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Dover
Tuesday, September 16th, 2025
Good morning, Dover. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 16th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The First State Aquatic Center, a nonprofit, is proposing a state-of-the-art swim facility in Dover to boost tourism and economic growth in Kent County—plans include a 50-meter Olympic pool, multiple recreational pools, seating for 1,500 spectators, and a $50,000 feasibility study to guide future funding. WBOC
- ➤ Kent County Levy Court and the Blood Bank of Delmarva will host an emergency blood drive on Sept. 17 — the event aims to address a critical blood shortage in the Delmarva region. Bay to Bay News
- ➤ Nearly 1,000 people attended DEMA’s Family Emergency Preparedness Day at Brecknock County Park on Sept. 13—more than 40 Delaware agencies taught families key public safety skills for handling emergencies. Bay to Bay News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Delaware’s Department of Education reported 466 teacher vacancies as of Aug. 15 and said teacher residency programs and para-to-teacher pathways were launched to address shortages in high school math, science, social studies, and language arts—schools will follow up in September. WDEL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Matt Meyer and 17 other state governors have signed a letter urging Congress to extend the Affordable Care Act premium tax credits that help keep health care affordable for over 16,000 Delaware residents. Without the extension, thousands will lose their subsidies and premiums will rise when open enrollment begins in October — a change that could sharply reduce marketplace coverage. WGMD
- ➤ Gov. Matt Meyer signed the Transfer on Death Act into law today — giving Delaware homeowners an option to name a beneficiary who will inherit real estate without probate. The law takes precedence over any conflicting will provisions — simplifying estate transfers for families. Delaware Online
- ➤ Delaware Governor Matt Meyer signed the Freedom to Read Act into law Monday morning; the law requires public and school libraries to use written rules that stop books from being removed just because of partisan or religious views—protecting librarians and ensuring a fair review process. WBOC
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A survey of over 3,000 travelers has named three Delaware routes among the top hidden gem road trips in the country. The list features a four-hour drive from Newark through farms and woods, a four-and-a-half-hour coastal drive from Lewes, and a four-hour Brandywine Valley circuit from Wilmington—each offering scenic views. Delaware Online
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Focus is saying no to good ideas.
~ Sam Altman
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