Good morning, Dover.

Ford, Subaru, Hyundai, BMW & Toyota are recalling vehicles because of safety issues affecting models from 2016 to 2027.

Local dealers in Dover such as Winner Ford and Winner Hyundai will provide free repairs while manufacturers mail notification letters later this week; owners are advised to contact customer service.

Friendly’s now operates only three restaurants in Delaware after years of closures from bankruptcies, a failed business model & the pandemic.

The remaining spots are in Glasgow, Hockessin & Rehoboth.

This morning on the A Better Delaware podcast, John Nichols said state policies such as renewable-energy subsidies + plant closures are pushing up electricity bills statewide.

He warned that shifting to reliable generation could ease costs for households and businesses.

Governor Matt Meyer signed SB 208, a law that creates a new license path for master’s level professionals to deliver mental health care.

The measure updates training standards & aligns them with national guidelines to shorten long wait times.

The Delaware Division of Public Health confirmed the state's first measles case in over ten years when an unvaccinated man from Kent County tested positive on July 20; officials are tracking contacts and urging residents to check their vaccinations.

Gov. Matt Meyer signed three laws on Monday at Henrietta Johnson Medical Center in Southbridge to curb rising healthcare costs and improve access by standardizing hospital charity care, pausing non-profit hospital sales to for-profits, and investing in primary care + these measures aim to protect Delaware families amid evolving challenges.

Speedway Motorsports COO Mike Burch said Dover’s NASCAR race is secure on the calendar, thanks to passionate fans + steady corporate support despite recent schedule changes.

He added the track could soon resume points-earning events.

COO Mike Burch confirmed that Dover’s Monster Mile is staying on NASCAR’s schedule because strong ticket sales + corporate support keep the event vibrant, even as race dates shifted recently.

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.

Laps For Charity

9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Dover Motor Speedway — $75 per vehicle — Drive your own car around The Monster Mile for charity.