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GACEC Annual Disability History and Awareness Month Poster Contest

Governor's Advisory Council for Exceptional Citizens | News | Date Posted: Monday, October 2, 2023

Governor Markell signed House Bill 123 on August 17, 2011, which designated October as Disability History and Awareness Month in Delaware. The bill encourages school districts across Delaware to implement activities to observe Disability History and Awareness Month. A number of districts and charter schools across the State have participated in the past by putting […]




Secretary of State Renews Emergency Order Placing Xylazine in Schedule III

Department of State | Division of Professional Regulation | News | Date Posted: Monday, October 2, 2023

Pursuant to 29 Del.C. §10119(3), Delaware Secretary of State Jeff Bullock has renewed an Emergency Order placing xylazine, also known as “Tranq”, temporarily in Schedule III in the state of Delaware. The Emergency Order took effect June 2, 2023, and was effective 120 days. The public threat posed by xylazine continues. Therefore, the renewal of […]




Five Dynamic Speakers Announced for 2023 Delaware Arts Summit

Delaware Division of the Arts | Department of State | Governor John Carney | Kent County | Lt. Governor Bethany Hall-Long | New Castle County | News | Sussex County | Date Posted: Monday, October 2, 2023

STATEWIDE, Del. (September 29, 2023) – The 2023 Delaware Arts Summit proudly presents an exceptional lineup of speakers who will inspire and enlighten 200 attendees. This year’s summit, taking place on October 9, promises to be a gathering of visionaries and enthusiasts in the arts and culture sector. With a focus on innovation, collaboration, and […]




Delaware Division of the Arts presents “Transcending Love” by B. Proud – Opens October 6

News | Date Posted: Monday, October 2, 2023

Wilmington, Del. (October 2, 2023) – The Delaware Division of the Arts’ Mezzanine Gallery presents Wilmington resident and 2023 Master Fellow B. Proud’s exhibition, “Transcending Love,” on view between October 6-27, 2023.  “Transcending Love: Portraits of Transgender and Gender Nonconforming Couples and Families” offers a glimpse into the relationships of transgender, non-binary, and gender nonconforming […]




Governor Carney Orders Lowering of Flags

Flag Status | Governor John Carney | News | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, September 29, 2023

In accordance with President Biden’s order and as a mark of respect for the memory of U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein, Governor John Carney has ordered both the U.S. and Delaware flags at state buildings and facilities to be flown at half-staff effective immediately. Flags are to be returned to full staff at sunset on the day of Senator Feinstein’s interment.







  Category: News

GACEC Annual Disability History and Awareness Month Poster Contest

Governor's Advisory Council for Exceptional Citizens | News | Date Posted: Monday, October 2, 2023

Governor Markell signed House Bill 123 on August 17, 2011, which designated October as Disability History and Awareness Month in Delaware. The bill encourages school districts across Delaware to implement activities to observe Disability History and Awareness Month. A number of districts and charter schools across the State have participated in the past by putting […]




Secretary of State Renews Emergency Order Placing Xylazine in Schedule III

Department of State | Division of Professional Regulation | News | Date Posted: Monday, October 2, 2023

Pursuant to 29 Del.C. §10119(3), Delaware Secretary of State Jeff Bullock has renewed an Emergency Order placing xylazine, also known as “Tranq”, temporarily in Schedule III in the state of Delaware. The Emergency Order took effect June 2, 2023, and was effective 120 days. The public threat posed by xylazine continues. Therefore, the renewal of […]




Five Dynamic Speakers Announced for 2023 Delaware Arts Summit

Delaware Division of the Arts | Department of State | Governor John Carney | Kent County | Lt. Governor Bethany Hall-Long | New Castle County | News | Sussex County | Date Posted: Monday, October 2, 2023

STATEWIDE, Del. (September 29, 2023) – The 2023 Delaware Arts Summit proudly presents an exceptional lineup of speakers who will inspire and enlighten 200 attendees. This year’s summit, taking place on October 9, promises to be a gathering of visionaries and enthusiasts in the arts and culture sector. With a focus on innovation, collaboration, and […]




Delaware Division of the Arts presents “Transcending Love” by B. Proud – Opens October 6

News | Date Posted: Monday, October 2, 2023

Wilmington, Del. (October 2, 2023) – The Delaware Division of the Arts’ Mezzanine Gallery presents Wilmington resident and 2023 Master Fellow B. Proud’s exhibition, “Transcending Love,” on view between October 6-27, 2023.  “Transcending Love: Portraits of Transgender and Gender Nonconforming Couples and Families” offers a glimpse into the relationships of transgender, non-binary, and gender nonconforming […]




Governor Carney Orders Lowering of Flags

Flag Status | Governor John Carney | News | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, September 29, 2023

In accordance with President Biden’s order and as a mark of respect for the memory of U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein, Governor John Carney has ordered both the U.S. and Delaware flags at state buildings and facilities to be flown at half-staff effective immediately. Flags are to be returned to full staff at sunset on the day of Senator Feinstein’s interment.