The summer series of American music concerts starts July 19. (Photo courtesy of SODELO)

Southern Del. Orchestra celebrates American music with Summer Concert Series

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Culture

The Southern Delaware Orchestra (SODELO) is tuning up for a vibrant summer, headlined by a series of concerts titled “A Summer Celebration of America’s Music.” The performances, taking place in July and August, spotlight some of the nation’s most iconic composers and reflect the orchestra’s ongoing mission to foster a love of orchestral music across Southern Delaware. The summer series …

Sussex Consortium has many students with disabilities, and a vocational program gears them up to land a paying job in the workforce.

Cape’s Sussex Consortium helps students with disabilities land careers

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Education

A 21-year old student with disabilities that require a wheelchair has secured a career in hospital work, and she’s giving all the credit to a unique vocational program at Cape Henlopen School District’s Sussex Consortium. “I’m so grateful because I feel like this program has given me so many opportunities, and if I wasn’t in this program, I don’t think …

Zack Gelof gets the call up to the Oakland As in MLB photo courtesy of MLB.com Athletics

Cape’s Zack Gelof gets called up to the Big Show

Patrick GaryantesHeadlines, Sports

The news just keeps getting better for the Gelof family this week.  Jake Gelof was selected 60th overall in the 2023 MLB Draft by the Los Angeles Dodgers on Sunday after setting the new home run record at the University of Virginia this year, and now his older brother Zack is getting called up to the Bigs.   Gelof, who played …

Jake Gelof Virgina University baseball formerly of Cape Henlope High photo courtesy of virginasports.com 2 copy

Cape’s Jake Gelof set to go early in MLB Draft

Patrick GaryantesHeadlines, Sports

Jake Gelof ends his collegiate career as Virginia’s all-time home run king, slugging 48 homers in his three seasons with the Cavaliers.  He passed E.J. Anderson’s (1995-1998) mark of 37 home runs back in April, on his way to batting .321 on the season with 23 bombs while driving in 90 runs.  During his career, Gelof played in 161 games …

Photo courtesy of HOSA-Future Health Professionals Facebook.

Del. students land on top in national healthcare events

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Education

Ten Delaware high schoolers secured top 10 finishes in the 46th annual HOSA-Future Health Professionals International Leadership Conference in Dallas, which wrapped up Saturday. The conference is for students who are interested in pursuing a career in healthcare.  Attendees had the opportunity to participate in career-focused competitive events, take part in community service work and leadership opportunities. READ: Your guide …

Seaford loses hard fought contest at Slam Dunk to the Beach

Joe SinglesHeadlines, Sports

Seaford Blue Jays at Slam Dunk to the Beach photo by Nick Halliday The Seaford Blue Jays took on the Our Savior Lutheran Falcons Tuesday afternoon at the 2021 Slam Dunk to the Beach hosted by Cape Henlopen High School. Seaford, the lone Delaware boys’ team in the event, was poised for a good showing against the New York City …

William Penn forces late turnovers to defeat Cape Henlopen

Nick HallidayHeadlines, Sports

William Penn vs Cape Henlopen Football The fireworks began on the opening kickoff and the Colonials and Vikings kept that pace throughout the game totaling 90 points between them and the teams combined for 761 yards in total offense. In the end two Cape Henlopen turnovers led to scores for Wm Penn and the Colonials left Legends Stadium with a …