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#SpotlightDelaware is a nonprofit, collaborative and community-powered newsroom delivering in-depth local journalism and critical information to the people of the First State.

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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 54m
At Ezme in Wilmington, the central concept is “mezze,” sharing several smaller plates with a group instead of ordering an entrée for each person. Meet the chef and learn more about the Market Street restaurant, for free: ow.ly/oFQ950ZTcyS
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 23h
“Of Hares and Hope” by Sarah Pavlik and Mark Harris is on display in the Tubbs Gallery at Rehoboth Art League through Nov. 1. Before you see the show, get to know artistic collaborators. Read for free: ow.ly/tClR50ZSR4X
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 23h
On our website, read for free about the work of Francisco Armando, a prolific local fundraiser whose cooking helps make a difference in Georgetown's Guatemalan community: ow.ly/65rh50ZSMj3
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
In Seaford, more comprehensive plans for spending their share of opioid manufacturer settlement funds have leaders feeling optimistic about addressing longstanding gun violence and drug misuse issues. Learn more, free: ow.ly/gcL150ZSMcz
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
At a recent show, North Delaware rock band Community Chapstick had instructed the audience at The Queen in Wilmington to dance like Beyblades. Meet the high-energy Delaware act: ow.ly/bXS750ZSs5L
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
A new state law that aims to create more cohesive communities is already changing the course of development discussions in Sussex County. Get the full story, free: ow.ly/3lXs50ZSrZC
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Wilmington has made adding more housing a priority, but the fight over Bancroft Parkway shows the challenges that can come with bringing larger developments into established neighborhoods. Learn more about the monthslong dispute: ow.ly/jZgR50ZSqB8
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Delaware! A new week means new opportunities to get involved by attending local meetings and making your voice heard. See our latest list for meetings, hearings, and more, for free: ow.ly/18Bx50ZSluz
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
One day left until First State Fun Day, our Sept. 26 event encouraging you to find free, uniquely Delaware fun at 15+ attractions: ow.ly/BJZ350ZRzCh
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Delaware healthcare is among some of the most expensive in the country. As cuts to federally funded programs like Medicaid will take effect later this year, and commercial insurance rates rise, Delaware aims to reinvent its healthcare ecosystem. More, free: ow.ly/mcMT50ZRwFA
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
"What I love about arts reporting is you ... get to bring a level of experimentation to your writing that you can’t necessarily get away with in hard news." In the latest Beyond the Headlines podcast, meet our new Arts + Culture editor Cannon Taylor: ow.ly/1ZK550ZRvub
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
There's still time to join us for First State fun this Saturday, with free entertainment in nature, at museums, at the beach, at the library, and more. Get all the info: ow.ly/J6SX50ZRaqp
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Upcoming Delaware entertainment includes hot chili pepper eating contest and "hot jams," horror on screen and a famed demon barber on stage — check out your Weekend Spotlight so you don't miss a thing! ow.ly/hcTH50ZR8V6
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
A pending legal challenge to whether artificial entities like family trusts and limited liability companies (LLCs) can vote in Fenwick Island’s municipal elections now awaits a ruling from the full Delaware Supreme Court. Learn what's at stake, and read for free: ow.ly/uulL50ZR5P2
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Gov. Matt Meyer has pushed solar projects as a greener way to generate more energy, but some worry about covering farmland and potentially harming ecosystems. Read more, free: ow.ly/wNZM50ZR5Ns
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Two recent court rulings on gun ownership have further divided advocacy groups and raised questions about the future implementation of Delaware's gun laws. Read more, free, at the link in our bio.
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
A city councilwoman representing one of Wilmington's most economically disadvantaged areas has filed a complaint with the county, challenging the property valuations from recent reassessments and seeking to fix documented inequalities. Read more, free: ow.ly/eF5s50ZR0uI
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Wilmington-raised actor John Gallagher Jr. returns to town this weekend for the inaugural Horror Fest Film Festival in Wilmington. Before you see him perform, get to know Gallagher in Spotlight Delaware's interview, at the link in our bio.
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
A Georgetown-area teacher launched student-run mentoring to help multilingual learners improve both their English literacy and overall sense of community. With student support and funding from a national grant, the program is paying off: ow.ly/SiRB50ZQIFR
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Amid election-related legal challenges across the country, the Delaware Supreme Court struck down a challenge to the state’s absentee voting protocols this week. It allows permanent absentee voting to continue as-is this election cycle. Read more, free: ow.ly/Pyi050ZQA80
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Community members across the state are mourning the loss of Santos Maria Chilel Soto, a Georgetown mother who was fatally shot by a Maryland deer hunter Friday evening. Read the full story, free: ow.ly/8mGn50ZQzRx
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
On September 26, more than 15 attractions statewide will open their doors with free admission and special programming, inviting you to experience what makes Delaware such a vibrant, unique place to live and explore. Join us for First State Fun Day: ow.ly/KKLC50ZQlwS
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
The cost of healthcare burdens not only patients, but also the state. Recently, Delaware officials said current spending trends for healthcare are “unsustainable,” calling for a dramatic change. Get the full story, free: ow.ly/re7A50ZQkPM
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Wilmington will celebrate Black Restaurant Week through Sept. 27 with specials at participating restaurants, a car show and community workout, and a Sunday food festival at The Queen. Meet some of the event's restaurateurs and learn more about the events: ow.ly/oJCE50ZQkr6
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
As Delaware continues grappling with concerningly low average test scores from students, the state Department of Education has drafted a plan that could see it take over low-performing schools or even hold back third-graders who are far behind grade-level. ow.ly/Pm6N50ZQk2O
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Join our Street Team at Sea Witch! We’re looking for six people to represent Spotlight Delaware in Rehoboth Beach on October 24 and 25. $20/hour + paid training. No journalism experience required. Interested? Contact Elsa at ekegelman@spotlightdelaware.org.
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Seven months after Incyte scaled back plans to build a headquarters in Wilmington, the city is putting $1.15 million in returned incentive money from the pharmaceutical giant toward creating housing and businesses. Read more, free: ow.ly/ZVOr50ZQfX1
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
A proposed data center near Newark drew criticism from residents about the potential for higher electric bills and environmental damage. It now appears part of the site will instead host Christina School District programming. Get the full story, free: ow.ly/k0V750ZPSSS
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Collaboration and community are taking the fear out of indie filmmaking for local creatives, many of whom will showcase original work this weekend at Delaware's new horror film festival. Meet the artists and learn about their event: ow.ly/PBnT50ZPSut
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Joe Arminio and Sarah McBride are the candidates for Delaware’s only U.S. House seat. Arminio’s misgendering of McBride, a prominent transgender lawmaker, has sparked new Republican Party divisions. Read more, free: ow.ly/BA0x50ZPR0o
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Dover planners will consider proposals at 7 p.m. tonight that could help further city leaders’ plans to revitalize downtown — and more ways to get involved this week, on our website: ow.ly/BPXB50ZPLXx
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
Take a look at photos from Wilmington's Calle 4 Fest last weekend: ow.ly/PMNS50ZPoOM
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Medicare and Medicaid provide crucial health insurance coverage for some of Delaware’s most vulnerable populations. Amid changes to eligibility, learn how the two programs work and who can qualify for coverage: ow.ly/Ttyq50ZPjjJ
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
After Wilmington City Councilman James Spadola switched his political affiliation from Republican to Democrat, council debated whether it disenfranchised 15,000 voters. In court, and a judge ruled the move isn't prohibited. Read more, free: ow.ly/UyiN50ZPfMi
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Delmar Board of Education members deadlocked once again Tuesday night during a public meeting to consider four applicants for a vacant seat on the school board. The district can't move forward with a referendum request unless it is approved by the board. ow.ly/SSVf50ZP5Bq
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Spotlight Delaware is thrilled to launch Arts & Culture coverage at Spotlight Delaware. Don't miss a story about what makes Delaware creative and vibrant — sign up for our free weekly newsletter: ow.ly/cWef50ZOSmj
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
This summer, a 19-year-old was fatally shot by Wilmington police, sparking calls for transparency from city and state officials. If Delaware’s history with police shooting investigations is any guide, answers could still be months away. Read more, free:https://ow.ly/zjuT50ZOQZ0
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Smyrna artist Charlese Phillips is using the fiber arts and photography to talk about healing, belonging, and more. Learn more about the artist — and where to see her work this month — on our site: ow.ly/MY5E50ZOQCP Get our free weekly Arts & Culture newsletter: ow.ly/Q06s50ZOQEg
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Delaware, what are you doing this weekend?! The answer just got easier to find, thanks to our new Weekend Spotlight: ow.ly/JzKb50ZOMZA Don't miss an Arts & Culture update — sign up for our free newsletter today: ow.ly/YkF950ZOMZx
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Nanticoke and Lenape Indians were Delaware’s first settlers. The Nanticoke tribe’s annual powwow aims to increase public awareness of their history, as well as cultural exchange between area tribes. Read more: ow.ly/smfU50ZOvbR See more photos: ow.ly/ZAxv50ZOv84
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
The Farmhouse Middletown's atmosphere recalls a childhood memory for Executive Chef Brandon Fredericks — his grandmother “elbows deep in meatloaf,” prepping for family dinners at the crack of dawn. Learn more about the team bringing elevated, homestyle fare to Middletown: ow.ly/ewlI50ZOt3X
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Delaware Republicans face an uphill battle in an overwhelmingly blue state. Tuesday’s primary results show that candidates with experience in office may be more important to conservative voters than past party affiliations. Learn more, free: ow.ly/b00P50ZOf0q
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
The Working Families Party, a progressive political movement built around expanding populist ideals that has steadily grown its presence in Delaware in recent election cycles, further expanded its reach during Tuesday’s Democratic primaries. Get more info, free: ow.ly/y5Pv50ZOeRP
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Delaware, find out primary election results — totally free — on our site as races are called and definitive results become available: ow.ly/2K3t50ZO7bI About 40% of all this year’s statewide or statehouse races will be decided by votes from today's primaries. We'll help you stay informed.
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Our reporters are spending the day at polling places across Delaware to hear the perspectives of candidates, voters, and polling place workers. For updates on today's primary election, visit our website — all of our work is free to read: ow.ly/zA6L50ZO4qh
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Delaware’s top officials gathered Monday to celebrate construction finally starting on the long-planned expansion of the Port of Wilmington. Meanwhile, just outside the gates, about two dozen protesters gathered. Read the full story of expansion and pushback: ow.ly/O3VZ50ZO2fN
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Automatic license plate readers, dubbed “Flock” cameras after their vendor, have sparked nationwide debates about government surveillance and the misuses of the artificial intelligence-backed tool. How are they being used in Delaware? Find out for free: ow.ly/jymn50ZO27l
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Earlier this week, the Delaware Department of Insurance announced rate changes for health plans purchased through the open marketplace, also known as Affordable Care Act (ACA) plans. Get the full story, free, at the link in our bio: ow.ly/FcVw50ZO1s1
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
A lawsuit filed by state Senate Minority Leader Gerald Hocker (R-Ocean View) could throw Delaware’s absentee voting protocol into question ahead of this year’s November election. Read the full story, free: ow.ly/FBPX50ZNZaM
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Spotlight Delaware @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Spotlight Delaware reporters are visiting polling places statewide to capture the voices of candidates, voters, and polling place workers. For updates on today's primary, visit our website — all of our work is free to read: ow.ly/9osZ50ZNXhi
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