Delaware Humanities has announced the closure of its grant application process. The change comes in direct response to federal budget cuts ordered by  DOGE. (Photo courtesy of Delaware Humanities)

Delaware Humanities closes grant applications due to recent DOGE cuts

Claudia EstradaGovernment, Delaware Nonprofits, Government & Politics, Headlines

Delaware Humanities has suspended all grant applications following deep federal budget cuts to the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH), ordered by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Last week, we reported on the open grant opportunities from Delaware Humanities — a vital source of funding for cultural, historical, and educational initiatives across the state.  RELATED STORY: Delaware Humanities opens …

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Federal complaint challenges transgender inclusion in girls’ sports

Claudia EstradaHeadlines, Government & Politics

WILMINGTON-  A lawyer and republican state senator filed a complaint with the civil rights division of the US Department of Justice for non-compliance with Title IX and the Equal Protection Clause, regarding transgender girls participating in sports. DE State Sen. Bryant Richardson and Wilmington attorney Thomas Neuberger filed a complaint with the U.S. Department of Justice, requesting that it terminate …

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DE Chamber of Commerce addresses trade opportunities amid tariff concerns

Claudia EstradaHeadlines

WILMINGTON- The Delaware Chamber of Commerce encourages local businesses to consider emerging global trade opportunities. In a statement issued Monday, Chamber President Michael J Quaranta, highlighted key international markets that could be crucial in shaping the future of U.S. manufacturing and trade. Quaranta gave examples like Southeast Asia, particularly Vietnam, as an emerging U.S. trade partner due to its rapidly …

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Fauci’s still hanging by a strap in Rehoboth arcade

Betsy PriceCulture, Government, Headlines

A doll of Dr. Anthony Fauci, top left, hangs in a Rehoboth Beach arcade game. Photo by Kim Hoey.   A doll of Dr. Anthony Fauci is still hanging by a face mask strap in a Rehoboth arcade. The doll, which some attributed political meaning to, caused a political rumble at the beach a few weeks ago. It hangs in …