January 13, 2026 Emma Aken, Coast TV SUSSEX COUNTY, Del. – Sussex County Council unanimously denied the Atlantic Fields shopping mall development. The project included a large retail project along Route 24 despite concerns raised by nearby residents. According to county documents, the Atlantic Fields development would have included 23 buildings and feature major retailers such as Costco, Target and Whole Foods. Developers also confirmed that TJ Maxx and Ross were in negotiat

January 13, 2026 Rep. Bryan Shup, District 36 Posted on Mr 302 Bryan Shupe A follow up on the U.S. green card holder who recently reached out to me. This resident knows that she is a U.S. green card holder and not a U.S. citizen. After raising concerns about why she had been automatically registered to vote, the Department of Elections sent her a follow up letter. The letter states that the Department has been informed that she may not be a U.S. citizen and that if that were

January 12, 2026 news.delaware.gov On December 9, 2025, Delmarva Power and Light (“Delmarva”) filed an application with the Delaware Public Service Commission (“Commission”) to increase its total revenue from base rates by $67.8 million compared to the rates approved in 2024 in its last base rates case. Delaware law allows utilities to implement the new rate on an interim basis, subject to refund pending the outcome of this case, and these rates as interim rates effective Jul

January 12, 2026 Maggie Reynolds, Spotlight Delmarva Why Should Delaware Care? Passing stricter gun control legislation, including permit to purchase regulations, has been long-debated and lobbied for in the Delaware General Assembly. Despite state agencies having 18 months to prepare for the start of permit to purchase this past November, computer systems for the permits are still incomplete, prompting pushback and questions about preparedness from gun store owners and other

January 12, 2026 DOVER, DE — Senate Republican Whip Brian Pettyjohn (R – Georgetown) has introduced Senate Bill 208  (SB 208), legislation designed to modernize Delaware’s psychology licensing laws and expand access to mental health care by creating a regulated licensure pathway for master’s-level psychology clinicians. Similar to much of the country, Delaware is experiencing an increasing shortage of mental health providers. As demand for services continues to rise, many Del

This week's Chairman's Letter focuses on a dangerous trend threatening law and order nationwide—and one that could easily reach our communities: the mainstream media's reckless role in fueling chaos around U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations.

January 11, 2026 38th District Republican Committee What follows is a portion of the blog post from the website of the 38th District Republican Committee. To review additional information in their blog relating to AI and the 38th's upcoming meeting on 2-2-26 with guest speaker, Dr. Michael Katz, click here . Delaware AI Innovation Education Summit Delaware is already taking AI in schools seriously and held an AI Innovation Summit this past Saturday, January 10, 2026. This c

January 9, 2026 Gene Truono, Chairman, Delaware Republican Party Delaware Republicans, WAKE UP and RISE UP! President Donald J. Trump's unstoppable leadership has unleashed a tidal wave of victories in 2025 and early 202 6—proving once and for all that bold, America-First conservative policies WORK. While Democrats cling to failed big-government schemes that have stifled our First State's economy and eroded our values, Trump's triumphs are a blazing call to arms for every con

January 9, 2026 Delaware State Senate - Republican Caucus DOVER, DE  — Senator Eric Buckson (R - South Dover) has introduced Senate Bill 219 (SB 219), bipartisan legislation that would significantly increase Delaware’s exclusion of military retirement pay from state income taxes, providing meaningful tax relief to veterans who have served our nation. SB 219 phases in an increased exemption for military pensions over several years, ultimately raising the exclusion to $25,000 f

January 9, 2026 Delaware State Senate - Republican Caucus DOVER, DE — Senator Bryant Richardson (R - Seaford) has introduced Senate Bill 215  (SB 215), legislation that will protect fairness in girls’ athletics by ensuring that interscholastic sports teams in Delaware are designated based on biological sex. The bill, titled the Fairness in Girls’ Sports Act , creates guidelines for school districts, charter schools, and member schools of the Delaware Interscholastic Athletic

JANUARY 21, 6-8 PM FREE WEBINAR Human trafficking remains a serious public safety and public health issue in Delaware, requiring informed, coordinated, and victim-centered responses. The Sussex County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., in partnership with the Delaware Anti-Trafficking Action Council (DATAC), invites you to attend a virtual webinar highlighting Delaware’s multidisciplinary efforts to combat human trafficking and support victims. This webinar

January 8, 2026 Spotlight Delaware held its annual legislative summit on Wednesday, hosted by Delaware State University in Dover.  In anticipation of lawmakers returning to resume work at the State Capitol next week, the event featured elected leaders and other experts in guided discussions exploring a wide range of public policy issues.  BELOW ARE SOME EXCERPTS AND VIDEO FROM THE SESSIONS. MORE EXCERPTS AND VIDEOS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE HOUSE REPUBLICAN NEWSLETTER - CLICK HER

January 7, 2026 Lizzy Brecht Delaware Family Policy Council 2026 is the second of a two year session, and a mid-term election year. There are current bills still in the process, and more that we anticipate will be filed, that will directly affect Delaware families. The goal of Delaware Family Policy Council is to equip you to be informed, aware, and prepared to make your voice known this session. Your voice advances truth and exposes darkness. Your engagement inspires courage

January 7, 2026 DOVER, DE – On Wednesday, January 7, 2026, Senator Dave Lawson (R-Marydel) announced that he will not seek re-election in 2026 and will retire from the Delaware General Assembly at the conclusion of his term. He issued the following statement thanking his constituents for their support and to his colleagues, both past and present. “Service has defined my life. From my time serving our country in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War, to decades in

January 5, 2026 Dear Fellow Delaware Republicans and Conservatives,   My fellow patriots, as we embark on this new year—January 2026—a fire of hope and determination burns brightly in my heart. Today, with profound excitement and unyielding resolve, I announce the launch of our bold Delaware Republican Party 2026 Rebrand  this very month. This is far more than a fresh look or a new logo; it is a clarion call to awakening, a rallying cry for every conservative soul in the Firs

Wind turbines off the coast of Delaware and Maryland are STILL a very real threat. ----------------- The nonprofit organization - Stop Offshore Wind - will hold a public forum on Monday, January 12th to discuss the impact that offshore wind can have on the environment, commercial fishing, navigation, tourism, and national security.   The panel discussion will take place at 5:30 p.m. at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center (Room 215) on 40th Street in Ocean City, MD.   For

Services honoring Cpl. Snook’s life and sacrifice will be held this coming Monday, January 5, 2026 University of Delaware’s Bob Carpenter Center in Newark.   A public visitation will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., followed by a ceremonial pass and review and a memorial service. Final honors will be rendered outside the venue, with ceremonies concluding around 3 p.m.   Interment will be private and closed to the public and media. Those wishing to support his family may do so

January 2, 2026 Gene Truono, Chair, Delaware Republican Party IMAGINE THE FOLLOWING SCENARIOS: • Waking up to news of yet another violent crime in your neighborhood, only to learn the perpetrator was a repeat offender released under soft-on-crime policies championed by Democrats • Picture struggling to pay skyrocketing grocery bills while your kids' school pushes divisive ideologies that erode trust in authority and family values • Envision your hard-earned tax dollars fundin

2026 Republican Breakwater Kickoff Event Sussex County Delaware

December 31, 2025 Delaware Family Policy Council Sussex, Did you notice the shift this year? Over the past few years, the transgender industry was quickly gaining ground and attracting thousands of children into its vortex, with both federal and state support. Look how much has changed in 2025: The Supreme Court protected parents' right to opt their children out of sexualized content in schools. The Supreme Court ruled that states can protect children from the gender mutilati