Delaware Independent

28/07/2022

A message from editor Andrew Sharp:

Thanks to everyone who followed the Independent over the past year. Now that we've shut down, this page will go dormant. I've gotten a number of messages from readers wondering what's next for me. I'm not sure yet, but if you want to find out when I do, you can follow my professional page here: https://www.facebook.com/andrewsharp201

Thanks again to everyone who supported this project!

27/07/2022

Thanks so much to everyone who has supported the Delaware Independent over the past year. Sadly, this morning's story was our last feature article as the Independent is shutting down as of today. You can read more about the reasons for this here.

Almost a year ago, the Delaware Independent launched with a mission: Bring quality local news coverage to southern Delaware, especially in areas that don’t get a lot of attention from other papers. I think we met that goal, although you can judge for yourself. What we did not do

27/07/2022

Southern Delaware is full of interesting and surprising people and places. This is just one example.

Every morning, the goldfinches and bluebirds come visit the lush meadow wildflowers. They are among the many birds and visitors to the Delaware Botanic Gardens at Pepper Creek east of Dagsboro. The lush meadow, shrubs, trees, bulbs and mature hardwoods lining this tributary of the Indian River inclu...

25/07/2022

So houses are too expensive for many people in southern Delaware. Is making them super small a good solution?

Minimal. Like one-word ledes, the tiny home movement aims to get right down to the essentials. Some want a cute, sleek bonsai house they can show off on Instagram, some want to live without so much stuff encumbering their lives, and others see a way to ease the housing crisis.

25/07/2022

When Marsha Carter learned that her son was having difficulties at school and needed an Individualized Educational Plan, she felt immediately overwhelmed. But she found she was not alone.

The Parent Information Center of Delaware helps navigate education and health care concerns.

25/07/2022

The last native speaker of the Nanticoke tongue died more than 150 years ago. Can this language be restored?

The Nanticoke Nation is an integral part of life in Sussex County. Based in the Oak Orchard and Riverdale area near the Indian River, the Nanticoke tribe's influence includes a popular powwow every September, the Nanticoke Indian Association and the Nanticoke Indian Museum. Members of the Nanticoke....

25/07/2022

This is by far the most difficult post I have had to share. This evening our Dad, boss, mentor, best friend, and prayer partner was welcomed into his eternal home with Jesus. Our hearts are aching, but we are rejoicing for him. He is no longer suffering, but reunited with Mom, the love of his life.

I feel like there is so much to say, but right now, I am at a loss for words.

He didn’t just love what he did, he loved who he did it for. I hope each one of you know how much he loved and appreciated you.

Matt and I would like to thank all of our friends/customers for the outpouring of love and prayers the past few weeks.

Miss and love you so much Dad!! 💔

15/07/2022

It's Friday! In our newsletter this week, read about a NASA astrophysicist with Seaford roots, a diner possibly coming to Greenwood and more.

In this week's newsletter: A downstate native makes an impact at NASA, a meadery is coming to downtown Seaford, and other local events and happenings.

13/07/2022

Demand is sky high for housing that working people can afford. So what's keeping builders from meeting that demand?

The critical shortage of affordable housing in southern Delaware prompts a simple question: Why not get busy building more, as soon as possible? After all, the demand is there, so why don’t builders meet it? As usually happens with simple questions, the answer isn’t so easy. Those who

11/07/2022

When it comes to education, the effects of the pandemic will likely be felt for some time. But local educators have hope that things are improving going into next school year.

Veteran middle school teacher Giffin Bowen has learned ways to defuse classroom tension. When kids get their phones out, for example, he tries not to make it a big issue but just makes them put the phone away. If they refuse instructions in situations like that, he’ll give them

08/07/2022

Catch up on the week's news from southern Delaware, and find out how to help the environment by eating delicious fish.

In this week's newsletter: All the fish you can catch, new leadership on local school boards, help with the cost of solar panels and more.

06/07/2022

ICYMI: The meeting tonight on the library tax district has been moved to the library.

*****Please see change of location in the information below**** Thank you