Good morning, Dover.

Local videos released on Aug.

5 help Delaware families prepare for the new school year as they offer practical tips to get kids ready for class. These clips provide step-by-step guidance for back-to-school planning.

First State Educate has launched a statewide onboarding initiative for newly elected school board members that provides governance training, mentoring and ongoing support to help them manage school decisions effectively — the program includes a partnership with Wilmington University and benefits students, families and taxpayers.

The Public Service Commission implemented a temporary rate increase on July 9, adding about 67 cents to Delmarva customers' bills.

A public comment session on Aug. 19 will let users give input on the full rate request while the measure stays in place—pending review.

Delaware’s Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control proposed new state park rules (which include treating Class 2 e-bikes like traditional bikes, requiring peak period surf fishing reservations, and banning political signs on park property) while public comments remain open through Aug. 20.

A task force led by State Sen. Stephanie Hansen released its final report on Delaware’s nuclear energy options, noting that small modular reactors are not a short-term fix & a dedicated body may be formed to study long-term strategies.

The report comes as Delaware faces rising energy costs.

Gov. Matt Meyer signed three bills into law yesterday to strengthen the healthcare workforce by expanding pharmacists + dental hygienists roles and launching a study for a healthcare apprenticeship program to ease rural shortages.

U.S. News and World Report released its Best Hospitals rankings on Aug.

4, naming 17 hospitals that earned national honors—ChristianaCare's Newark Campus and Nemours Children's Health led with top ratings while other facilities were noted as high performing in key care areas.

Governor Matt Meyer signed legislation to expand access to care and strengthen Delaware's health care workforce by allowing pharmacists and dental hygienists to offer more services + launching a study for a Healthcare Apprenticeship Degree Program that gives paid clinical experience. The measures aim to support timely care statewide.