Kent County farm honored as Delaware’s newest Century Farm
Department of Agriculture | Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, January 14, 2016
A Kent County farm founded before the First World War was recognized Thursday as Delaware’s newest Century Farm. The Thompson family, which owns a 77-acre farm near Hartly, was honored with the Century Farm Award at a ceremony at Delaware Ag Week at the State Fairgrounds in Harrington.
Governor Markell Statement on President Obama’s 2016 State of the Union
Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, January 12, 2016
Governor Markell issued the following statement in reaction to President Obama’s State of the Union address.
Labor Secretary John McMahon to Retire after Seven-Year Tenure
Department of Labor | Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, January 12, 2016
Having successfully led the Department of Labor’s efforts to support Delaware workers during one of the most challenging times in the state’s history, Secretary John McMahon announced that he would retire to spend more time with his family.
Delaware farmers’ markets sales set $3 million record
Department of Agriculture | Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, January 12, 2016
Delaware farmers’ markets broke through another record last year, surpassing $3 million in sales, demonstrating the continued interest in local foods and farm-fresh products.
Governor Announces Continued Growth in High School Students Taking College Courses
Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, January 12, 2016
Building on efforts to ensure all Delaware students graduate prepared to continue their education or start a career, the Governor announced that the number of high school students taking college-level classes before graduation is dramatically increasing for the second consecutive year.
