Daily
Dover
Thursday, September 11th, 2025
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Dover.
Good morning, Dover. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Dover Motor Speedway will once again honor the Sept. 11 victims today by hosting the annual 9/11 Memorial Blood Drive from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.—local donors are invited to give blood in remembrance of the tragedy. Bay to Bay News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Delaware beaches are set for a busy fall weekend with a range of events from live music to family festivals. Today, ZZ Top performs in Selbyville at 7 p.m.—upcoming activities include Dewey Dog Day on Sept. 13 and an Autumn Art Festival at Delaware Seashore State Park. Delaware Online
DRINK NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR Optimal hydration isn’t just about water. LMNT’s zero-sugar electrolyte mix is formulated with sodium levels aligned with new hydration research without added sugars or fillers. A favorite among athletes and intermittent fasters, each sip supports better performance, energy, and recovery. Try it risk-free with LMNT’s no-questions-asked refund policy and get a free LMNT Sample Pack with any purchase.* LMNT
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Dover.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Senators Lisa Blunt Rochester, Jon Husted, and Bill Cassidy introduced the RAISE Act yesterday to help states develop AI standards for K-12 education so students learn to use the technology safely and prepare for future jobs. The bipartisan legislation aims to boost America’s economic competitiveness — a critical step for equipping students with the skills needed for tomorrow's workforce. WGMD
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Delaware drivers with alternative fuel vehicles will face new registration fees starting Oct 1, with annual charges ranging from $15 for lighter vehicles to $900 for heavier commercial ones to make up for lost gas tax revenue. The Delaware DMV has started sending postcards and will issue invoices with payments due by Nov 1 (per new state law) as some drivers expressed mixed views about the added cost. WBOC
- ➤ The Office of State Planning Coordination is hosting public workshops this month to review updates to the 2025 State Policies and Spending document and maps—one event is on September 17th at the DelDOT building in Dover and another on September 30th at the Sussex County Emergency Operations Center. The draft document was posted on September 10th and comments can be submitted until October 10th. WGMD
- ➤ Delaware’s bipartisan Housing Department Task Force held its first meeting on Wednesday in Dover—bringing together lawmakers, housing advocates, and neighbors to discuss challenges like rising rent and resource coordination. Leaders said they will meet through March with a report on recommendations expected in April. WBOC
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Delaware Insurance Commissioner Trinidad Navarro said Wednesday that most commercial health insurance carriers continued covering vaccines including COVID-19 shots despite recent federal changes. Major carriers such as Aetna, Delaware First Health, Highmark and UnitedHealthcare confirmed the coverage and Navarro said the department will work with state partners to keep vaccine access affordable. Coast TV
- ➤ Residents in Delaware worry they may lose access to vaccines, so the Department of Insurance said today that several commercial carriers will keep current vaccine coverage—Insurance Commissioner Trinidad Navarro added that new rules will be set if any changes occur. Consumers should talk with their health care providers to understand how this advisory may affect them. WGMD
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Delaware’s Weedstock Music and Arts Festival will return from Sept. 12 to Sept. 14 at Fire Base Lloyd near Townsend with an Alice in Wonderland theme that features tall blow-up mushrooms as decorations. The nonprofit event will attract about 2,000 attendees 21 or older who will enjoy parades — live music and marijuana-themed vendors on private property. Delaware Online
-
Healthy Kids Running Series Fall 2025
3 PM – 4 PM — John W Pitts Recreation Center — Registration fees apply — Engage kids in a fun five-week running program designed for all youth runners.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
A new take on hydration
For those tracking hydration, sodium intake is key. A growing wave of research suggests that optimal health may require sodium levels two to three times higher than traditional guidelines.
That’s where LMNT comes in. This zero-sugar electrolyte mix offers a science-backed boost without the additives. Popular among athletes, intermittent fasters, and wellness-minded parents alike, it's redefining how people stay hydrated.
Try LMNT totally risk-free and get a free LMNT Sample Pack with any purchase. Pro tip: If you don’t like it, they’ll refund your order, no questions asked.
Start my hydration journey
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Dover.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Your goal in life is to find the people, business, project, or art that needs you the most.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Daily Dover
Welcome to the Daily Dover, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Dover, Delaware community. If you like the Daily Dover, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Dover.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Dover and across Delaware. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Dover
A free Dover community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailydovernews.com/sitemap