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Hello Wilmington! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Which Wilmington-area intersections have dark signals this morning?
  • How a Wilmington middle school could benefit from a new cellphone bill
  • Which music legends are playing Wilmington and Delaware this October?

Also on today's calendar: Cool Jazz from a Cool Country: Oskar Stenmark Trio and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why was the scarecrow given an award? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Occasional afternoon rain, with a high of 65 and low of 56 degrees.
  • Monday: Breezy in the afternoon, temps: high: 73, low: 47.
  • Tuesday: Plenty of sun, with a high of 66 and low of 44 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Traffic Signal Outage Near Naamans Rd and Foulk Rd in Wilmington Area (tvdelmarva.com) — If you're driving near Naamans Road and Foulk Road in the Wilmington area, be prepared for dark traffic lights this morning due to a power outage. DelDOT says multiple intersections are affected and urges drivers to treat them as four-way stops and proceed cautiously until repairs are complete.
   

2. Bipartisan Bill in Congress Would Help Schools Put Cellphone Bans or Restrictions in Place (edweek.org) — P.S. duPont Middle School in Wilmington is showcased as a model for strict cellphone restrictions, using locking pouches to keep students focused and reduce discipline issues. A new bipartisan bill in Congress could send federal grant money to Delaware and other states to help schools like this cover the ongoing costs of secure storage and staffing for phone-free classrooms.
   

3. Hot Delaware concerts to see in October 2026. Music legends & more (delawareonline.com) — Big-name music is headed to Wilmington this October, with Graham Nash scheduled to perform on one of the city's most beloved stages. The roundup also highlights other notable shows across Delaware, including the Rehoboth Beach Jazz Festival and a Roger Daltrey concert featuring Hockessin native Katie Jacoby.
   

4. 5 Historic Crimes That Left Their Mark on Delaware (delawaretoday.com) — One section revisits the 1903 lynching of George White after the assault and death of a Wilmington schoolgirl, tracing how local anger and a Wilmington pastor's sermon fueled mob violence. The piece also recounts other notorious Delaware crimes that shaped state law, folklore, and historical markers residents may recognize today.
   

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  • Thank you everyone who responded when I asked to borrow an animal trap.
    My cat has returned. I found him in the trap last night when I came home. He was only out for a 6 day adventure this time. He is very clingy and not… (Nextdoor Green Acres)
  • My latest project completed.
    A teenage girl who actually reads books, needed a book shelf, reading nook, storage chest, and end table. I utilized this awkward space and created… (Nextdoor The Ardens)
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Ok Wilmington! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why was the scarecrow given an award?" — Because he was outstanding in his field! (Thank you Teresa M. for sending it in!)
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