Good morning, Dover.

Union Lodge #7 Masonic Lodge will host an all you can eat pancake breakfast on Saturday, October 25 from 8:00 AM — 11:00 AM to benefit its Scholarship Fund.

Tickets cost $10 for adults and $5 for children ages 5 to 11 — contact Brian Lingenfelter for more details.

Brandywine Valley SPCA is hosting PetSmart adoption events during National Adoption Week where locals can adopt adult cats and larger dogs at a price they choose until Oct.26 — fees are waived to help more homeless animals find homes.

The initiative runs at SPCA campuses and PetSmart locations, including Dover, in partnership with PetSmart Charities.

DSU Trustee and Miss Delaware USA Tetra Shockley will represent Delaware at the Miss USA pageant on Oct.

24 — she will honor DSU and its Hornet community with a DSU Hornet-inspired costume. The pageant will air live at 8:00 p.m on The CW Network from the Grand Sierra Resort in Reno.

Delaware State University announced that students and families impacted by the government shutdown will temporarily have Fall 2025 payments deferred and lower balance and down payment requirements if they are in good academic and financial standing.

A review team from Student Accounts, Student Success, Institutional Advancement, and Financial Aid will assess requests when proper documentation (such as furlough paperwork) is submitted.

The Caesar Rodney School District board voted unanimously to place a referendum on the February ballot that will increase the average homeowner's tax bill by $274 a year — the extra funds will support school security, student support and teacher recruitment while generating $6.1M in its first year.

Delaware residents are urged to prepare their homes for the colder months by installing and testing smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms, and keeping fire extinguishers accessible (with December and January as peak periods for house fires).

They should also keep flammable objects at least 3 feet from heat sources and practice an escape plan.

Bayhealth announced The Next Wave, a multi-year plan to upgrade care services in central and southern Delaware with new equipment and facilities.

The Sussex Campus will add a childcare center, medical office building and interventional suite while the Kent Campus expands its patient tower, private rooms and emergency department — all to meet growing local needs by 2029.

Bayhealth’s resuscitation teams at the Kent and Sussex campuses received multiple Get with the Guidelines-Resuscitation awards from the American Heart Association on October 20th—recognition that reflects their commitment to quality emergency care.

Erv Miller Stable's C Millertime Again pulled an upset win in the $110,000 DSBF final at Harrington Raceway yesterday—Corey Callahan rode the horse at $10.00 odds—and surprised many racing fans locally.

Delaware State football coach DeSean Jackson said his Hornets are ready to test their improved skills as they face North Carolina Central on Oct.

25 in Durham—he noted that better running, passing, and discipline against penalties could help the team turn past losses into future wins—The game will show if the Hornets’ hard work pays off.

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.

Dover Market Fair 2025

8 AM – 4 PM — First State Heritage Park — Free entry — Enjoy a day of community festivities at historic Dover Green.

Delaware Beer, Wine & Spirits Showcase

4-8 p.m. — Delaware Agricultural Museum — Ticket purchase required — Celebrate the best local brews, wines, and spirits at this annual showcase.

Holiday Shoppes Craft & Vendor Show

9 AM – 3 PM — Delaware State Fair — $7 admission — Explore over 300 vendors and enjoy delicious food trucks at this festive craft extravaganza.

Matron Series 2025 - Harness Racing Event

4:30 - 11:55 p.m. — Dover Downs — Various fees apply — Witness thrilling races featuring foals of 2022 and 2023 hosted by the Hambletonian Society.