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Dover
Thursday, October 9th, 2025
Good morning, Dover. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 9th of October.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Spirit Halloween has opened five temporary stores in Delaware—converting former retail sites from chains like Rite Aid, Jo Ann Fabrics, Forever 21, Sears, and Kmart into seasonal shops selling costumes and decorations. Each store operates on a three‐month lease that begins around Sept. 1 and ends about Nov. 1. Delaware Online
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Cory Dunt of Stand by Me NexGen said Delaware left $9.2 million in Pell grant funds unused last spring because many students did not complete the FAFSA form—leaving families out of free college aid. The program, which has helped 88,000 Delawareans since 2013, offers in-person and Zoom workshops in English and Spanish at every public and charter high school. Bay to Bay News
- ➤ Two DSU juniors spent last summer as Du Bois Scholars at Harvard—Nia Dooley researched how Harvard could share its large library with HBCUs and Gabriel Thomas studied Middle Eastern Respiratory Syndrome at the T.H. Chan School of Public Health. Delaware State University
- ➤ The National League for Nursing named the Margaret H. Rollins School of Nursing in Lewes a 2025 Center of Excellence today. The honor, active through 2030, recognizes the school's modern facilities and effective teaching methods. Coast TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today the State of Delaware and ChristianaCare reached an agreement that pauses litigation over HB 350 and sets a plan for more hospital transparency. ChristianaCare will submit employee claims data to the Delaware Health Information Network and negotiate healthcare workforce loan forgiveness investment this fall—steps that aim to keep healthcare dollars with patients. Coast TV
- ➤ Kent County Levy Court commissioners took initial steps to allow residents to keep more animals per acre on their lots—this change came after several property owners requested higher limits. Bay to Bay News
- ➤ Dover officials announced that Lisa Schieffert now serves as acting secretary of the Department of Health and Social Services—she was the deputy secretary before. The agency reported the change on October 8—confirming a recent leadership shakeup. Bay to Bay News
- ➤ Governor Meyer proclaimed an extraordinary Senate session today to consider his nominee Christen Linke Young for the health and social services department along with other board appointments—such as the Delaware Harness Racing Commission and the University of Delaware Board of Trustees. Senators will vote on these appointments during the session. WGMD
- ➤ Today, a new law limiting excessive dog barking takes effect after Gov. Carney signed it last year, banning 15 minutes of continuous or 30 minutes of intermittent barking. Offenders will first get a written warning — second offenses incur a $50 fine and further violations result in $100 or $150 fines — while exemptions apply for dogs in shelters, training, and competitions. Coast TV
- ➤ On Wednesday, the Delaware Department of Labor announced that Christina Feil has been named to lead the Office of Deaf and Hard of Hearing—an agency that will improve sign language access and technology services for Delawareans. Feil brings over 20 years of experience as a deaf interpreter and job coach—qualifications expected to guide the office under House Bill 53 signed by Governor Matt Meyer in July. Coast TV
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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