The First State ranks in the top half of luckiest states to find love, a new study shows. (Photo by Prostock-studio/Shutterstock)

With V-Day Friday, report finds Delaware 21st luckiest state for love

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Culture

As Valentine’s Day approaches, a new study reveals Delawareans are more likely to find love than other states. The study, conducted by Legal US Poker Sites, ranks Delaware as 21st in the nation for “luckiest states for love,” with an index score of 38.56 out of 100. Love analytics The report analyzed a variety of factors to determine which states …

Bayhealth and Food Bank of Delaware's food drive will last for a month, starting on Valentine's Day. (Photo by AJ_Watt/iStock Getty Images)

Bayhealth launches food drive to combat food insecurity

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Culture

In an effort to tackle the growing issue of food insecurity in Delaware, Bayhealth has announced the launch of a month-long Food Drive in partnership with the Food Bank of Delaware. The drive will begin on February 14 and run through March 14, with the goal of collecting essential non-perishable food items to support those in need across the state. …

The First State ranks near last in the nation in its recovery from pandemic-caused learning loss. (Photo by bestyy38105321/Vecteezy)

Del. bottom 4 state in recovery from pandemic learning loss

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Education

Delaware recovered from learning loss caused by the COVID-19 pandemic at one of the worst rates in the entire country. A new report from the Education Recovery Scorecard, compiled by researchers from Harvard and Stanford universities, sheds light on how students in Delaware and across the nation are faring in their recovery from the learning disruptions caused by the pandemic. …

The free-of-charge spay and neuter appointments in February require an application. (Photo by Reddogs/Adobe Stock)

Limited free spays/neuters available throughout February

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Culture

Some Delawareans will be able to save money and give their furry friends a snip-snip this month. In honor of Spay and Neuter Awareness Month this February, the Delaware Division of Public Health’s Office of Animal Welfare  (OAW) is offering a special opportunity for income-eligible Delaware residents to have their pets spayed or neutered at no cost. The initiative, known …

There's a little more than three weeks left to file to run in the 2025 school board elections.

March 7: Deadline to file to run in school board elections

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Education

First Staters hoping to get involved and make an impact in their community schools have until 4:30 p.m. on Friday, March 7, to file candidacy in the May 13 school board elections. Criteria for running for a school board seat includes: Be a U.S. citizen and a resident of Delaware and the school district they seek to represent. Be at …

The Eagles' River name will overtake the Delaware River until Feb. 10, the day after Super Bowl LIX.

Eagles fever continued as Delaware River renamed for the team

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Sports

While there won’t be tons of dye pumped into the Delaware River that mimics Chicago’s green river during St. Patrick’s Day, the waterway will bleed green in name for a few days. Until Monday, Feb. 10, the Delaware River will be renamed the Eagles’ River in honor of the Philadelphia Eagles competing in Super Bowl LIX versus the Kansas City …

THE WEBSITE WILL EDUCATE THE PUBLIC ON THE RIGHTS OF IMMIGRANT STUDENTS, AMONG OTHER RESOURCES. (PHOTO BY ALEXSKOPJE/ISTOCK GETTY IMAGES)

DOE hopes new website will calm nerves of immigrant families

Jarek RutzEducation, Headlines

The Delaware Department of Education released a resource to help ease the nerves of educators, parents, and families in regard to immigration actions in the state’s public schools. Secretary of Education Cindy Marten launched a website with guidance and resources. The website includes information on immigrant student rights, support available for schools and educators, recommended action steps for Delaware schools, …

Three schools in Delaware said there were either no impact or no expected impact from the FAFSA delays. (Photo from designer491/iStock Getty Images)

FAFSA delays had minimal impact on Delaware colleges

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Education

It’s safe to say Delaware’s institutions of higher education were not greatly impacted by the infamous nationwide Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) delays and problems in 2024. “The completion of the FAFSA, for most institutions, has no impact on an applicant’s ability to be accepted,” said Randle Reed, director of admissions for Goldey-Beacom College in Wilmington.  They take …

From left: Stewart Ramsey, AFBF President Zippy Duvall, DEFB President Bill Powers, and Jim Minner accepting an award at the American Farm Bureau Federation Convention.

Delaware shines in American Farm Bureau Federation Convention

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Culture

For the second consecutive year, the Delaware Farm Bureau (DEFB) has taken home top honors at the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) Convention, held in San Antonio from Jan. 24–29. Delaware earned the prestigious New Horizon Award for its innovative #WhyFarmBureau social media campaign, which highlighted members sharing their personal stories about being part of the Farm Bureau. The state …

The first round of EDGE grant applications for 2025 is now open.

Applications for 1st round of EDGE Grant Competition ’25 open until Feb. 28

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Business

The Delaware Division of Small Business (DSB) is now accepting applications for the first round of its 2025 EDGE Grant Competition. Small business owners in Delaware with fewer than seven years in operation and 10 or fewer employees are invited to apply for funding opportunities to help grow and expand their businesses. “Many businesses struggle with the lack of access …