Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 13th of November.
Good morning, Dover.
Wreaths Across America will visit Dover International Speedway on Dec.
11 during its annual trek along the East Coast to honor heroes laid to rest—volunteers will place wreaths at memorial sites. This event marks the group’s only stop in the First State this year.
The Harry K Foundation, Food Bank of Delaware and Perdue Farms partnered to distribute 1,000 Thanksgiving meal boxes to families in need at the Milford branch on Wednesday morning—an increase from 700 boxes aimed at meeting growing food insecurity among families and over 250 students identified by schools.
Former First Lady Dr. Jill Biden visited Richey Elementary School this week to read from her children's book 'Don't Forget, God Bless Our Troops' during Veterans Day week — all proceeds from the book are donated to charity.
DNREC launched an online survey asking Delawareans for their views on air quality and pollution to guide future monitoring and policy.
The survey takes about five minutes and will remain open until December 15th — it is offered in English, Spanish and Haitian Creole.
Ayanna Khan-Flowers, head of the Delaware Black Chamber of Commerce, praised Sen. Lisa Blunt Rochester for pushing PBM reform to help small, independent pharmacies serve sick children, older adults and local businesses.
The reform—backed by bipartisan support—is set to boost pricing transparency and fair reimbursement if Congress acts soon.
Governor Matt Meyer announced that Delaware applied for up to $1 billion from the Rural Health Transformation Program to improve healthcare and strengthen its workforce in rural Kent and Sussex counties—covering nearly 40% of the state's population.
The proposal includes plans for a four-year medical school, integrated care facilities, mobile health units, and expanded telehealth services.
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.
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