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Women’s History Month programs to be featured at Dover, Del.’s John Dickinson Plantation in March 2015

Historical and Cultural Affairs | Kent County | Newsroom | Date Posted: Wednesday, March 4, 2015

During the month of March 2015, the home of the “Penman of the Revolution” will present five special programs that explore different aspects of everyday life as it would have been lived during the 18th century when John Dickinson owned the property.




Twenty-one State Employees and their Family Members Awarded Art Honors

Delaware Division of the Arts | Delaware Health and Social Services | Department of Correction | Department of Education | Department of Labor | Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Public Health | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Sussex County | Date Posted: Tuesday, March 3, 2015

The Awards Show and Closing Reception will be held at Delaware State University’s Arts Center/Gallery on March 14, 2015, 1-3 p.m. Secretary of State Jeffrey W. Bullock and Division of the Arts Deputy Director Kristin Pleasanton will preside at the Awards Ceremony.




Statement by Governor Markell on University of Delaware President Patrick Harker’s Departure

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Monday, March 2, 2015

Governor Markell issued the following statement in response to the announcement that University of Delaware President Patrick T. Harker will step down from his position at UD to become President and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia on July 1, 2015.




Governor Markell highlights Delaware’s significant progress in addressing climate change, announces new Climate Framework

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Monday, March 2, 2015

At the American Birding Association Headquarters in Delaware City, Governor Jack Markell highlighted Delaware’s historic success in preparing the state for emerging climate impacts and announced a new Climate Framework for Delaware.




Governor’s Weekly Message Transcript: Supporting Supplier Diversity to Encourage Increased Business Growth

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Date Posted: Friday, February 27, 2015

Entrepreneurs and small businesses are a key part of Delaware’s overall economic success. Our supplier diversity community is no exception. It’s why we’re committed to providing them with the supportive environment they need to thrive – and our ongoing efforts reflect that. Executive Order 44, signed last spring, ensures businesses owned by individuals with disabilities and certain small businesses are able to successfully compete for state contracts as certified diverse suppliers.







  Category: Newsroom

Women’s History Month programs to be featured at Dover, Del.’s John Dickinson Plantation in March 2015

Historical and Cultural Affairs | Kent County | Newsroom | Date Posted: Wednesday, March 4, 2015

During the month of March 2015, the home of the “Penman of the Revolution” will present five special programs that explore different aspects of everyday life as it would have been lived during the 18th century when John Dickinson owned the property.




Twenty-one State Employees and their Family Members Awarded Art Honors

Delaware Division of the Arts | Delaware Health and Social Services | Department of Correction | Department of Education | Department of Labor | Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Public Health | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Sussex County | Date Posted: Tuesday, March 3, 2015

The Awards Show and Closing Reception will be held at Delaware State University’s Arts Center/Gallery on March 14, 2015, 1-3 p.m. Secretary of State Jeffrey W. Bullock and Division of the Arts Deputy Director Kristin Pleasanton will preside at the Awards Ceremony.




Statement by Governor Markell on University of Delaware President Patrick Harker’s Departure

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Monday, March 2, 2015

Governor Markell issued the following statement in response to the announcement that University of Delaware President Patrick T. Harker will step down from his position at UD to become President and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia on July 1, 2015.




Governor Markell highlights Delaware’s significant progress in addressing climate change, announces new Climate Framework

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Monday, March 2, 2015

At the American Birding Association Headquarters in Delaware City, Governor Jack Markell highlighted Delaware’s historic success in preparing the state for emerging climate impacts and announced a new Climate Framework for Delaware.




Governor’s Weekly Message Transcript: Supporting Supplier Diversity to Encourage Increased Business Growth

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Date Posted: Friday, February 27, 2015

Entrepreneurs and small businesses are a key part of Delaware’s overall economic success. Our supplier diversity community is no exception. It’s why we’re committed to providing them with the supportive environment they need to thrive – and our ongoing efforts reflect that. Executive Order 44, signed last spring, ensures businesses owned by individuals with disabilities and certain small businesses are able to successfully compete for state contracts as certified diverse suppliers.