Good morning, Dover.

Midnight Church is launching its second outreach event in Dover at 11:59 p.m. today to offer mobile ministry services (including hot food, drink, emergency supplies and crisis support) for unhoused individuals, and founder Dr. Jamillah A.

Mantilla said the initiative will serve as a local blueprint for similar programs nationwide.

Angela Williamson is helping local nonprofits refine volunteer recruitment by adapting roles for busy schedules (Volunteer Engagement Accelerator), drawing on nearly 20 years of experience to build stronger community connections.

Brandywine Valley SPCA is waiving adoption fees for cats and dogs six months and older plus offering free spay/neuter, microchipping and vaccines at its Dover and nearby locations through Aug.

16 to clear full shelters.

Scouting America programs in Delaware show renewed momentum as families embrace outdoor adventure and teamwork.

The Del-Mar-Va Council reports growing enrollment in Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA and other groups — offering children and parents a chance to build skills and connect in person.

The Delaware Division of Public Health is partnering with Petco Love Lost to upgrade its pet reporting system with an AI photo-matching service that helps reunite lost pets with their families.

Residents can upload pet photos for free + the statewide service is the first to use the nationwide database.

University of Delaware Master Gardeners will host a live town hall on AARP Delaware’s Facebook page on Wednesday, Aug.

19 at 10 a.m., answering gardening questions about flowers, vegetables, pests, and seasonal planting tips.

Delaware schools are set to re-open starting Aug.

24 with most classes beginning before Labor Day weekend, and families should check local events for free supplies and open houses while completing updated immunization requirements before the first day of classes.

Delaware nonprofit C.A.S.H. grows its service-dog program to help veterans with PTSD and TBI; the organization, founded by Vietnam veterans, pairs about 30 trained dogs with veterans and seeks extra fundraising to cover its $3,000 monthly costs + support their care.

A systemwide phone and internet outage at TidalHealth canceled all outpatient appointments and affected hospital and urgent care services on Thursday.

Officials urged patients to check social media for updates and reminded emergencies to call 911.

Delaware health officials confirmed 21 measles cases in Kent County, including 7 children and 13 adults, after an outbreak was declared when four cases were reported on July 22.

Officials are urging residents who are unsure of their MMR vaccination status to contact health care providers & get updated.

On Sept. 15, the Mental Health Association in Delaware will host its 16th Annual Military and Veterans Mental Health Summit at DuPont Country Club (1001 Rockland Road, Wilmington) where military families attend free and others pay $15.

Keynote remarks, breakout sessions and an award presentation will take place.