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Delaware Division of the Arts Announces 12 Finalists for Delaware’s 2025 Poetry Out Loud State Finals

Delaware Division of the Arts | Department of Education | Department of State | Governor Matt Meyer | Kent County | Lt. Governor Kyle Evans Gay | New Castle County | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Office of the Lieutenant Governor | Sussex County | Date Posted: Wednesday, January 22, 2025

Twelve students to compete to advance to the National Finals in Washington, DC   Wilmington, Del. (January 22, 2025) – Delaware’s Poetry Out Loud State Finals returns to the Smyrna Opera House on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at 6:00pm. Twelve student finalists will compete for the opportunity to represent Delaware and advance to the National […]




Governor Matt Meyer Signs First Executive Order

Governor Matt Meyer | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, January 21, 2025

WILMINGTON – Today, in his first executive action as Governor of Delaware, Governor Matt Meyer signed Executive Order #1, ordering state agencies to prioritize the development of youth apprenticeship programs across the state. Led by the Delaware Department of Education, Executive Order #1 establishes a statewide working group consisting of at least 15 members from […]




Governor Matthew S. Meyer’s Inaugural Address as Prepared

Governor Matt Meyer | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, January 21, 2025

DOVER– Today, following his swearing-in as the 76th Governor of Delaware, Governor Matthew S. Meyer delivered his inaugural address in a ceremony held at the William B. DeLauder Education and Humanities Theatre at Delaware State University. The following is the address as prepared: INAUGURAL ADDRESS Good morning, everyone! Good morning, Delaware! Thank you so much […]




Matthew S. Meyer Sworn-in as the 76th Governor of the State of Delaware

Governor Matt Meyer | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, January 21, 2025

DOVER– Today, Matthew S. Meyer was officially sworn in as the 76th Governor of Delaware, marking the beginning of a new chapter in the state’s history. In a ceremony held at the William B. DeLauder Education and Humanities Theatre at Delaware State University, Governor Meyer took the oath of office, pledging to build a Delaware […]




Governor-Elect Meyer Nominates Adjutant General Of The Delaware National Guard

Governor Matt Meyer | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Monday, January 20, 2025

WILMINGTON– Today, Governor-elect Matt Meyer announced the nomination of Brigadier General James Benson as the new Adjutant General of the Delaware National Guard. The nomination follows a thorough review process and is a key step in ensuring the continued safety, security, and readiness of Delaware’s military and emergency response capabilities. “Brigadier General James Benson has […]







  Category: Office of the Governor

Delaware Division of the Arts Announces 12 Finalists for Delaware’s 2025 Poetry Out Loud State Finals

Delaware Division of the Arts | Department of Education | Department of State | Governor Matt Meyer | Kent County | Lt. Governor Kyle Evans Gay | New Castle County | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Office of the Lieutenant Governor | Sussex County | Date Posted: Wednesday, January 22, 2025

Twelve students to compete to advance to the National Finals in Washington, DC   Wilmington, Del. (January 22, 2025) – Delaware’s Poetry Out Loud State Finals returns to the Smyrna Opera House on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at 6:00pm. Twelve student finalists will compete for the opportunity to represent Delaware and advance to the National […]




Governor Matt Meyer Signs First Executive Order

Governor Matt Meyer | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, January 21, 2025

WILMINGTON – Today, in his first executive action as Governor of Delaware, Governor Matt Meyer signed Executive Order #1, ordering state agencies to prioritize the development of youth apprenticeship programs across the state. Led by the Delaware Department of Education, Executive Order #1 establishes a statewide working group consisting of at least 15 members from […]




Governor Matthew S. Meyer’s Inaugural Address as Prepared

Governor Matt Meyer | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, January 21, 2025

DOVER– Today, following his swearing-in as the 76th Governor of Delaware, Governor Matthew S. Meyer delivered his inaugural address in a ceremony held at the William B. DeLauder Education and Humanities Theatre at Delaware State University. The following is the address as prepared: INAUGURAL ADDRESS Good morning, everyone! Good morning, Delaware! Thank you so much […]




Matthew S. Meyer Sworn-in as the 76th Governor of the State of Delaware

Governor Matt Meyer | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, January 21, 2025

DOVER– Today, Matthew S. Meyer was officially sworn in as the 76th Governor of Delaware, marking the beginning of a new chapter in the state’s history. In a ceremony held at the William B. DeLauder Education and Humanities Theatre at Delaware State University, Governor Meyer took the oath of office, pledging to build a Delaware […]




Governor-Elect Meyer Nominates Adjutant General Of The Delaware National Guard

Governor Matt Meyer | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Monday, January 20, 2025

WILMINGTON– Today, Governor-elect Matt Meyer announced the nomination of Brigadier General James Benson as the new Adjutant General of the Delaware National Guard. The nomination follows a thorough review process and is a key step in ensuring the continued safety, security, and readiness of Delaware’s military and emergency response capabilities. “Brigadier General James Benson has […]