To mark the transition, Nomad Bar will host a “Passing of the Torch” party on Saturday, May 10. (Photo by Eriel Suarez on Unsplash)

Nomad Bar to hold celebration and ribbon cutting under new ownership

Claudia EstradaCulture, Business, Drink, Events, food and drink, Headlines

WILMINGTON — A familiar name in Wilmington’s nightlife scene is entering a new chapter as longtime Nomad Bar owners Dave and Linda pass the reins to local entrepreneurs Jaimie Watts and Rachel Lindeman. After 14 years of hosting live music and building community at its 905 N. Orange Street location, Nomad Bar is transitioning ownership. The venue, known for its …

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Online portal launches for business certification applicants

Claudia EstradaBusiness, Government, Headlines

WILMINGTON- The Delaware Office of Supplier Diversity (OSD) has launched a new online portal aimed at streamlining the certification process for diverse and small businesses, seeking to improve accessibility and efficiency for business owners seeking official certification. OSD, operating under the Delaware Division of Small Business (DSB), is responsible for enhancing economic opportunities for diverse and small businesses through certifications, advocacy, …

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Wilmington ranks in U.S. cities for business travelers

Claudia EstradaBusiness, Culture, Headlines

Wilmington has been recognized as a top destination for corporate travelers seeking a balance between business and after-hours networking. According to a recent survey conducted by financial media company MarketBeat.com, the city ranked No. 116 on a list of 145 cities that attract business professionals looking for vibrant post-work experiences. The survey, which polled 3,102 business executives nationwide, highlights a …

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PJM CEO Manu Asthana speaks on power grid challenges

Claudia EstradaEconomy, Business, Environment, Headlines, Town Square Live

WILMINGTON—The Rotary Club of Wilmington hosted speaker Manu Asthana, President and CEO of PJM Interconnection, on Thursday. Asthana discussed the current and future state of the nation’s largest power grid. As the overseer of a network spanning 13 states and the District of Columbia, PJM manages over 1,400 generators and 90,000 miles of high-voltage power lines, ensuring electricity reliability for …

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Governor Meyer urges quick approval of Senate Bill 21

Claudia EstradaHeadlines, Business

THIS STORY HAS BEEN UPDATED WILMINGTON-  Despite the criticism from legal experts, Governor Matt Meyer’s Senate Bill 21 advanced to the House on Wednesday.  The legislation seeks to address ambiguities in corporate decision-making by providing a safe harbor for independent directors and refining shareholder governance structures. These updates are designed to strike a fair balance between management authority and shareholder …

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Delaware Roundup: News briefs from another quiet holiday week

Staff WriterBusiness, Delaware Nonprofits, Education, Headlines

The Delaware Roundup is published every weekend. Send submissions for News Briefs and Calendar items to editor@delawarelive.com. If possible, please forward submissions within the email or in a Word document. ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT The Delaware Division of the Arts, in partnership with Mariposa Arts and the Office of Veterans Services, introduced CreatiVeterans—a transformative, free eight-week art program designed exclusively for Delaware …

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Delaware Roundup: News briefs from a quiet holiday week

Peter OsborneBusiness, Delaware Nonprofits, Education, Headlines

The Delaware Roundup is published every weekend. Send submissions for News Briefs and Calendar items to editor@delawarelive.com. If possible, please forward submissions within the email or in a Word document. REMINDER FROM LAST WEEK: DNREC is again sponsoring the Delaware Center for Horticulture’s TreeCycle event that aims to make beneficial reuse of holiday trees by turning them into wood chips and …

TSD Review Dec 26

Town Square LIVE Weekly Review – December 26, 2024

Sonja FreyTown Square Live

This Week’s Top Stories Include El Diablo Burritos owners launch new concept two doors down in Trolley Square Nature Boy Ric Flair brings cannabis product to Columbia Care locations New Castle County raises impact fees for new construction Delaware Hospice to move to scattered-bed model at St. Francis Hospital DMA’s Maya Hill shines as late dad, Coach Phil Hill, is …

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Delaware Roundup: Don’t miss these news briefs from Dec. 16-20

Peter OsborneBusiness, Delaware Nonprofits, Education, Headlines

The Delaware Roundup is published every weekend. Send submissions for News Briefs and Calendar items to editor@delawarelive.com. If possible, please forward submissions within the email or in a Word document. DNREC is again sponsoring the Delaware Center for Horticulture’s TreeCycle event that aims to make beneficial reuse of holiday trees by turning them into wood chips and mulch while also keeping …

TSD Review Dec 19

Town Square LIVE Weekly Review – December 19, 2024

Sonja FreyTown Square Live

This Week’s Top Stories Include Think tank exec questions legitimacy of state recognition of schools Nemours Children’s Health to invest $130M into Delaware facilities Wind-power substation’s rejection an “early Christmas present” for Sussex County UD to pay $715k to U.S. for NASA grant violations Dems bless Carney’s hospital cost review board picks while GOP abstain Click on the image below …

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Delaware Roundup: Don’t miss these news briefs from Dec. 9-13

Peter OsborneBusiness, Delaware Nonprofits, Education, Government, Government & Politics, Headlines, Sports

The Delaware Roundup is published every weekend. Send submissions for News Briefs and Calendar items to editor@delawarelive.com. If possible, please forward submissions within the email or in a Word document. LEADING OFF Delaware Sea Grant has been selected to be one of 11 groups nationwide to participate in a national cleanup of discarded fishing gear. This is an effort to clean …

TSD Review Dec 5

Town Square LIVE Weekly Review – December 5, 2024

Sonja FreyTown Square Live

This Week’s Top Stories Include Is consistent messaging or better recruitment/fundraising the key to GOP success Sunday Breakfast Mission gives thanks for busy holiday week Von Homer built sports-tech company from pain of college knee injury Wilmington landlord Pokony barred from the business in DOJ settlement Which Town Square athletes made the All-Class football team? Click on the image below …