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Delaware Doubles Down on Trees to Fight Climate Change
Planet WinsMar 3

Delaware Doubles Down on Trees to Fight Climate Change

Delaware is planting thousands more trees and protecting forests after losing 1,000 acres yearly to development. The state's new climate plan could more than double carbon storage by 2050 while creating jobs and cooling communities.

Google News - Emissions Reduction3 min read
Delaware Coastal Cleanup Seeks Volunteers for Sept. 19
Acts of Kindness9h ago

Delaware Coastal Cleanup Seeks Volunteers for Sept. 19

Delaware's 39th annual Coastal Cleanup needs volunteers to help keep beaches and waterways pristine this September. For nearly four decades, thousands have pitched in to protect the First State's coastline. #

Google News - Ocean Cleanup2 min read
SPCA Saves 98 Animals from Delaware Hoarding Case
VideosMay 16

SPCA Saves 98 Animals from Delaware Hoarding Case

The Brandywine Valley SPCA rescued nearly 100 cats, dogs, and small animals from a Delaware townhome. All survivors are now safe and receiving medical care.

Google: rescue saves2 min read
Delaware Grocery Store Hosts Concerts in Produce Aisle
SolutionsMar 24

Delaware Grocery Store Hosts Concerts in Produce Aisle

A family-owned market in New Castle, Delaware, is turning their produce section into a stage for local Latin musicians. The "Mercadito Sessions" have gone viral, creating community and opportunities for indie artists.

Upworthy2 min read
UAE Firm Invests $600M in Delaware Port, Creates US Jobs
SolutionsFeb 18

UAE Firm Invests $600M in Delaware Port, Creates US Jobs

A United Arab Emirates company is pumping $600 million into Delaware's Port of Wilmington over the next decade, creating hundreds of American jobs while transforming a historic industrial hub into a world-class shipping facility. The partnership shows how international investment can spark real economic growth for local communities.

Google News - Jobs Created2 min read
95-Year-Old Gold Medalist Returns to Delaware Beach Home
Community HeroesApr 27

95-Year-Old Gold Medalist Returns to Delaware Beach Home

Franklin Shakespeare, America's oldest living Olympic gold medalist, returned to Dewey Beach at 95 to revisit his beloved Delaware haunts and receive honors from the state Senate. The rowing champion who found his sport after basketball rejection proves that second chances can lead to golden moments.

Google News - Olympic Medal2 min read
Delaware EV Owners Earn Thousands Supporting Power Grid
SolutionsApr 17

Delaware EV Owners Earn Thousands Supporting Power Grid

Electric car owners in Delaware are making thousands of dollars a year by letting their parked vehicles store and share electricity with the power grid. A pilot program proves your car can pay you back while you sleep.

New Scientist2 min read
Delaware Farm Innovation Could Replace Antibiotics in Turkeys
SolutionsFeb 17

Delaware Farm Innovation Could Replace Antibiotics in Turkeys

A new feed supplement uses virus-derived enzymes to fight bacterial infections in turkeys without antibiotics. Delaware poultry farmers may soon have access to this precision technology that targets harmful bacteria while protecting helpful gut microbes.

Regional: turkey innovation (TR)3 min read
Delaware County's Delco Gives Raised $2.2M in Year Two
Acts of KindnessJan 18

Delaware County's Delco Gives Raised $2.2M in Year Two

Delaware County's biggest day of nonprofit fundraising is back for its third year, building on momentum that's raised nearly $4 million for local causes in just two years. Registration opens now through April 17, with the main event kicking off May 6.

Google: philanthropy gives3 min read
Cancer Survivor in Green Wig Boosts Delaware Trial Sign-Ups
Community HeroesJun 15

Cancer Survivor in Green Wig Boosts Delaware Trial Sign-Ups

Bill Osborne wears a bright green Hulk wig to start life-saving conversations with newly diagnosed cancer patients in Delaware. His peer-to-peer approach has helped three patients join clinical trials in recent months.

Google News - Cancer Survivor3 min read
Delaware EV Owners Earning Thousands From Parked Cars
SolutionsApr 17

Delaware EV Owners Earning Thousands From Parked Cars

Electric vehicle owners in Delaware are making thousands of dollars a year by letting their parked cars act as giant batteries for the power grid. The breakthrough pilot program solves two problems at once: stabilizing renewable energy and putting money back in drivers' pockets.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Delaware High School Wins Grant for GIS Technology
InnovationFeb 2

Delaware High School Wins Grant for GIS Technology

Sussex Technical High School just landed a state innovation grant to bring cutting-edge mapping technology into its environmental science classrooms. Students will now learn the same digital tools professionals use to manage land, analyze data, and protect natural resources.

Google News - School Innovation2 min read
Delaware High School Wins Grant for Plant Science Tech
SolutionsJan 29

Delaware High School Wins Grant for Plant Science Tech

Sussex Technical High School just scored a major win for its future farmers and environmental scientists. Students will now learn cutting-edge mapping technology used by professionals in agriculture and conservation careers.

Google News - School Innovation2 min read
Police Chief Saves Tubing Friend Trapped Under Delaware River
Community HeroesMay 11

Police Chief Saves Tubing Friend Trapped Under Delaware River

When a woman became pinned underwater by strong currents during a tubing trip, Lebanon Township Police Chief Jason Cronce dove in without hesitation and pulled her to safety. Now he's being honored for the August rescue that saved her life.

Google: rescue saves2 min read
68 Students Win $281K in Scholarships in Delaware County
Acts of KindnessJun 12

68 Students Win $281K in Scholarships in Delaware County

A community foundation in Indiana just invested nearly $300,000 in the dreams of 68 local students heading to college. The scholarships range from one-time awards to four-year commitments that will help students complete their degrees.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
Milton Theatre Education Wing Construction Reaches Milestone
SolutionsApr 28

Milton Theatre Education Wing Construction Reaches Milestone

The historic Milton Theatre's new education wing is taking shape as construction crews begin raising walls on the long-awaited addition. The visible progress marks an exciting step forward for the Delaware venue's mission to expand arts education access.

Google News - Education Milestone2 min read
Juggler Carlos Mir Breaks World Record After 30 Years
SportsApr 22

Juggler Carlos Mir Breaks World Record After 30 Years

A professional juggler from Delaware just shattered a world record with a diabolo grind lasting over 1 minute and 46 seconds. Carlos Mir, who performs as "Cascading Carlos," is now waiting for official confirmation on what would be his fourth Guinness World Record.

Google News - World Record2 min read
Free Magic Show Celebrates 18M Cancer Survivors on June 7
Acts of KindnessMay 7

Free Magic Show Celebrates 18M Cancer Survivors on June 7

A Delaware theater is hosting a free magic show on National Cancer Survivors Day for anyone living with a cancer diagnosis, plus their caregivers and loved ones. The event honors the 18 million Americans currently navigating life after cancer.

Google News - Cancer Survivor2 min read
Muncie Nonprofits Employ 9,000+ and Power Local Economy
Acts of KindnessMay 19

Muncie Nonprofits Employ 9,000+ and Power Local Economy

Two nonprofit institutions in Delaware County employ roughly 9,000 people and anchor the local economy alongside hundreds of other mission-driven organizations. This often-overlooked sector brings stability, imports funding, and creates jobs less vulnerable to economic shocks.

Google News - Economic Growth2 min read
10 U.S. Species Move Closer to Endangered Protections
Planet WinsJan 24

10 U.S. Species Move Closer to Endangered Protections

Ten American species, from Washington's Olympic marmot to Delaware's lantern firefly, are being considered for endangered species protections. If approved, these would be the first new protections granted under the current administration.

Google: species saved endangered2 min read

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