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  Archives:  March 2014

Governor’s Weekly Message Transcript: Transportation Investments Bring Jobs to Delaware

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Date Posted: Friday, March 14, 2014

Delaware job growth is outpacing the nation and our unemployment rate has fallen, yet many hardworking Delawareans are still looking for work. One part of the economy hit especially hard by the recession was construction, and we have an opportunity to give workers in that industry a chance to get back on the job.




Governor Markell Announces 2013 Team Excellence Awards

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Office of Management and Budget | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, March 14, 2014

The 20-member Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control Brandywine Zoo Staff Team was recognized by Governor Markell as the 2013 Governor’s Team Excellence Award recipient.




Construction Underway on Three-Year SR 26 Improvements Project

Department of Transportation | Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, March 13, 2014

A special project briefing to mark the start of construction of the State Route 26, Atlantic Avenue, Clarksville to Assawoman Canal Improvements Project was held for Governor Jack Markell, Route 26 Construction Advisory Group members, and the media at the South Coastal Library.




An Appoquinimink School District polling place may not be used due to a conflict

Department of Elections - New Castle County Office | Department of Elections - State Election Commissioner | News | School Board Elections | Date Posted: Thursday, March 13, 2014

A School Board Election and AP testing are scheduled for Marion Profitt Training Center on May 13th. This conflict will create safety issues. The Appoquinimink School District has asked us not use the Center as a polling place on that day. People can vote at seven other places. This includes nearby Old State Elementary School. […]




Delaware Tree Farmer of the Year named on March 27

Department of Agriculture | Forest Service | Date Posted: Thursday, March 13, 2014

The Delaware Forestry Association (DFA) will present its 2014 Tree Farmer of the Year Award at its annual meeting on Thursday, March 27, 2014 from 5:30 to 9 p.m. at the Bridgeville Fire Hall, 311 Market St., Bridgeville, DE 19933. Tickets are $27 for adults and $12.50 for children ages 6 to 12. DFA is a nonprofit organization established in 1982 to promote the sustainable practice of forestry on the Delmarva Peninsula. Info at delawareforest.com.






  Archives:  March 2014

Governor’s Weekly Message Transcript: Transportation Investments Bring Jobs to Delaware

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Date Posted: Friday, March 14, 2014

Delaware job growth is outpacing the nation and our unemployment rate has fallen, yet many hardworking Delawareans are still looking for work. One part of the economy hit especially hard by the recession was construction, and we have an opportunity to give workers in that industry a chance to get back on the job.




Governor Markell Announces 2013 Team Excellence Awards

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Office of Management and Budget | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, March 14, 2014

The 20-member Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control Brandywine Zoo Staff Team was recognized by Governor Markell as the 2013 Governor’s Team Excellence Award recipient.




Construction Underway on Three-Year SR 26 Improvements Project

Department of Transportation | Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, March 13, 2014

A special project briefing to mark the start of construction of the State Route 26, Atlantic Avenue, Clarksville to Assawoman Canal Improvements Project was held for Governor Jack Markell, Route 26 Construction Advisory Group members, and the media at the South Coastal Library.




An Appoquinimink School District polling place may not be used due to a conflict

Department of Elections - New Castle County Office | Department of Elections - State Election Commissioner | News | School Board Elections | Date Posted: Thursday, March 13, 2014

A School Board Election and AP testing are scheduled for Marion Profitt Training Center on May 13th. This conflict will create safety issues. The Appoquinimink School District has asked us not use the Center as a polling place on that day. People can vote at seven other places. This includes nearby Old State Elementary School. […]




Delaware Tree Farmer of the Year named on March 27

Department of Agriculture | Forest Service | Date Posted: Thursday, March 13, 2014

The Delaware Forestry Association (DFA) will present its 2014 Tree Farmer of the Year Award at its annual meeting on Thursday, March 27, 2014 from 5:30 to 9 p.m. at the Bridgeville Fire Hall, 311 Market St., Bridgeville, DE 19933. Tickets are $27 for adults and $12.50 for children ages 6 to 12. DFA is a nonprofit organization established in 1982 to promote the sustainable practice of forestry on the Delmarva Peninsula. Info at delawareforest.com.