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Hey Dover, hope your week’s off to a good start!

In today’s wallet-friendly edition: Zoning reform pilot, K-Pop Demon Hunters party, and ProStart students vie for $2M in scholarships + lots of fun things to do for free.

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📰 In the news

Municipal planning updates ahead: DSHA announced a pilot selecting Dover and eight other jurisdictions for free help updating zoning and land use rules to allow more housing choices and address affordability across Delaware — see which towns are included.

Why creativity at work matters: Delaware’s 15th annual State Employee Art Exhibition continues at Delaware State University in Dover, showcasing nearly 220 works by employees and family members competing for awards and cash prizes — read the full story.

Future culinary leaders spotlighted: Caesar Rodney and Cape Henlopen High School students won top honors at Delaware ProStart and will advance to National ProStart Invitational in Baltimore, with over $2 million in scholarships available — read the full story.

Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.

Highlights this week:

• Explore STEM careers at Delaware Tech
• Celebrate K-Pop Demon Hunters with family
• AARP Smart Driver at Duck Creek Library

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Reset by the water: Need a low-pressure pause? Silver Lake Park serves easy lakeside loops, playground time for kids, and quiet benches for coffee-and-people-watching. Bring a rod if that’s your thing, or lap the path and call it therapy-adjacent… either way, the week exhales.

Find the rare stuff: Shelves craving nostalgia or something new? They’re Action Figures keeps Dover stocked with vintage scores and fresh releases across LEGO, Funko, Hot Wheels, comics, and TCG packs, with easy in-store pickup for online orders. From classics to hard-to-find variants, the thrill is in stock.

Serious cheesesteak fix: Craving a hoagie? Simaron Pizza & Steak Shop turns out big, messy, worth-it sandwiches, from classic cheesesteaks to Italian subs and other nostalgic comfort bites. Low-key, local, and reliably satisfying, it’s an easy win for midweek lunch or a no-cook night.

Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared three programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →

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📆 Free events worth checking out

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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.

⚽ Soccer Class @ Wyoming United Methodist Church | Tuesday (3/10) at 4:30 PM – Let the tiny humans run, kick, and high-five while actual coaches do the herding, and your floors get a break. Soccer Shots is offering a free class for ages 2-3, and 3.5-5.5, so you can sip coffee and call it quality parenting.

❓ Let’s Do Trivia and Mexican Night @ Arena’s Milford | Thursday (3/12) at 7:00 PM – Thursday nights just got smarter and tastier with contact-free trivia, free to play with weekly prizes, and their famous Taco Night. Think $4 Cuervo margaritas, $3 Mexican beers, $1.99 tacos, $7.99 nachos, and queso, obviously.

⚓ Delaware’s Maritime History @ John Bell House Interpretive Center | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – Delaware’s maritime past is dropping anchor at the John Bell House, with the First State Club serving up hands-on history, local lore, and zero seasickness. It’s the good kind of educational, easygoing, and actually fun, and it’s free, so bring your curiosity.

📖 Story Time @ Tre Sorelle Dolce Ice Cream & Italian Ice (Wyoming) | Saturday (3/14) at 12:00 PM – Second Saturday means Miss Kristen holds court with free storytime and a themed craft, which beats negotiating chores at home. All ages welcome, including your inner kid. Grab a treat from the parlor before, during, or after, and call it quality time.

☘ St. Patrick’s Day @ Rail Haus Beer Garden | Saturday (3/14) at 2:00 PM – St. Patrick’s weekend calls for a pint, a laugh, and a place you can actually hear your friends, so we’re posting up at Rail Haus. Green beer is flowing, Irish-ish specials are on, and giveaways keep it lively. No tickets, no cover, just good craic.

☘ St. Patrick’s Day @ Main Street (Smyrna) | Sunday (3/15) at 2:00 PM – Whether you’ve marched since green beads were a flex, or just want an easy win with the grandkids, the Smyrna Clayton St. Patrick’s Day parade is rolling. We’re hitching a ride with Little Bear Dog Care, singing Irish tunes, and waving like we actually practiced.

🎀 Grand Opening Benefit Dinner @ Bally’s Dover Casino Resort | Monday (3/16) at 1:00 PM – Pop in for a two-day grand opening: a free networking bash with a ribbon cutting, headshots, career resources, and Delaware vendors, then an elegant benefit dinner backing scholarships and startup grants. Suit up, eat well, and pretend you like small talk, or actually do.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 Dover report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 74°F – Low: 54°F – Precip: 4%

Areas of fog before 8am. Sunny, with a high near 74. Southwest wind 0 to 5 mph. Later: Patchy fog after 2am. Mostly clear, with a low around 54. South wind around 5 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 76°F – Low: 50°F – Precip: 21%

Patchy fog before 8am, then a slight chance of rain showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 76. South wind 5 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: A chance of rain showers before 11pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 50. Southwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

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