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Jacksonville Jaguars' Trevor Lawrence waves during the NFL Honors' red carpet at Palace of Fine Arts, Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026, in San Francisco. (Scott Strazzante/San Francisco Chronicle via AP)
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Wor-Wic Community College celebrated standout employees whose dedication, innovation and campus-wide impact earned them the institution’s top Excellence in Service and Faculty Excellence awards.
The Worcester County Arts Council (WCAC) announced they awarded $17,150 through its Community Arts Development Grants program to nine art projects and events organized by local nonprofit organizations.
The Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration’s Highway Safety Office announced it will distribute $12.9 million in federal highway safety grants to 96 organizations across the state. The initiative is part of Maryland’s continued efforts to prevent car crashes and eliminate roadway deaths.
The Delaware Division of Small Business and BioConnect DE have announced details for the STEM Talent Advancement and Retention (STAR) Fund.
CoastTV is celebrating major recognition this awards season, earning 17 nominations in the 2025 Chesapeake Associated Press Broadcasters Association Awards, along with several top honors in the Delaware Press Association’s annual contest for television and online content.
Nearly 800 students gathered at the University of Delaware for the Delaware TSA State Leadership Conference, showcasing their STEM skills through competitions and workshops. Sussex County schools excelled, with Indian River High earning top-three placements in 15 events and several other schools claiming first-place awards. Two local educators were also honored as Advisors of the Year for their leadership in STEM.
The second annual Race for Open Space will take place April 5 at George H.P. Smith Park, with proceeds benefiting the Fourth Street Preserve campaign to protect Lewes’ last forested open space.
Runners, walkers and families are invited to the 20th annual Tim Kennard River Run, set for Sunday, March 2. The event features a 10-mile race, a 5K run/walk and a 5K noncompetitive "DOG" walk, all starting and finishing at Salisbury Bible Fellowship.
The Ocean City Police Department recognized outstanding officers and volunteers at its annual Officer of the Year Ceremony on Feb. 8 at the Ashore, with Police Officer First Class (PFC) Benjamin Panitch earning Officer of the Year.