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  Category: Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017)


Governor Officially Proclaims February as Black History Month in Delaware

Department of State | Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, February 10, 2012

Governor Jack Markell and other dignitaries spoke about how our heroes of the past can serve as an inspiring lesson to today’s youth, such as the students from Dover’s Central Middle School who were also in attendance.




Japanese Delegation Visits the First State to Strengthen Ties

Department of State | Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | International Trade and Development | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, February 10, 2012

Government officials from Miyagi Prefecture, Japan recently visited Delaware to engage in discussions with Delaware officials and businesses on a variety of subjects related to Miyagi’s rebuilding after a devastating earthquake and tsunami last year




Governor Markell, DNREC Sec. O’Mara and Mayor Spencer Unveil Energy Efficiency Investments in Newport

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Wednesday, February 8, 2012

Governor Jack Markell, DNREC Secretary Collin O’Mara and Mayor Michael Spencer unveiled energy efficiency improvements in Newport at a dedication ceremony held today at the town’s Municipal Building.




Governor Markell Cuts the Ribbon on Solar Power System for Belvedere Fire Company in Wilmington

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Wednesday, February 8, 2012

Built from Delaware-manufactured components by Delaware contractors, the system will save the fire company an estimated one-third of its electric utility costs – approximately $400,000 over the life of the system.




Governor’s Weekly Message: Federal Agriculture Secretary Pledges Support to Delaware Farmers

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Date Posted: Friday, February 3, 2012

Governor Markell focuses on Delaware’s largest industry: agriculture. Delaware has 2,480 farms that cover more than 40% of Delaware, over 490,000 acres. Agriculture drives about $8 billion dollar of economic impact each year for Delaware.







  Category: Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017)

Governor Officially Proclaims February as Black History Month in Delaware

Department of State | Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, February 10, 2012

Governor Jack Markell and other dignitaries spoke about how our heroes of the past can serve as an inspiring lesson to today’s youth, such as the students from Dover’s Central Middle School who were also in attendance.




Japanese Delegation Visits the First State to Strengthen Ties

Department of State | Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | International Trade and Development | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, February 10, 2012

Government officials from Miyagi Prefecture, Japan recently visited Delaware to engage in discussions with Delaware officials and businesses on a variety of subjects related to Miyagi’s rebuilding after a devastating earthquake and tsunami last year




Governor Markell, DNREC Sec. O’Mara and Mayor Spencer Unveil Energy Efficiency Investments in Newport

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Wednesday, February 8, 2012

Governor Jack Markell, DNREC Secretary Collin O’Mara and Mayor Michael Spencer unveiled energy efficiency improvements in Newport at a dedication ceremony held today at the town’s Municipal Building.




Governor Markell Cuts the Ribbon on Solar Power System for Belvedere Fire Company in Wilmington

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Wednesday, February 8, 2012

Built from Delaware-manufactured components by Delaware contractors, the system will save the fire company an estimated one-third of its electric utility costs – approximately $400,000 over the life of the system.




Governor’s Weekly Message: Federal Agriculture Secretary Pledges Support to Delaware Farmers

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Date Posted: Friday, February 3, 2012

Governor Markell focuses on Delaware’s largest industry: agriculture. Delaware has 2,480 farms that cover more than 40% of Delaware, over 490,000 acres. Agriculture drives about $8 billion dollar of economic impact each year for Delaware.