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Visionary Arts Leader Deborah F. Rutter to Headline 2025 Delaware Arts Summit

Commission for Women | Delaware Division of the Arts | Delaware Tourism Office | Department of State | Featured Posts | Government Information Center | Governor Matt Meyer | Historical and Cultural Affairs | Kent County | Lt. Governor Kyle Evans Gay | Mezzanine Gallery | New Castle County | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Office of the Lieutenant Governor | Sussex County | Date Posted: Wednesday, August 20, 2025

Statewide convening set for October 27 at the Hotel Du Pont to explore new ideas and practices in the arts   STATEWIDE (August 20, 2025) – The Delaware Division of the Arts is pleased to announce the return of the Delaware Arts Summit, taking place on Monday, October 27, 2025, at the historic Hotel Du […]




Gov. Meyer Lifts Delaware Drought Watch After 10 Months

Department of Agriculture | Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Water | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Monday, August 18, 2025

Acting on guidance from the State’s Water Supply Coordinating Council (WSCC) and the Governor’s Drought Response Committee, Governor Matt Meyer today lifted Delaware’s drought watch almost 10 months after it went into effect due to prolonged drought conditions brought on by low precipitation levels throughout the state in 2024.




Governor Meyer Signs House Bill 187 Legalizing Direct-to-Door Wine Shipments

Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, August 15, 2025

MARYDEL — Today, Governor Matt Meyer signed House Bill 187, ushering in Delaware’s first-ever legal framework allowing in- and out-of-state licensed wine producers to ship directly to residents. “By signing HB 187, we provide Delawareans with broader access to legally produced wines while ensuring strong safeguards for responsible delivery and age verification,” said Governor Meyer. “This […]




Governor Meyer Orders The Lowering Of Flags To Honor The Passing Of Former Governor Mike Castle

Flag Status | Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, August 14, 2025

To recognize former Governor Castle’s lifetime of service to the State of Delaware, Governor Meyer orders flags at all state-owned buildings and facilities to be flown at half-staff until sunset on Thursday, August 21. 




Governor Meyer Signs Senate Bill 4 Establishing an Inspector General’s Office

Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, August 14, 2025

WILMINGTON — Today, Governor Matt Meyer signed Senate Bill 4, creating a non‑partisan, independent Office of the Inspector General (OIG). The bill launches a new era in Delaware oversight and public accountability. “By establishing an independent watchdog with the authority to audit, investigate, and recommend reforms, we’re reinforcing our commitment to fiscal responsibility, rooting out […]







  Category: Office of the Governor

Visionary Arts Leader Deborah F. Rutter to Headline 2025 Delaware Arts Summit

Commission for Women | Delaware Division of the Arts | Delaware Tourism Office | Department of State | Featured Posts | Government Information Center | Governor Matt Meyer | Historical and Cultural Affairs | Kent County | Lt. Governor Kyle Evans Gay | Mezzanine Gallery | New Castle County | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Office of the Lieutenant Governor | Sussex County | Date Posted: Wednesday, August 20, 2025

Statewide convening set for October 27 at the Hotel Du Pont to explore new ideas and practices in the arts   STATEWIDE (August 20, 2025) – The Delaware Division of the Arts is pleased to announce the return of the Delaware Arts Summit, taking place on Monday, October 27, 2025, at the historic Hotel Du […]




Gov. Meyer Lifts Delaware Drought Watch After 10 Months

Department of Agriculture | Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Water | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Monday, August 18, 2025

Acting on guidance from the State’s Water Supply Coordinating Council (WSCC) and the Governor’s Drought Response Committee, Governor Matt Meyer today lifted Delaware’s drought watch almost 10 months after it went into effect due to prolonged drought conditions brought on by low precipitation levels throughout the state in 2024.




Governor Meyer Signs House Bill 187 Legalizing Direct-to-Door Wine Shipments

Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, August 15, 2025

MARYDEL — Today, Governor Matt Meyer signed House Bill 187, ushering in Delaware’s first-ever legal framework allowing in- and out-of-state licensed wine producers to ship directly to residents. “By signing HB 187, we provide Delawareans with broader access to legally produced wines while ensuring strong safeguards for responsible delivery and age verification,” said Governor Meyer. “This […]




Governor Meyer Orders The Lowering Of Flags To Honor The Passing Of Former Governor Mike Castle

Flag Status | Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, August 14, 2025

To recognize former Governor Castle’s lifetime of service to the State of Delaware, Governor Meyer orders flags at all state-owned buildings and facilities to be flown at half-staff until sunset on Thursday, August 21. 




Governor Meyer Signs Senate Bill 4 Establishing an Inspector General’s Office

Governor Matt Meyer | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, August 14, 2025

WILMINGTON — Today, Governor Matt Meyer signed Senate Bill 4, creating a non‑partisan, independent Office of the Inspector General (OIG). The bill launches a new era in Delaware oversight and public accountability. “By establishing an independent watchdog with the authority to audit, investigate, and recommend reforms, we’re reinforcing our commitment to fiscal responsibility, rooting out […]