March 1, 2026 Shane Brennan, Delaware Online There has been a lot of statue talk in Wilmington lately. The Caesar Rodney statue, formerly displayed in downtown Wilmington's Rodney Square, will be making its return to the public in Washington D.C. The statue will be displayed among others honoring the country's founders as a part of the 250 year celebration of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The National Park Service reached out to the city, according to Mayor

March 4, 2026 delaware.gov DNREC has announced that sand pumping at the Indian River Inlet will resume later this month as the department begins operating the upgraded Sand Bypass System. The system moves sand across the inlet to nourish beaches and dunes.   Visitors should expect temporary closures and restricted access near the inlet while crews stage equipment and piping. The machinery used during bypass operations can be dangerous, so please follow posted safety signage a

Katie Tabeling, Delaware Business Times DELMAR — The upstart developer Ocean Crest Properties is planning its third industrial park in four years and, this time, the company has set eyes on building an 800,000 square-foot park in Delmar. Ocean Crest Properties is a new venture formed with Chesapeake Plumbing and Heating owner Travis Martin and Bret and Kirk Davis, developers from Salisbury, Md. to identify and develop industrial space for small to medium companies in the sou

March 3, 2026 Brandon Ferguson, Coast TV SUSSEX COUNTY, Del. - Six proposed ordinances aimed at reshaping development in Sussex County are expected to be introduced in the coming weeks, following recommendations from the county’s Land Use Reform Working Group. Jill Hicks, a member of the working group, played a direct role in bringing the measures before County Council. “I think we’re off to a really good start,” Hicks said. The six ordinances stem from a broader package of

Katie Tabeling, Delaware Business Times GEORGETOWN —The Buccini Pollin Group is betting big on sports, and with its latest management deal with Sports at the Beach, its sports management company now is in all three counties in Delaware. BPG Sports has signed a 15-year lease to operate and manage the largest sports complex in Sussex County. Sports at the Beach has 16 grass baseball fields as well as concession stands, picnic areas, pavilions and welcome center. The facility’s

March 2, 2026 Gene Truono, Chairman of the Delaware Republican Party Dear Fellow Republicans and Patriotic Americans, As Chairman of the Delaware Republican Party, I remain profoundly encouraged by the bold and transformative developments unfolding in our nation's foreign policy toward Iran under President Donald J. Trump's steadfast leadership. Just days into Operation Epic Fury , the decisive U.S.-Israeli campaign has delivered a series of resounding victories that undersco

March 1, 2026 An evening of connections and conversation at the Starboard for Next Generation & Current Generation Conservatives The  Cornerstone Initiative  is designed to engage the next generation of conservative leaders , including young professionals, entrepreneurs, and community builders under 40 who are actively shaping the future of our state.​ Hi everyone,   We’re excited to share updated details for the Cornerstone gathering on Friday, March 6th at the Starboard.  

February 27, 2026 Delaware State Senate and House Republicans House and Senate energy committee members met in a joint session on Friday (2/27) afternoon to explore the effects of data center construction on jobs, the stability of the regional power grid, economic development, and the price of electricity for ratepayers in the First State.   The construction of data centers — structures that house large networks of servers, storage systems, and computing infrastructure — has

February 28, 2026 Gene Truono, Chairman, Republican Party of Delaware President Trump’s Record-Breaking 2026 State of the Union: A Turnaround for the Ages — Democrats Exposed as Prioritizing Illegals Over American Citizens President Donald J. Trump delivered the longest State of the Union address in American history on February 24, 2026 — a powerful 1-hour-48-minute testament to one year of transformative conservative leadership. He showcased undeniable results:  a secure bor

February 27, 2026 Senator Bryant Richardson, Delaware Senate Republicans “Pastors are told that disengagement is non-political, when in reality, withdrawal always empowers someone else’s moral values.” The above quote is from an essay by David Lane of the American Renewal Project.  David goes on to say that silence does not preserve the Church’s witness. It forfeits it. What are the results of disengagement by pastors? The outcome is inevitable.  Others organize.  Others writ

February 26, 2026 Delaware State Parks are celebrating their 75 th  anniversary at the beginning of the 2026 fee season, Sunday, March 1st. Daily entrance fees will remain in effect through Monday, November 30th.   DNREC is also rolling out new payment conveniences, including mobile pay via QR codes and routine parking validation tied to daily or annual passes. Surf‑fishing permits—available in one‑ and two‑year options—are currently on sale, with reservations required on sel

February 27, 2026 State House Republican Whip Jeff Spiegelman Governor Matt Meyer signed an executive order on Thursday to streamline permitting regulations for certain targeted projects.   “For too long, Delawareans have watched essential projects get stuck in red tape that can stretch on for years, driving up costs and stifling progress,” Gov. Meyer said.   As stated in a news release  issued by the governor's office, "Delaware’s permitting and regulatory review processes p

February 26, 2026 From the Newsletter of State Representative Jesse Vanderwende, 35th District Newton Pond near Greenwood is currently closed to stock trout in advance of Delaware’s 2026 Downstate Pond Trout Season that will open for youth anglers (under age 16) at 7 a.m. on Saturday, March 7th.   The downstate trout season will open for all anglers a half-hour before sunrise on Sunday, March 8th to a half-hour after sunset thereafter, unless otherwise restricted by area rule

February 26, 2026 Since the blizzard began impacting our area on Sunday afternoon, our team has restored power to 60,000 homes. After more than 80 hours of continuous restoration work, we are proud to share that power has now been restored to members affected by this historic storm! We know it has been a long week for those who were without power, and we are grateful that the lights are back on across Kent and Sussex counties. This was the most impactful storm to strike our s

February 25, 2026 Delaware Senate Republicans DOVER, DE  – Senator Dave Lawson (R – Marydel) and House Republican Leader Tim Dukes (R – Laurel) last week introduced Senate Bill 236  (SB 236) to update Delaware’s parentage law and clarify access to medical and identifying information for individuals conceived through assisted reproduction once they reach adulthood. Under the legislation, gamete banks and fertility clinics would be required to collect and maintain identifying i

February 23, 2026 Gene Truono, Delaware Republican Party Dear Fellow Delaware Republicans, As Chairman of the Delaware Republican Party, I've spent years fighting for the hardworking families of our state—the longshoremen, truck drivers, and small business owners who keep our economy moving. Today, I'm sounding the alarm on a crisis that's unfolding right under our noses at the Port of Wilmington. Under Governor Matt Meyer's watch, years of neglect and failed leadership have

February 18, 2026 Madeleine Overturf, Coast TV OCEAN CITY , Md. — A federal judge has dismissed US Wind’s cross-claim in ongoing litigation over the offshore wind project planned off the coasts of Maryland and Delaware. Ocean City leaders announced that on Feb. 13, Judge Gallagher of the United States District Court granted the federal defendants’ motion to dismiss US Wind’s cross-claim in its entirety. The dismissal was issued without prejudice, meaning the court did not rul

On March 2, 2026 (302 Day), residents across Delaware are encouraged to make it a day of service by giving back to their communities. Through Keep Delaware Beautiful, individuals and groups can plan a neighborhood or park cleanup, check out a free litter cleanup kit from any Delaware library, or encourage their school to join the Litter Free School Zone program to help create a cleaner campus. Learn more and find ways to get involved at KeepDelawareBeautiful.com

February 20, 2026 Delaware Republicans: Rise Up! President Trump's State of the Union Ignites Our Fight to Reclaim Delaware in 2026 – The Battle Has Begun! Patriots of Delaware, hear this: the fight to win the 2026 midterms has officially begun ! President Donald J. Trump – our unbreakable leader who delivered historic victories for America – is about to deliver a State of the Union address that will electrify every conservative heart across our great state. This is not just

February 17, 2026   Governor Matt Meyer recently presented Delaware’s highest civilian honor—the Order of the First State—to five Delawareans, including Seaford resident Mike Vincent .   The Order of the First State recognizes individuals whose service, leadership, or achievement has made a profound and lasting impact on Delaware and its people. This award is reserved for exceptional service, leadership, or achievement in any field—public service, philanthropy, education, bus