Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 30th of September.
Good morning, Dover.
🏘️ Community
Perdue Farms donated a truckload of chicken to the Food Bank of Delaware on Monday, Sept.
29 at 11 a.m. as part of its Fill the Food Gap program—staff and local pantry partners unloaded the trailer at the Milford facility on Delaware Veterans Blvd.
💼 Business
Melodic Movements Performing Arts Program Inc. opened its second studio in Dover on Sept.
25 following a ribbon-cutting ceremony by the Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce — the new location will expand its dance and performing arts programs locally.
🎓 Education
Delaware State University senior Leah Brown completed a summer internship at U.S. Soccer where she led the 'Goals for Good' project that hosted a free soccer camp for 40 children + collected 1,818 food donations.
She credited the DSU Sport Management program for preparing her to pursue a community engagement role in sports.
Delaware State University said it received a $2M grant from the Thurgood Marshall College Fund to support eHBCU—an online group that helps HBCUs reach more students through improved programs.
The funds will boost access for tens of thousands of learners by enhancing capacity building and innovation at member schools.
🏛️ Government
State Rep. Frank Burns sponsored Senate Bill 205 that will require data centers using 30 megawatts or more to obtain a certificate from the Delaware Public Service Commission—confirming they meet grid, environmental and economic standards.
The bill comes amid plans for Project Washington in Delaware City to begin construction in summer and operate in early 2028.
📰 Real Estate
Little Living LLC, a Delaware nonprofit, plans to build Murphy’s Village, a community of 170 affordable cottage-style homes on a 22.5-acre lot in Kent County south of DE Turf in Frederica, to support working families.
The project is on hold because county officials declined a required pre-application meeting over zoning concerns—issues such as the site not being within the Growth Overlay District and the design not combining residential and non-residential units.
Delaware now allows transfer-on-death deeds after Gov. Matt Meyer signed House Bill 147 on Sept.
5, following efforts by Kent County resident Natalie Buzzard over three legislative sessions. The law gives people an affordable way to name beneficiaries to inherit property and avoid probate—reducing title issues and fraud.
🎉 Dover Events
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Cirque Italia: Water Circus
7:30 p.m. — Dover Mall — Ticket prices vary — Experience an aquatic spectacular featuring breathtaking performances over a custom-designed water stage.
Community Yard Sale
12-4 p.m. — Sheffield Farms Neighborhood — Free entry — Discover great deals and connect with fellow neighbors in this friendly community yard sale.
Delaware Gospel Comedy Explosion
12 PM – 3 AM — Noble's Pond — $64.80 — Enjoy an uplifting Christian comedy dinner with performances by Comedian Small Fire and Host Comedian Jream.
Dover Delaware Women's Connection Program and Breakfast Buffet
9:30-11:30 a.m. — Maple Dale Country Club — $22 inclusive — Enjoy a delightful breakfast and engaging presentations at the Women's Connection gathering.
Be Great 5K
9-11 a.m. — Greater Dover Boys & Girls Club — Participation fee may apply — Celebrate fitness and community at the 12th Annual Be Great 5K Walk/Run.
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