Good morning, Dover.

Melissa Hopkins became CEO of the Delaware Alliance for Nonprofit Advancement on June 1st; she will work with nonprofit leaders, funders, and community partners to boost advocacy and workforce development.

Yesterday, small craft advisories were in effect on open waters and Patty at Captain Bones in Odessa recorded a 10.25-lb snakehead caught by Mason Walsh (15) from Appoquinimick Creek, while Woodland Beach, Bowers Beach, Leipsic and Lewes Harbour reported croaker, spot, trout, flounder and sea bass.

A report showed Social Security covered 41 percent of annual costs for Delaware seniors who spent $63,555 a year with $26,028 coming from benefits thanks to lower living costs than neighbors.

Data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, compiled by FinanceBuzz, support these figures.

This week's grocery guide shows how shoppers can stretch their budgets with deals from Aldi, Food Lion and Walmart.

Aldi offers low prices on chicken and produce, Food Lion features meats and BOGO pizza deals and Walmart stocks eggs and specialty items.

Experts advise Delaware homeowners to set their A/C to about 78 degrees F to balance comfort and save energy this summer.

The tips include smart thermostats & using fans to cut energy bills while keeping homes cool on hot days.

Delaware lawmakers held a House Revenue and Finance Committee hearing June 10 to review tax relief proposals for restaurants and tipped workers.

HB417 would increase a Gross Receipts Tax deduction for restaurants while HB386 would allow up to $15,000 in state income tax relief on tip income.

The DIAA baseball tournament semifinals were played at Frawley Stadium on June 10 (3 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.), and the championship game will be held here at 7 p.m. on Friday, June 12.

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.

Dover Hot Air Balloon Festival

5-11 p.m. — Dover International Speedway — $35 for balloon rides — Experience colorful hot air balloons, live music, and a night finale of glow and lasers.