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Construction of the new Sussex County Family Court in Georgetown is now expected to be completed by fall 2025, with the opening planned for early spring 2026, according to Sean O'Sullivan, chief of community relations for Delaware Courts.

Spring wildfire season has begun as forest fuels are the driest at this time and weather conditions are warm, dry, and windy. Instead of burning outdoor debris, the Maryland Forest Service recommends using it for composting or mulching yard waste, leaves, and brush.