mangini's first inning grand slam, beat Red Lion Christian 6-3 on (Thursday, June 4) in the second round of DIAA baseball, ensuring both Cape Henlopen and Sussex Central advanced to the quarterfinals.

Caravel defeated Tower Hill 5-3 in the DIAA Baseball second round on Thursday, June 4, with Jackson Gable pitching two perfect innings to secure the win in a close matchup.

Sanford defeated Conrad 2-0 in the 2026 DIAA Baseball tournament to advance to the quarterfinals.

The win sets up their next tournament game later this week.

Delaware Black Music Festival 2026

10 AM – 12 PM — G & R Recreation Campground — $50 — Celebrate the vibrant sounds of Black music with top performances in a festive family-friendly atmosphere.

Firefly Music Festival

Daytime and evening — Dover Motor Speedway — Cost TBA — Experience a magical camping festival with music, food, and community spirit.

Share Your History Event

5-7 p.m. — John Bell House Interpretive Center — Free entry — Share your personal stories and connect with the rich history of Dover, Delaware.