The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT), Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA), and other agencies are preparing for a major winter storm that is expected to impact the state starting Sunday night. The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm watch with 5 to 10 inches or more of snow expected by Tuesday morning. Heavier snow could begin Monday around …
OMC Provides Update on Open Retail License Lottery and Selected Applicants for Delaware’s Marijuana Industry
Following the public license lottery conducted by the Office of the Marijuana Commissioner (OMC) on December 19, 2024, the OMC is excited to announce the official list of applicants selected to join Delaware’s regulated marijuana industry. This lottery represents a significant milestone in the OMC’s commitment to a fair and transparent licensing process. Selected applicants […] Staff WriterThis post was …
Office of the Marijuana Commissioner (OMC) Conducts Lottery for Open Retail Licensing
Dover, DE — December 19, 2024 The Office of the Marijuana Commissioner (OMC) conducted a public license lottery to select applicants in the Open Retail category for Delaware’s regulated marijuana industry. This event marks a significant milestone in fostering a fair and transparent licensing process, ensuring equal opportunities for businesses to participate in the state’s […] Staff WriterThis post was …
Office of the Marijuana Commissioner (OMC) Open Retail License Lottery
After successfully completing the application review, we are excited to announce that 529 applications will advance to the lottery stage for the Open Retail category. The Licensing Lottery will be broadcast live on Facebook Live on December 19, 2024. Below are the details of the counties and the number of applications progressing to the next […] Staff WriterThis post was …
Is the path to statewide GOP success better messaging or recruitment/fundraising?
Delaware’s populous north has long been rough territory for Republicans to run in competitively, in relative contrast to downstate. Of the 12 New Castle County Council seats, for instance, the party holds only one. Candidate recruitment can therefore be difficult, and thus many Democrat-held seats from the General Assembly down to local boards go unchallenged. Consequently, GOP candidates run a …
News Briefs From the Week of Oct. 7, 2024
A Calendar of future events will soon complement this compilation of news briefs from the past week. Within this page, you’ll see quick hits in our core categories, plus such topics as Long-Term Traffic Alerts, Charitable Contributions, Delaware People (Promotions and Honors) and Fond Farewells. GOVERNMENT Governor John Carney activated 100 service members and more than 40 vehicles from the …
DART service changes will go into effect Nov. 17
Changes to DART’s Statewide Bus Service will become effective Sunday, November 17, 2024. DART service changes are outlined below, summarized by county. Modifications to the original proposal are highlighted in bold text. The new route schedules will be available online at DartFirstState.com by mid-November, and printed pocket schedules will also be available by mid-November. New Castle County The following Routes …
Air Force vet launches junk removal service as sister brand
A Dover company run by an Air Force veteran and dedicated to cleaning communities has opened its first location in the state capital. Two Men and a Junk Truck opened in Dover last week, furthering its mission of junk removal. The company helps with everything from seniors looking to downsize, college students moving out, homeowners decluttering to businesses in need …
Milford School District lowers tax rate for 8th year
Milford School District this week voted to lower the school tax rate in both Kent and Sussex counties for the eighth year in a row. The Kent County school tax rate from $1.6593 per $100 of assessed property value to $0.2807 per $100 value after receiving reassessed property values from that county. The rate in Sussex also dropped from $4.6503 …
Dover Speedway adds music, games, trivia to NASCAR weekend
An AC/DC tribute band, a bagpiper, arcade games and trivia contests have been added to the Fan Zone during the Dover Motor Speedway’s NASCAR weekend April 26-28. These free attractions are part of efforts to give racing fans, particularly those who camp out all weekend, something else to do besides watch the races. Guests will need to pass through the …