Good morning, Dover.

Dover High School held commencement ceremonies on June 5 for 421 graduates (students, families, and school officials celebrated the milestone on campus).

Delaware State University’s Military & Veterans Team is urging military-affiliated students and veterans to sign up for Google Veterans Career Week 2026, a free virtual event from June 9 to June 11 offering career panels and networking (register by June 4 for an optional one-on-one with a Google employee).

Delaware lawmakers have introduced a bill that would strengthen school sports safety by expanding the DIAA's power to require training for student-athletes and background checks for officials + the bill is now with the House Education Committee.

Delaware lawmakers introduced two proposals aimed at limiting energy drinks among youth by banning sales on public school campuses and requiring stores to display warning signs.

The measures, introduced on Thursday, June 4 in Dover, are under legislative review.

Gov. Matt Meyer declared a statewide drought watch on June 3 due to significant rainfall deficits—Sussex County is hit hardest.

Officials are monitoring the situation closely as summer nears.

Residents in Dover are advised to call police, animal control, or firefighters if they spot a pet in a hot car (the only officials allowed to rescue), as unauthorized rescues risk fines up to $2,000 under Delaware law.

On June 5, a VegasInsider report found Delaware ranks second for pizza orders based on Google Trends, and readers chose Charlie's Pizza Claymont (in New Castle County) as the best local pizzeria during the Munch Madness contest.

Families in Delaware have many indoor options this summer to escape the heat with bowling, arcades, laser tag, mini golf, ice skating and more.

Venues in Smyrna, Middletown, Newark and Dover offer affordable entertainment for all ages.

Nearly 600 law enforcement officers will join the 40th Annual Torch Run for Special Olympics Delaware from June 10 to 12.

The run travels from New Castle County Police headquarters through Dover & other stops to finish at the Summer Games Opening Ceremony at the University of Delaware.

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.