Delaware Senate President Pro Tempore Dave Sokola, the state’s longest-serving legislator, announced he will not seek re-election this year, prompting praise from Democratic leaders who cited his decades-long legacy on education reform, civil rights and major progressive legislation.
The Art League of Ocean City is forming a free women’s leadership collective for ages 22+ to explore creativity, build community, and develop leadership skills through monthly arts-based meetings starting Sept. 24.
The Lewes Fire Department is expected to discuss the suspension of former fire chief Bill Buckaloo at a meeting Tuesday night. Buckaloo's suspension came in July after he made what the fire department called a "derogatory comment" in a public setting. CoastTV has since received three copies of an email from members of the fire department that they say was sent by the department's president. The email claims that Buckaloo used the N-word while off duty at Irish Eyes.
La Plaza Delaware and the Delaware Alliance of Latino Entrepreneurs, also known as ¡DALE!, held their first Latina Business Summit on Saturday in Milford to honor and celebrate the contributions of women in the community.
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 Ocean City Fire Department is undergoing a major leadership transition as Fire Chief Richard Bowers retires on Friday, capping a fire service career that spans more than four decades, according to Ocean City.
Julianne Murray, chair of the Delaware Republican Party, has announced her candidacy for re-election to lead the state’s GOP for another term.
La Red Health Center Chief Executive Officer Brian Olson will officially retire on Dec. 27, after nearly 23-years of leadership.
Mark Saunders has been appointed to the Rehoboth Beach Board of Commissioners to fill the unexpired term of Don Preston, who resigned last month.
Residents and stakeholders in Rehoboth Beach recently gathered to share insights and ideas during a series of strategic plan listening sessions hosted by the city.
