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Thursday, July 17th, 2025
Good morning, Dover. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce will host a Sunset Business Mixer on July 30 at the Habitat for Humanity ReStore in Dover from 5-7 p.m.—members and invited guests will network, enjoy hors d’oeuvres, and have a chance to win prizes. On Aug. 27 at the Discovery Center at DASEF in Smyrna, CDCC members will also showcase their business with a vendor table during a combined mixer and expo. Bay to Bay News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ At Dover City Hall on Monday night, neighbors demanded action against gun violence after shootings on Barrister Place and outside a local pub—activists recommended more patrols, camera installation between key areas, and other safety measures as officials cited limited resources. WDEL
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The federal government imposed a 17% tariff on most fresh Mexican tomatoes Monday, and local growers hope the measure will push customers to buy produce grown near Dover. Farmers at stands like John's Market said the tariff will raise the cost of imports — a change they expect will boost local farming. WBOC
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Delaware passed a law that requires every high school student to take a half-credit financial literacy course starting with the freshman class in 2026–27 — the measure received bipartisan support and will help students learn budgeting, saving, and investing. Bay to Bay News
- ➤ Delaware passed Senate Bill 156 to stop medical debt from hurting credit scores, job choices, and housing applications. The bill, backed by Senator Spiros Mantzavinos (and Representative Kim Williams), passed both houses and now waits for the governor’s signature. WGMD
- ➤ Governor Matt Meyer signed a package of 11 energy-related bills that aim to lower energy costs and protect the environment in Delaware. The legislation changes how utility rates are set, increases grid governance transparency, and expands assistance for low-income residents + limits utility shutoffs, with the new laws taking effect over the coming months. Coast TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fans will attend NASCAR race weekend at Dover Motor Speedway starting Friday, July 18 when the ARCA Menards Series race begins at 5 p.m., followed by the Xfinity race on Saturday and the Autotrader EchoPark Automotive 400 on Sunday at 2 p.m. — organizers will offer free parking on Friday and Saturday and a free shuttle from Christiana Mall on Sunday — while speedway rules on bag size and prohibited items will be enforced. Delaware Online
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2025 Dover Summer NASCAR Weekend
2-3:30 p.m. — Dover International Speedway — Tickets required — Experience the excitement of the Autotrader EchoPark Automotive 400, featuring America's best NASCAR drivers on the iconic Monster Mile.
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T.I. Concert at Delaware State Fair
7:30-10:15 p.m. — Delaware State Fair — Ticket price includes all fees — Experience the music of Grammy-winning artist T.I. in a vibrant fair setting.
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Dover Women’s Connection Breakfast
9:30–11:30 a.m. — Maple Dale Country Club — $22 — Enjoy a morning of wellness and inspiration with a personal trainer and guest speaker.
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Delaware Caribbean Carnival
11 AM - 8 PM — Legislative Mall — Free venue parking — Celebrate Caribbean culture with music, food, and family-friendly activities at the 2nd Annual Carnival.
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