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 launches food drive to combat food insecurity
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. …
Del. bottom 4 state in recovery from pandemic learning loss
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. …
Limited free spays/neuters available throughout February
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 …
March 7: Deadline to file to run in school board elections
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 …
Eagles fever continued as Delaware River renamed for the team
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 …
DOE hopes new website will calm nerves of immigrant families
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, …
FAFSA delays had minimal impact on Delaware colleges
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 …
Delaware shines in American Farm Bureau Federation Convention
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 …
Applications for 1st round of EDGE Grant Competition ’25 open until Feb. 28
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 …