Good morning, Dover.

Food festivals roll across Delaware this summer with events like the African American Festival at 410 Legislative Ave in Dover today from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. — additional celebrations, including an ice cream festival and a seafood cook-off, are planned through Sept.

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Residents, business owners and city leaders are discussing downtown sanitation amid ongoing concerns over litter, illegal dumping and public waste; they are considering adding portable restrooms and nonprofit help to keep streets clean.

A new law could soon let local liquor stores use third-party delivery to offer alcohol while protecting buyers with ID verification & age checks, a measure supported by DoorDash to boost business and provide more opportunities for delivery drivers.

On June 12-13, a local government official, attorney and Army officer reenacted Caesar Rodney’s historic horse-and-carriage ride with assistance from local Amish guides, revisiting the journey’s role in Delaware’s founding history.

The event honored an enduring spirit of community service & dedication that shaped our heritage in Dover.

On Thursday, June 25, dozens of incarcerated students earned Groves Adult High School diplomas during ceremonies at Baylor Women’s Correctional Institution (New Castle) and Sussex Correctional Institution (Georgetown); the graduates are part of a state program run by the Delaware Department of Education supporting 42 students statewide.

The Blood Bank of Delmarva is urging eligible donors to give blood before the Fourth of July holiday + donors who give blood from June 26 to July 7 can earn a limited-edition T-shirt to help meet rising hospital demand amid summer travel.

This summer, guided boat tours in the Delaware Bay offer locals and tourists a chance to see dolphins and whales along the coast, while some can spot playful dolphins from the shore.

The new Summer Guide shares Delaware’s bucket list (updated weekly) of local events through Labor Day, including the Running of the Bull and the Longwood Gardens Bonsai Festival along Coastal Highway.

Readers can plan a season of fun with curated celebrations across the state.

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.

Reiki Level 1 Certification

10 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Inspirit Studios — $195.00 — Discover the healing principles of Reiki and become part of a supportive community.

Kent Sensory Friendly Skating

10:30 AM – 12:30 PM — Dover Skating Center — $5 — Enjoy a sensory-friendly skating experience with dimmed lights and reduced noise levels.