Good morning, Dover.

Firefighter John LeCompte’s home burned down on Nov.

9 when lightning struck the house on Mud Mill Road near Camden-Wyoming; his wife and four children lost everything, though no injuries were reported. A fundraiser was organized through The Yard Foundation to support his family as investigators work to determine the full extent of the damage.

On November 11, about 100 residents gathered at Kent County Levy Court in Dover to hear retired Air Force Lt. Gen. William Welser III commemorate veterans of the past and present—he acknowledged the sacrifices made by service members—and the event honored their contributions.

Tuesday night, Delaware residents saw the northern lights as they shared photos of the colorful sky, and meteorologists explained that charged particles from the solar wind caused the display.

The Space Weather Prediction Center issued a Geomagnetic Storm Watch for Wednesday midday—although the lights may not be seen clearly in daylight.

Shavonne Brathwaite, Delaware operations director for Mosaic, explained that proposed federal cuts to Medicaid funding endanger home and community-based services on which nearly 5,000 people with intellectual and developmental disabilities depend—services that are 96% Medicaid-funded. She urged state officials to protect this funding and inform the community of its vital role in safeguarding independence—efforts that are critical as waiting lists for these services stretch longer.

Fourth-seeded Caesar Rodney High defeated top-seeded St. Georges 3-1 on Tuesday in Newark to secure a spot in the DIAA Division I state finals—where they will face Salesianum for the championship.

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.

Rail Haus Turkey Burn 5K

9 AM — Rail Haus - Beer Garden — Cost varies — Participate in a festive 5K to burn off Thanksgiving turkey and support a local nonprofit.

One Night: Christmas Youth Service

11:00 PM - 1:30 AM — Calvary Church — Free entry — Engaging monthly youth service for students in grades 6-12 with a festive Christmas theme.

Dover Delaware Women's Connection Program and Breakfast Buffet

9:30 - 11:30 AM — Maple Dale Country Club — $22.00 inclusive — Attend a breakfast buffet with a guest speaker and music, supporting a good cause.