Good morning, Dover.

The Delaware Division of Small Business reached a $14 million funding goal after disbursing credit funds over the past eight months & will set the stage for an additional $20 million next year.

Del-One Federal Credit Union finalized its acquisition of Louviers Federal Credit Union in November, reinforcing local banking with preserved personal service.

Members at both institutions will continue using their usual branches until planned operational integration (Aug. 3).

Delaware’s Nuclear Energy Feasibility Task Force is reviewing small modular reactors (SMRs) to meet rising power demand and support economic growth.

Energy expert Ken Reuter warned that relying on imported power could risk shortages if new baseload generation options do not emerge soon.

Newark Representative Cyndie Romer warns that a loophole in the GENIUS Act may let crypto platforms offer rewards that mimic bank interest, which could shift deposits away from community banks and reduce local lending; she urges Congress to fix the gap.

The Delaware Office of Unclaimed Property reminds residents they may be owed funds from dormant bank balances, checks, and refunds held by businesses.

Residents can search for money by visiting the state’s online database or MissingMoney.com (a free tool) as new records are added each day.

On Monday, Dec. 22, Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings announced a nearly $150-million settlement with Mercedes-Benz USA and Daimler AG for using illegal defeat devices in diesel vehicles; the settlement will provide Delaware with $3.6 million in funding and include consumer relief measures.

Starting Jan. 1, 2026, Delaware law House Bill 274 will require all health insurance plans to cover supplements for early allergen introduction in infants, making the state the first to pass such a mandate.

Delaware basketball legend Elena Delle Donne is a first-time nominee for the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame after an 11-season career.

The Hall of Fame class will be announced on April 4 and enshrinement will be held on August 15 in Springfield, MA.