Delaware reacts to Biden's withdrawal from race, Sussex development, swimming champs

Good morning, Delaware.

I’m sure I don’t need to alert you to the biggest news of the last 24 hours.

You can look forward to plenty of updates and analysis from us in the days after President Joe Biden announced yesterday that he will not seek reelection, and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as his party’s nominee:

And now more local news …

Going to the Delaware State Fair?

Headed to the State Fair? Here are some stories and photo galleries to inspire your trip ... Be sure to keep checking back for updates, and plenty of photos from the fairgrounds:

Also worth your time …

Breaking news: Man driving on wrong side of road dies day after crash near Bridgeville

Entertainment:Best Delaware festivals and events in July 2024

Dining:We found juicy bargains on burgers at Delaware restaurants up and down the state

Development:Condos approved in Sussex, 54-lot development coming to Long Neck

News Quiz:New additions to the Delaware State Fair and an Olympic swimmer. Try out this week's news quiz

Sports:Swimmers compete in the Suburban Swim League 2024 Championships at the Western Family YMCA

An open call to arts, history groups

Every Sunday we pass the mic to arts and cultural groups throughout the First State, affording them the opportunity to tell our readers about upcoming events, seasonal plans, fundraising efforts, volunteer opportunities, collaborations and so much more.

This week’s Open Call is hosted by Delaware Historical Society, which highlights programs that help illuminate our relationship with Delaware's past.

Upcoming Open Call columns will feature Poetry at Rockwood, Delaware Nature and Science Museum, Delaware Contemporary and more.

If you know a group that would like to be included, please email me at tpaolino@gannett.com for details.

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