Wed, 16 May 2012 22:00:03 EDTState of Delaware Governmenthttp://www.delaware.govhttp://www.delaware.gov/egov/portal.nsf/allfiles/images/$file/title-stateofdelaware.gifhttp://www.delaware.goven-usgic@delaware.gov (Government Information Center)Participate in the 2012 National Historic Landmarks Photo ContestLast month on Flickr, the National Park Service launched its 2012 National Historic Landmarks Photo Contest. Some impressive images have trickled into the album from historic sites and talented artists from across the country, but Delaware has yet to make so much as a ripple in the pool of contenders! Naturally… we feel compelled to [...]http://history.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/05/16/2012nationalhistoriclandmarksphotocontest/[read more]May 16thWed, 16 May 2012 EDT2012-05-16T17:10:53-04:00Delaware Historical and Cultural Affairs Blog Blog http://history.blogs.delaware.govhttp://history.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2012/02/HCABlog50px.jpgFishing Report for May16th (2012)Fishing is picking up all along the region and for different species. Rockfish are coming from the jetty rocks, as well as Hickory shad and Tog. Off the beach there are some Rockfish and Bluefish for the inshore angler and the surf fisherman. Also Inshore Anglers are still getting Tog from inshore reefs and wrecks. [...]http://indianrivermarina.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/05/16/fishing-report-for-may16th-2012/[read more]May 16thWed, 16 May 2012 EDT2012-05-16T15:32:09-04:00Indian River Marina Blog http://indianrivermarina.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_irmarina.jpgMay 16, 1862: As Good Blood As Any ManCyrus reported that Col. Wharton would inspect his battalion every day going forward. He also relayed the story of one nervous Confederate soldier from the Baltimore riot, April 19, 1861.http://cyrusforwood.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/05/16/as-good-blood-as-any-man/[read more]May 16thWed, 16 May 2012 EDT2012-05-16T14:30:10-04:00Cyrus Forwood - Diary of a Delaware Soldier in the American Civil War Blog http://cyrusforwood.blogs.delaware.govhttp://cyrusforwood.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2011/09/cyrus.jpgEvents Around Delaware for the Weekend of 05/18/12 - 05/20/12Here are just a few of the events happening around Delaware this weekend! Plus, check out our latest blog post on shopping for local delicacies at Delaware Farmers’ Market at: http://ow.ly/aXDxh.  Wilmington Grand Prix May 18 - 20, [...]http://www.visitdelaware.com/blog/index.cfm/2012/5/16/Events-Around-Delaware-for-the-Weekend-of-051812--052012/[read more]May 16thWed, 16 May 2012 EDT2012-05-16T11:05:48-04:00Delaware Tourism Blog Blog http://www.visitdelaware.com/blog/http://www.visitdelaware.com/includes/images/assets/blog_feed_logo.jpgIndian River Inlet Bridge – Update   ’On Sunday, May 6, over 2,000 people joined DelDOT Secretary Shailen Bhatt to celebrate the history and the future of the Charles W. Cullen Bridge at the Indian River Inlet.  The history of this location is one of several different bridges, an ever-changing environment, and the emergence of Delaware as one of the east coast’s premier resort [...]http://blogs.deldot.gov/2012/05/15/indian-river-inlet-bridge-%e2%80%93-update-8/[read more]May 15thTue, 15 May 2012 EDT2012-05-15T07:49:46-04:00DelDOT Blogs Blog http://blogs.deldot.govhttp://profile.ak.fbcdn.net/hprofile-ak-snc4/hs333.snc4/41789_163083853706553_6186_n.jpgRoute 54 Project – UpdatesIt was a very productive week on the Route 54 construction project this past week, as crews were able to complete the final lift of asphalt, completing the mainline and several turn lanes. On Sunday, May 6 and Monday May 7, crews paved both the eastbound and westbound lanes of the project including all through [...]http://blogs.deldot.gov/2012/05/11/route-54-project-%e2%80%93-updates-9/[read more]May 11thFri, 11 May 2012 EDT2012-05-11T14:42:26-04:00DelDOT Blogs Blog http://blogs.deldot.govhttp://profile.ak.fbcdn.net/hprofile-ak-snc4/hs333.snc4/41789_163083853706553_6186_n.jpgShop for local delicacies at Delaware Farmers? Markets!Tis the season for fresh fruit and produce! Farmers’ Markets are sprouting up all around Delaware and are ready to offer visitors farm fresh products plus, unique locally and homemade items including artwork, quilts and much more.    [...]http://www.visitdelaware.com/blog/index.cfm/2012/5/11/Shop-for-local-delicacies-at-Delaware-Farmers-Markets/[read more]May 11thFri, 11 May 2012 EDT2012-05-11T09:05:00-04:00Delaware Tourism Blog Blog http://www.visitdelaware.com/blog/http://www.visitdelaware.com/includes/images/assets/blog_feed_logo.jpgShop for local delicacies at Delaware Farmers? Markets!Tis the season for fresh fruit and produce! Farmers’ Markets are sprouting up all around Delaware and are ready to offer visitors farm fresh products plus, unique locally and homemade items including artwork, quilts and much more.    [...]http://www.visitdelaware.com/blog/index.cfm/2012/5/11/Shop-for-local-delicacies-at-Delaware-Farmers-Markets/[read more]May 11thFri, 11 May 2012 EDT2012-05-11T09:05:00-04:00Delaware Tourism Blog Blog http://www.visitdelaware.com/blog/http://www.visitdelaware.com/includes/images/assets/blog_feed_logo.jpgFishing Report for May 10th (2012)Fishing continues to be picking up in the Indian River Inlet area, both from shore and from boats. More and More boats are getting launched and put into their slips and the launching ramp is seeing more trailer boats leaving for daily trips. Along the Rip Rap anglers are fishing both day and at night for [...]http://indianrivermarina.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/05/10/fishing-report-for-may-10th-2012/[read more]May 10thThu, 10 May 2012 EDT2012-05-10T15:12:33-04:00Indian River Marina Blog http://indianrivermarina.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_irmarina.jpgMay 10: A Sketch of Some OfficersDiary Entry: Last Monday 34 guns were fired here in honor of the capture of Yorktown. Since Monday we have received more cheering news. I think those who have doubted the skill and ability of little “Mac” now have sufficient cause to change their opinions concerning him. Feeling somewhat inclined to write tonight I will [...]http://cyrusforwood.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/05/10/a-sketch/[read more]May 10thThu, 10 May 2012 EDT2012-05-10T14:44:17-04:00Cyrus Forwood - Diary of a Delaware Soldier in the American Civil War Blog http://cyrusforwood.blogs.delaware.govhttp://cyrusforwood.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2011/09/cyrus.jpgScientist Log #6: You are never too old to play in the mud!Have you ever wondered what the marsh was like many years ago? Probably not, but we (scientists) have a way of determining how much sediment has been collected on the marsh surface over long periods of time (also known as accretion). Recently, we collected three sediment cores within the St. Jones Reserve as part of [...]http://dnerr.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/05/10/scientist-log-6-you-are-never-too-old-to-play-in-the-mud/[read more]May 10thThu, 10 May 2012 EDT2012-05-10T11:09:59-04:00Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve (DNERR) Blog http://dnerr.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_dnerr.jpgGuest Post: Susan Cycyk, Children’s Mental Health Matters’Today more than 1,100 communities across the country will join forces to celebrate National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day.http://governor.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/05/09/guest-post-susan-cycyk-children%e2%80%99s-mental-health-matters/[read more]May 09thWed, 09 May 2012 EDT2012-05-09T06:55:28-04:00Governor's Blog Blog http://governor.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_gov.jpgGuest Post: Secretary Shailen Bhatt, Coastal Treasure Shines Again’This past Sunday, we celebrated the rich history and bright future of the Charles W. Cullen Bridge at the Indian River Inlet. Its history includes different bridge designs over the course of several decades, an ever-changing physical environment and the emergence of Delaware as one of the east coast’s premier resort locations. Its future will work to enhance its status as a treasure of the Delaware coast.http://governor.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/05/08/guest-post-secretary-shailen-bhatt-coastal-treasure-shines-again/[read more]May 08thTue, 08 May 2012 EDT2012-05-08T10:01:29-04:00Governor's Blog Blog http://governor.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_gov.jpgDover Days 2012Dover Days 2012, a set on Flickr. We hope everyone enjoyed the 79th Annual Dover Days celebration! Check out some of these photos from around The Green taken on Saturday, May 5th.http://history.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/05/07/dover-days-2012/[read more]May 07thMon, 07 May 2012 EDT2012-05-07T18:47:04-04:00Delaware Historical and Cultural Affairs Blog Blog http://history.blogs.delaware.govhttp://history.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2012/02/HCABlog50px.jpgMay 6, 1862: New PantsDiary Entry: Broke the tube out of my new rifle this morning. Last Friday we received new regulation pants. They are Sky Blue. See the scanned diary page. http://cyrusforwood.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/05/06/new-pants/[read more]May 06thSun, 06 May 2012 EDT2012-05-06T13:10:13-04:00Cyrus Forwood - Diary of a Delaware Soldier in the American Civil War Blog http://cyrusforwood.blogs.delaware.govhttp://cyrusforwood.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2011/09/cyrus.jpgEvents Around Delaware for the Weekend of 05/11/12 - 05/13/12Here are just a few of the events happening around Delaware this weekend! Plus, enter for your chance to win a private tour of the “Uncorked! Wine, Objects & Tradition” exhibit at Winterthur Museum and Gardens for up to six [...]http://www.visitdelaware.com/blog/index.cfm/2012/5/5/Events-Around-Delaware-for-the-Weekend-of-051112--051312/[read more]May 05thSat, 05 May 2012 EDT2012-05-05T16:05:09-04:00Delaware Tourism Blog Blog http://www.visitdelaware.com/blog/http://www.visitdelaware.com/includes/images/assets/blog_feed_logo.jpgMay 5: New RifleCyrus exchanged his musket for an Austrian rifle.http://cyrusforwood.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/05/05/new-rifle/[read more]May 05thSat, 05 May 2012 EDT2012-05-05T11:46:57-04:00Cyrus Forwood - Diary of a Delaware Soldier in the American Civil War Blog http://cyrusforwood.blogs.delaware.govhttp://cyrusforwood.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2011/09/cyrus.jpgRoute 54 Project Update    DelDOT wishes to note that there was an unexpected lane closure to allow for the installation of a pipe at the east end of the job.  That lane closure should be pulled up by 2pm at the latest.   DelDOT appreciates hearing from business owners about this issue, and will handle it accordingly with the contractor.  [...]http://blogs.deldot.gov/2012/05/04/route-54-project-update/[read more]May 04thFri, 04 May 2012 EDT2012-05-04T15:13:58-04:00DelDOT Blogs Blog http://blogs.deldot.govhttp://profile.ak.fbcdn.net/hprofile-ak-snc4/hs333.snc4/41789_163083853706553_6186_n.jpgA Newly Revamped Public Meeting CalendarThe State of Delaware has launched a new, modern Public Meeting Calendar that lists public meetings, hearings and workshops of state agencies.http://spotlight.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/05/04/revamped-public-calendar/[read more]May 04thFri, 04 May 2012 EDT2012-05-04T14:49:31-04:00Spotlight Online Blog http://spotlight.blogs.delaware.govhttp://spotlight.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2010/08/GIC_logo.gifSTEM Education Provides Competitive Edge to DE Youth–––During some particularly challenging times these last few years, our state has made clear – again and again – that whether it was meeting the challenge of the federal race to the top contest, trying to reopen the shuttered refinery at Delaware City, tackling rapidly rising pension and health care costs, or putting our state back on the path to financial stability – our model has always been that Delawareans come together to fight alongside each other for things that matter.http://governor.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/05/04/stem-education-provides-competitive-edge-to-de-youth/[read more]May 04thFri, 04 May 2012 EDT2012-05-04T12:50:01-04:00Governor's Blog Blog http://governor.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_gov.jpgMay 3, 1862: PromotionCyrus was promoted from corporal to 5th Sergeant in early May 1862.http://cyrusforwood.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/05/03/promotion/[read more]May 03rdThu, 03 May 2012 EDT2012-05-03T15:31:36-04:00Cyrus Forwood - Diary of a Delaware Soldier in the American Civil War Blog http://cyrusforwood.blogs.delaware.govhttp://cyrusforwood.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2011/09/cyrus.jpgRoute 54 Project – Updates  May 3, 2012 – Progress continued on the Route 54 construction project this past week, as crews were able to complete the second lift of asphalt.  We wanted to start the final lift of pavement this week as well, but intermittent showers made the operation tentative.  We typically will not start paving the surface course [...]http://blogs.deldot.gov/2012/05/03/route-54-project-%e2%80%93-updates-8/[read more]May 03rdThu, 03 May 2012 EDT2012-05-03T13:54:56-04:00DelDOT Blogs Blog http://blogs.deldot.govhttp://profile.ak.fbcdn.net/hprofile-ak-snc4/hs333.snc4/41789_163083853706553_6186_n.jpgIn Honor of our Fallen Officers’’’ ’I was given the honor of speaking at today’s memorial to the state’s fallen law enforcement officers, across Legislative Mall from the state’s law enforcement memorial monument.  Here are the remarks I shared with the fallen officers’ families and with hundreds of officers from departments throughout the state. We gather today to pay tribute to [...]http://mattdenn.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/05/02/in-honor-of-our-fallen-officers/[read more]May 02ndWed, 02 May 2012 EDT2012-05-02T14:12:57-04:00Lieutenant Governor's Blog Blog http://mattdenn.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_ltgov.jpgAnd They’re Off!!!  With all the excitement about the Kentucky Derby, we had some people stop by to see if we had anything relating to thoroughbred racing in Delaware.  They loved looking at all the old photographs from Delaware Park.  They reviewed state reports, administrative files from the Department of Agriculture on the Thoroughbred Racing Commission and scrapbooks [...]http://archives.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/05/02/and-theyre-off/[read more]May 02ndWed, 02 May 2012 EDT2012-05-02T11:11:57-04:00Delaware Public Archives Blog Blog http://archives.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_archives.jpgEvents Around Delaware for the Weekend of 05/04/12 to 05/06/12Here are just a few of the events happening around Delaware this weekend! Plus, enter for your chance to win a private tour of the “Uncorked! Wine, Objects & Tradition” exhibit at Winterthur Museum and Gardens for up to six peopl [...]http://www.visitdelaware.com/blog/index.cfm/2012/5/2/Events-Around-Delaware-for-the-Weekend-of-050412-to-050612/[read more]May 02ndWed, 02 May 2012 EDT2012-05-02T05:05:01-04:00Delaware Tourism Blog Blog http://www.visitdelaware.com/blog/http://www.visitdelaware.com/includes/images/assets/blog_feed_logo.jpgDelaware Public Archives to Feature Tour and Display of Dover Photographs  “”If you were born, married, or attended public school in Delaware, eventually the Delaware Public Archives will have a record of you. As part of the Dover Days celebration, the staff of the Delaware Public Archives will conduct a tour of the facility on Saturday, May 5, at 1:30 p.m.   This annual “behind the scenes” [...]http://archives.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/04/30/delaware-public-archives-to-feature-tour-and-display-of-dover-photographs/[read more]Apr 30thMon, 30 Apr 2012 EDT2012-04-30T15:18:51-04:00Delaware Public Archives Blog Blog http://archives.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_archives.jpgFishing Report for April 30th (2012)Fish are reported being caught from the Inlet, Back Bays, Inshore Boats and from the surf. The water has cleared from the storms of a week ago which has increased the fish being caught. In the Inlet, Anglers are catching Rockfish from the Rip Rap along the North side of the Inlet, along with some Tog [...]http://indianrivermarina.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/04/30/fishing-report-for-april-30th-2012/[read more]Apr 30thMon, 30 Apr 2012 EDT2012-04-30T14:10:22-04:00Indian River Marina Blog http://indianrivermarina.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_irmarina.jpgElkton Road Construction – Updates     Greggo & Ferrara will continue to grade for curb and sidewalk followed by placement of curb and sidewalk from Lincoln Dr to Veterans Dr with flagger controlled intermittent lane closures. Drainage pipe installation will continue on Apple Rd followed by Verizon underground duct relocation; this work is behind the PCC barrier placed for the southbound Apple Rd closure. Intersection reconstruction [...]http://blogs.deldot.gov/2012/04/30/elkton-road-construction-updates/[read more]Apr 30thMon, 30 Apr 2012 EDT2012-04-30T09:39:20-04:00DelDOT Blogs Blog http://blogs.deldot.govhttp://profile.ak.fbcdn.net/hprofile-ak-snc4/hs333.snc4/41789_163083853706553_6186_n.jpgApril 28, 1862: William Mahan Shot in Arm Diary Entry: William Mahan “A” Co. shot in the arm whilst attempting to cross the line of sentinels. See the scanned diary page. More Information: According to the Delaware Compiled Service Records, William Mahan enlisted in the 2nd Delaware Regiment, Company A as a Private on May 21, 1861, in Dover, DE. He was 33 years [...]http://cyrusforwood.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/04/28/william-mahan-shot-in-arm/[read more]Apr 28thSat, 28 Apr 2012 EDT2012-04-28T12:35:48-04:00Cyrus Forwood - Diary of a Delaware Soldier in the American Civil War Blog http://cyrusforwood.blogs.delaware.govhttp://cyrusforwood.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2011/09/cyrus.jpgApril 25, 1862: Received PayDiary Entry: Recieved $26.00 pay to March 1st 62. See the scanned diary page. The April 25, 1862, issue of the Delaware State Journal and Statesman made note of a practice of attempting to defraud the U.S. Treasury by tearing U. S. Treasury notes and suggested the best way to handle said notes: The practice [...]http://cyrusforwood.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/04/27/received-pay/[read more]Apr 27thFri, 27 Apr 2012 EDT2012-04-27T16:35:39-04:00Cyrus Forwood - Diary of a Delaware Soldier in the American Civil War Blog http://cyrusforwood.blogs.delaware.govhttp://cyrusforwood.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2011/09/cyrus.jpgGot Drugs? Turn Them InDelaware is partnering with the Drug Enforcement Agency to sponsor National Take-Back Prescription Drug Day this Saturday, April 28, as a convenient, safe way to dramatically reduce the amount of expired and unused drugs in our medicine cabinets and in our homes.http://governor.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/04/27/drug-take-back-day/[read more]Apr 27thFri, 27 Apr 2012 EDT2012-04-27T16:12:29-04:00Governor's Blog Blog http://governor.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_gov.jpgRoute 54 Project – Updates April 26, 2012 – DelDOT is making good progress on the Route 54 construction project, despite a few rain days during the week of April 18-April 26.  The contractor is continuing to work on installing the three lifts of asphalt pavement. On the north side of the project, the first lift has been completed, and [...]http://blogs.deldot.gov/2012/04/27/route-54-project-%e2%80%93-updates-7/[read more]Apr 27thFri, 27 Apr 2012 EDT2012-04-27T10:12:54-04:00DelDOT Blogs Blog http://blogs.deldot.govhttp://profile.ak.fbcdn.net/hprofile-ak-snc4/hs333.snc4/41789_163083853706553_6186_n.jpgCongratulations, Delaware, It’s a New PortalThe delaware.gov state web portal has been redesigned and refreshed. We think we made it better.http://spotlight.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/04/27/congratulations-delaware-its-a-new-portal/[read more]Apr 27thFri, 27 Apr 2012 EDT2012-04-27T09:30:05-04:00Spotlight Online Blog http://spotlight.blogs.delaware.govhttp://spotlight.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2010/08/GIC_logo.gifOpen for Business: Delaware City (Video)Nestled along the waterfront in New Castle County, Delaware City is a historic community filled with delicious restaurants, one-of-a-kind shops and ghostly haunts! From the exciting fireworks of Delaware City Day to kayaking the scenic waterways, th [...]http://www.visitdelaware.com/blog/index.cfm/2012/4/27/Open-for-Business-Delaware-City-Video/[read more]Apr 27thFri, 27 Apr 2012 EDT2012-04-27T04:04:16-04:00Delaware Tourism Blog Blog http://www.visitdelaware.com/blog/http://www.visitdelaware.com/includes/images/assets/blog_feed_logo.jpgOpen for Business: Delaware City (Video)Nestled along the waterfront in New Castle County, Delaware City is a historic community filled with delicious restaurants, one-of-a-kind shops and ghostly haunts! From the exciting fireworks of Delaware City Day to kayaking the scenic waterways, th [...]http://www.visitdelaware.com/blog/index.cfm/2012/4/27/Open-for-Business-Delaware-City-Video/[read more]Apr 27thFri, 27 Apr 2012 EDT2012-04-27T04:04:16-04:00Delaware Tourism Blog Blog http://www.visitdelaware.com/blog/http://www.visitdelaware.com/includes/images/assets/blog_feed_logo.jpgA Second Annual Homebuyer FairOn April 28, 2012, the Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA), in partnership with DFLI~The Money School and the Delaware Federation of Housing Counselors, will hold its second annual Homebuyer Fair.http://governor.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/04/26/a-second-annual-homebuyer-fair/[read more]Apr 26thThu, 26 Apr 2012 EDT2012-04-26T19:34:12-04:00Governor's Blog Blog http://governor.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_gov.jpgFishing Report for April 26th (2012)Fishing was going good until the recent rains over the weekend which stirred up the water some. Not much to report after the weather, but before the storm there were fish coming from both the shore anglers and those fishing from boats. Along the Inlet rip rap anglers were still getting some Rockfish and also some [...]http://indianrivermarina.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/04/26/fishing-report-for-april-26th-2012/[read more]Apr 26thThu, 26 Apr 2012 EDT2012-04-26T14:59:11-04:00Indian River Marina Blog http://indianrivermarina.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_irmarina.jpgHave you ever checked out an e-book from your public library?’’The Pew Research Center’s Internet & American Life Project, a non-profit research organization in Washington, DC, is conducting an online survey of public library patrons who borrow e-books. If you have checked out or downloaded e-books from a public library, please consider taking Pew Internet’s survey, available at the link below. All responses will be [...]http://library.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/04/26/have-you-ever-checked-out-an-e-book-from-your-public-library/[read more]Apr 26thThu, 26 Apr 2012 EDT2012-04-26T11:34:44-04:00Division of Libraries' Blog Blog http://library.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_lib.jpgEvents Around Delaware for the Weekend of 04/27/12 to 04/29/12Here are just a few of the events happening around Delaware this weekend! Planning your next trip? Order now to receive the Official State Travel Guide with trip itineraries, accommodation and attraction listings and much more at http://www.vis [...]http://www.visitdelaware.com/blog/index.cfm/2012/4/26/Events-Around-Delaware-for-the-Weekend-of-042712-to-042912/[read more]Apr 26thThu, 26 Apr 2012 EDT2012-04-26T02:04:15-04:00Delaware Tourism Blog Blog http://www.visitdelaware.com/blog/http://www.visitdelaware.com/includes/images/assets/blog_feed_logo.jpgRoute 54 Project – Updates  April 13, 2012 -  DelDOT will perform weekend work on April 14 and April 15 . This work is to perform paving operations and will require daytime lane restrictions on April 14 and 15.  DelDOT will be working in earnest to complete as much work as possible before the Memorial Day holiday weekend. Also, DelDOT [...]http://blogs.deldot.gov/2012/04/25/route-54-project-%e2%80%93-updates-6/[read more]Apr 25thWed, 25 Apr 2012 EDT2012-04-25T09:34:38-04:00DelDOT Blogs Blog http://blogs.deldot.govhttp://profile.ak.fbcdn.net/hprofile-ak-snc4/hs333.snc4/41789_163083853706553_6186_n.jpgGraduate Research Fellow Conducts Sediment Research  ’–Understanding coastal marsh development is an important part of determining their future. Brandon Boyd, a University of Delaware graduate student,  has been conducting research on Delaware’s coastal marshes – from saltmarshes near the bay mouth to tidal fresh farther up river. In conjunction with his advisor, Dr. Christopher K. Sommerfield, Brandon is studying sediment cores to [...]http://dnerr.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/04/24/graduate-research-fellow-conducts-sediment-research/[read more]Apr 24thTue, 24 Apr 2012 EDT2012-04-24T11:20:40-04:00Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve (DNERR) Blog http://dnerr.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_dnerr.jpgApril 23, 1862: Left Camp AndrewCyrus stayed in Baltimore, but moved from Camp Andrew to Fort Marshall on April 23, 1862.http://cyrusforwood.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/04/23/left-camp-andrew/[read more]Apr 23rdMon, 23 Apr 2012 EDT2012-04-23T15:17:50-04:00Cyrus Forwood - Diary of a Delaware Soldier in the American Civil War Blog http://cyrusforwood.blogs.delaware.govhttp://cyrusforwood.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2011/09/cyrus.jpgOne Never Gets Bored Running Facebook PageThoughts on keeping up with the constant state of change that makes facebook such an exciting part of the web.http://spotlight.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/04/20/one-never-gets-bored-running-facebook-page/[read more]Apr 20thFri, 20 Apr 2012 EDT2012-04-20T14:08:28-04:00Spotlight Online Blog http://spotlight.blogs.delaware.govhttp://spotlight.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2010/08/GIC_logo.gifBook People Unite’Some of America’s favorite musicians and book lovers created a song to encourage everyone, young and old, to pick up a book. The track for the Reading is Fundamental organization was produced by The Roots with vocal support from Jack Black, Chris Martin, John Legend, Jim James, Jason Schwartzman, Nate Ruess, Melanie Fiona, Carrie Brownstein, [...]http://library.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/04/20/book-people-unite/[read more]Apr 20thFri, 20 Apr 2012 EDT2012-04-20T09:14:19-04:00Division of Libraries' Blog Blog http://library.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_lib.jpgApril 19, 1862: One Year AgoCyrus noted that April 19, 1862 marked the one year anniversary of the Baltimore Riot.http://cyrusforwood.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/04/19/oneyearago/[read more]Apr 19thThu, 19 Apr 2012 EDT2012-04-19T16:40:54-04:00Cyrus Forwood - Diary of a Delaware Soldier in the American Civil War Blog http://cyrusforwood.blogs.delaware.govhttp://cyrusforwood.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2011/09/cyrus.jpgDelaware’s 2012 Week of ServiceDelaware’s 2012 Week of Service, a set on Flickr. Via Flickr: On April 15th, Governor and Mrs. Markell joined volunteers from across the First State at Belmont Hall in Smyrna, DE to kick-off the third annual Delaware Week of Service. We’ve posted some photos in a new set on our Flickr Photostream (DelawareHistory) to show [...]http://history.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/04/19/delawares-2012-week-of-service/[read more]Apr 19thThu, 19 Apr 2012 EDT2012-04-19T12:39:44-04:00Delaware Historical and Cultural Affairs Blog Blog http://history.blogs.delaware.govhttp://history.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2012/02/HCABlog50px.jpgEvents Around Delaware for the Weekend of 04/20/12 to 04/22/12Here are just a few of the events happening around Delaware this weekend! Discover Delaware during the spring season. View top destinations for the season and get the scoop on the local’s favorite spots including Winterthur Museum and Gar [...]http://www.visitdelaware.com/blog/index.cfm/2012/4/19/Events-Around-Delaware-for-the-Weekend-of-042012-to-042212/[read more]Apr 19thThu, 19 Apr 2012 EDT2012-04-19T04:04:42-04:00Delaware Tourism Blog Blog http://www.visitdelaware.com/blog/http://www.visitdelaware.com/includes/images/assets/blog_feed_logo.jpgFishing Report for April 17th (2012)WIth the great weather we’ve been having we are seeing more activity in the Indian River Inlet area with more boats being launched. Only problem is the wind hasn’t been as cooperative as the rest of the weather. The wind had slowed the amount of anglers out fishing, but with the calmer winds we are [...]http://indianrivermarina.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/04/17/fishing-report-for-april-17th-2012/[read more]Apr 17thTue, 17 Apr 2012 EDT2012-04-17T11:22:35-04:00Indian River Marina Blog http://indianrivermarina.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_irmarina.jpgThe Old Courts of Delaware If you have been reading the newspapers lately or watching the news, you know that Delaware has a scheduled execution for April 20th.  We had some curious citizens stop in to see if we had any information or documents about past executions. They started by looking at our newspaper collection. Next they looked in our [...]http://archives.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/04/17/the-old-courts-of-delaware/[read more]Apr 17thTue, 17 Apr 2012 EDT2012-04-17T08:33:11-04:00Delaware Public Archives Blog Blog http://archives.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_archives.jpgElkton Road Project UpdateRoad excavation and GABC stone base placement will occur between Lincoln Dr and Veterans Dr with flagger controlled intermittent lane closures, as needed. Drainage pipe installation will continue between Veterans Dr and Apple Rd with intermittent lane closures. Fine grading of GABC stone base will occur between Casho Mill Rd and Lincoln Dr, no lane [...]http://blogs.deldot.gov/2012/04/17/elkton-road-project-update/[read more]Apr 17thTue, 17 Apr 2012 EDT2012-04-17T08:11:33-04:00DelDOT Blogs Blog http://blogs.deldot.govhttp://profile.ak.fbcdn.net/hprofile-ak-snc4/hs333.snc4/41789_163083853706553_6186_n.jpgDelaware Week of Service Kicks Off at Belmont HallSpecial thanks to all of the volunteers for joining Governor, First Lady, and Rue Markell this afternoon at historic Belmont Hall in Smyrna to kick off Delaware’s 2012 Week of Service! More pictures to come! How are you participating in this year’s Week of Service?http://history.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/04/15/delaware-week-of-service-kicks-off-at-belmont-hall/[read more]Apr 15thSun, 15 Apr 2012 EDT2012-04-15T15:09:12-04:00Delaware Historical and Cultural Affairs Blog Blog http://history.blogs.delaware.govhttp://history.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2012/02/HCABlog50px.jpgRoute 54 Project – Updates  As of March 26 the Contractor has added an additional crew resulting in a total of 3 crews.  The crews are performing excavation of the existing roadway, minor drainage and placement/grading of stone base course for asphalt, curb and sidewalk.  In addition to the 3 crews for the general contractor there is 1 crew for [...]http://blogs.deldot.gov/2012/04/04/route-54-project-%e2%80%93-updates-5/[read more]Apr 04thWed, 04 Apr 2012 EDT2012-04-04T15:25:31-04:00DelDOT Blogs Blog http://blogs.deldot.govhttp://profile.ak.fbcdn.net/hprofile-ak-snc4/hs333.snc4/41789_163083853706553_6186_n.jpgFishing Report for April 4th (2012) Fishing continues to be good out of Indian River Inlet area. The heavy blow in the begiining of the week has come and gone and as conditions are improving so is the fishing. Anglers fishing from the shore have been connecting with Rockfish from both the Northside Rip Rap and Bubble Gum Beach. Many of the Rockfish [...]http://indianrivermarina.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/04/04/fishing-report-for-april-4th-2012/[read more]Apr 04thWed, 04 Apr 2012 EDT2012-04-04T09:32:27-04:00Indian River Marina Blog http://indianrivermarina.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_irmarina.jpgFishing Report for March 30th (2012)Fishing still continues to be good for Rockfish in the inlet and just off the beach trolling. Some Bluefish are also in the mix. Although the last few days prior to today were a wash due to high winds and seas. Same for Flounder in the Inlet and Bay area, boats were having spotty action [...]http://indianrivermarina.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/03/30/fishing-report-for-march-30th-2012/[read more]Mar 30thFri, 30 Mar 2012 EDT2012-03-30T15:09:16-04:00Indian River Marina Blog http://indianrivermarina.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_irmarina.jpgSearching for Your Family Roots in the 1940 Census                            Looking for help in finding a parent, grandparent, or other relative in the soon to be released 1940 United States Census?  The Delaware Public Archives can help!  On Saturday, April 7, 10:30 a.m. the Delaware Public Archives will present a program about the 1940 Census featuring Jefferson M. Moak, Senior Archivist with the [...]http://archives.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/03/29/searching-for-your-family-roots-in-the-1940-census/[read more]Mar 29thThu, 29 Mar 2012 EDT2012-03-29T15:18:34-04:00Delaware Public Archives Blog Blog http://archives.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_archives.jpgPreservation Planning 2012: Update from Public MeetingsBy Alice Guerrant, Historic Archaeologist Our efforts to update the historic preservation plan are moving steadily forward. The Division has held public meetings across the state to hear from our citizens about the problems and issues that most concern them. Over 70 people attended these meetings and we heard a wide range of issues and [...]http://history.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/03/29/preservation-planning-2012-update-from-public-meetings/[read more]Mar 29thThu, 29 Mar 2012 EDT2012-03-29T11:03:18-04:00Delaware Historical and Cultural Affairs Blog Blog http://history.blogs.delaware.govhttp://history.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2012/02/HCABlog50px.jpgI Just Got My License!!!“”’Growing up in Pennsylvania, the only indication that a new driver was behind the wheel was a nervous parent sitting in the front passenger seat or some less-than-confident moves on the road. When I moved to Delaware and began seeing “Novice Driver” stickers affixed to cars, I couldn’t help but like them. What a great [...]http://archives.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/03/27/i-just-got-my-license/[read more]Mar 27thTue, 27 Mar 2012 EDT2012-03-27T08:41:37-04:00Delaware Public Archives Blog Blog http://archives.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_archives.jpgDelaware History Connections: Thomas Garrett and Uncle Tom’s Cabin’’By Kellie Mullarkey HCA Historic Sites Interpreter Harriet Beecher Stowe’s Uncle Tom’s Cabin was published on this week in 1852 (March 20th, to be exact). The best-selling novel opened readers’ eyes to the truths of slavery and fueled the abolitionist movement. Most of us are taught that much along the road in grade school, but [...]http://history.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/03/22/delawareconnections1thomasgarrett/[read more]Mar 22ndThu, 22 Mar 2012 EDT2012-03-22T12:00:25-04:00Delaware Historical and Cultural Affairs Blog Blog http://history.blogs.delaware.govhttp://history.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2012/02/HCABlog50px.jpgFishing Report for March 21st (2012)Things are really heating up on the fishing side here at Indian River. The weather has been late spring like and the fishing seems to be following suit. The species of fish being caught is also a bit unusual for this time of year and they seem to be a couple of weeks ahead of [...]http://indianrivermarina.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/03/21/fishing-report-for-march-21st-2012/[read more]Mar 21stWed, 21 Mar 2012 EDT2012-03-21T09:48:33-04:00Indian River Marina Blog http://indianrivermarina.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_irmarina.jpgOpportunity to Make a Difference    It is that time of year when the Reserve gears up for all things horseshoe crab related.   Every spring around May and June, the Delaware Bay beaches are covered with spawning horseshoe crabs.  During this time trained volunteers help assess the horseshoe crab population by participating in the horseshoe crab spawning survey.  The survey began [...]http://dnerr.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/03/21/opportunity-to-make-a-difference/[read more]Mar 21stWed, 21 Mar 2012 EDT2012-03-21T08:29:18-04:00Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve (DNERR) Blog http://dnerr.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_dnerr.jpgHCA Blooms on the First Day of SpringWe wanted to mark the first day of spring by sharing some images of our historic sites in bloom across the state:   Hellebore at Buena Vista Conference Center Daffodils at Legislative Mall   What’s your favorite sign that spring is here?http://history.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/03/20/hca-blooms-on-the-first-day-of-spring/[read more]Mar 20thTue, 20 Mar 2012 EDT2012-03-20T16:53:20-04:00Delaware Historical and Cultural Affairs Blog Blog http://history.blogs.delaware.govhttp://history.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2012/02/HCABlog50px.jpgWas That A Delaware Record I Just Saw?!?        So I was watching TV last night and an Ancestry.com commercial came on.  It was a woman talking about how she was looking for information on her grandmother and lo and behold she found her marriage record.  To my surprise the next image they showed was a Delaware marriage certificate that Ancestry had [...]http://archives.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/03/16/was-that-a-delaware-record-i-just-saw/[read more]Mar 16thFri, 16 Mar 2012 EDT2012-03-16T15:53:20-04:00Delaware Public Archives Blog Blog http://archives.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_archives.jpgApps Directory Expanded to Include More Mobile ToolsMobile-friendly and mobile-first sites have been added to the apps.delaware.gov directory.http://spotlight.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/03/16/apps-directory-expanded-to-include-more-mobile-tools/[read more]Mar 16thFri, 16 Mar 2012 EDT2012-03-16T13:49:16-04:00Spotlight Online Blog http://spotlight.blogs.delaware.govhttp://spotlight.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2010/08/GIC_logo.gifIt’s Always Nice to Get Positive FeedbackDelaware's focus on social media channels between state agencies and the public received a pleasant nod earlier this month from a blog that focuses on improving the use of web technology among emergency management agencies.http://spotlight.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/03/13/positive-feedback/[read more]Mar 13thTue, 13 Mar 2012 EDT2012-03-13T16:14:51-04:00Spotlight Online Blog http://spotlight.blogs.delaware.govhttp://spotlight.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2010/08/GIC_logo.gifFishing Report for March 13th (2012)As the weather gets nicer, we are seeing much more boats being launched at the marina ramp, with most going off the beach looking for Rockfish. Reports are that they are getting Rockfish trolling off the beach with some anglers getting their two fish limit (sorry no photo’s). With the water temperatures stay up in [...]http://indianrivermarina.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/03/13/fishing-report-for-march-13th-2012/[read more]Mar 13thTue, 13 Mar 2012 EDT2012-03-13T10:43:13-04:00Indian River Marina Blog http://indianrivermarina.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_irmarina.jpgDestination Location: Sapelo Island National Estuarine Research Reserve, Georgia   Looking for a unique destination rich in history, culture, and exploration?  Then Sapleo Island National Estuarine Research Reserve (SINERR) is the place to go.  Located on Sapelo Island, the fourth largest barrier island in Georgia, the SINERR encompasses 6,110 acres of land consisting of maritime forest, hammock land, and tidal salt marsh.  When visiting the [...]http://dnerr.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/03/08/destination-location-sapelo-island-national-estuarine-research-reserve-georgia/[read more]Mar 08thThu, 08 Mar 2012 EDT2012-03-08T09:29:39-04:00Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve (DNERR) Blog http://dnerr.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_dnerr.jpgThe Storm of 1962: 50 years laterFifty years ago today, the Delaware coast found itself caught in the peak of what would be ranked among the 10 worst storms of the 20th century. It was the second day of a lingering northeaster that displaced dunes and dwellings across the Mid-Atlantic Coast. Rehoboth Beach saw off-shore waves more than 40 feet high [...]http://history.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/03/07/the-storm-of-1962-50-years-later/[read more]Mar 07thWed, 07 Mar 2012 EDT2012-03-07T14:24:36-04:00Delaware Historical and Cultural Affairs Blog Blog http://history.blogs.delaware.govhttp://history.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2012/02/HCABlog50px.jpgTribute to Reverend Maurice J. MoyerTime will not allow me to pay proper tribute today to Reverend Maurice J. Moyer, who died this morning at the age of 93. But I am going to give it a shot, because everyone needs to know about this man; a moral and spiritual anchor in our state for decades.http://mattdenn.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/03/06/tribute-to-reverend-maurice-j-moyer/[read more]Mar 06thTue, 06 Mar 2012 EDT2012-03-06T17:11:12-04:00Lieutenant Governor's Blog Blog http://mattdenn.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_ltgov.jpgWhat do you Geek?…’“”………………… “” Throughout Delaware, a wave of grassroots passion is brewing… Don’t be surprised if your local librarian approaches you and asks, “What do you Geek?” Reading…Gardening…Science…Crafts…Sports…Nature…Cooking… What is the topic that fascinates you, what are you passionate about?  Whatever your passion, whatever you “geek,” the library supports it.  Delaware libraries help you indulge that passion with [...]http://library.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/03/05/what-do-you-geek/[read more]Mar 05thMon, 05 Mar 2012 EDT2012-03-05T10:44:50-04:00Division of Libraries' Blog Blog http://library.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_lib.jpgPortal Focus: Seasonal Photo ContestThe delaware.gov portal features a spotlight that guides readers to the Delaware Tourism Office Seasonal Photo Contest to vote for finalists.http://spotlight.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/03/05/seasonal-photo-contest/[read more]Mar 05thMon, 05 Mar 2012 EDT2012-03-05T09:59:11-04:00Spotlight Online Blog http://spotlight.blogs.delaware.govhttp://spotlight.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2010/08/GIC_logo.gifPortal Focus: A Delaware GIS ConferenceA new spotlight on the delaware.gov portal points to Delaware's biannual GIS Conference.http://spotlight.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/03/03/a-delaware-gis-conference/[read more]Mar 03rdSat, 03 Mar 2012 EDT2012-03-03T10:02:29-04:00Spotlight Online Blog http://spotlight.blogs.delaware.govhttp://spotlight.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2010/08/GIC_logo.gifPortal Focus: Arts in Education MonthThe delaware.gov portal has a new spotlight focused on Arts in Education Month.http://spotlight.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/03/02/arts-in-education-month/[read more]Mar 02ndFri, 02 Mar 2012 EDT2012-03-02T15:52:04-04:00Spotlight Online Blog http://spotlight.blogs.delaware.govhttp://spotlight.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2010/08/GIC_logo.gifThe Storm of March 1962–’The Delaware Public Archives is commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the Ash Wednesday Storm of 1962, a powerful Northeaster that affected the mid-Atlantic March 6th – 8th, with a virtual exhibit. Among DPA’s holdings are many incredible historical documents, photographs and films that tell of tragedy and the perseverance of Delawareans to restore the state [...]http://archives.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/03/02/the-storm-of-march-1962/[read more]Mar 02ndFri, 02 Mar 2012 EDT2012-03-02T13:57:16-04:00Delaware Public Archives Blog Blog http://archives.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_archives.jpgA New Phone Directory Search ToolThe Government Information Center has released an innovative new phone directory search tool designed to help citizens find the right state office to answer their questions or provide them with desired services.http://spotlight.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/02/29/a-new-phone-directory-search-tool/[read more]Feb 29thWed, 29 Feb 2012 EDT2012-02-29T17:15:48-04:00Spotlight Online Blog http://spotlight.blogs.delaware.govhttp://spotlight.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2010/08/GIC_logo.gifUnsung Heroes’’’’If you’ve clicked here for a self-serving blog post about all the awesome things I am doing, prepare for disappointment. I’m sure I’ll be back to that soon. But today I want to highlight some people who don’t get near enough recognition for their work for children in our state.http://mattdenn.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/02/27/unsung-heroes/[read more]Feb 27thMon, 27 Feb 2012 EDT2012-02-27T10:06:33-04:00Lieutenant Governor's Blog Blog http://mattdenn.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_ltgov.jpgWhat Really Happened to Amelia Earhart?“” On Saturday, March 3, 10:30 a.m., Richard E. Gillespie, Executive Director of TIGHAR (The International Group for Historic Aircraft Recovery), based in Wilmington, Delaware, will be presenting a program at the Delaware Public Archives entitled “What Really Happened to Amelia Earhart?”  2012 marks the 75th anniversary of her disappearance. In 1937, Amelia Earhart set out [...]http://archives.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/02/24/what-really-happened-to-amelia-earhart/[read more]Feb 24thFri, 24 Feb 2012 EDT2012-02-24T11:22:09-04:00Delaware Public Archives Blog Blog http://archives.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_archives.jpgCaregivingAccording to the “2009 Caregiving in the U.S. report by the National Alliance for Caregiving and AARP, it was estimated that approximately 48.9 million men and women in the United States provided unpaid care to someone older than age 18. These caregivers represented an estimated 28 million households (24% of all U.S. households). The one-year [...]http://library.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/02/21/caregiving/[read more]Feb 21stTue, 21 Feb 2012 EDT2012-02-21T16:26:45-04:00Division of Libraries' Blog Blog http://library.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_lib.jpg“Raising the DeBraak,” Part 1: Murky Waters’’Last November, HCA announced an initiative to begin conservation work on the hull of the HMB DeBraak. One of the conservation team’s most urgent objectives was to improve the hull’s support-system and to add a water-filtration system that cleans the water that is used to keep the hull wet. Over the last several weeks, HCA [...]http://history.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/02/21/raising-the-debraak-part-1-murky-waters/[read more]Feb 21stTue, 21 Feb 2012 EDT2012-02-21T10:00:43-04:00Delaware Historical and Cultural Affairs Blog Blog http://history.blogs.delaware.govhttp://history.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2012/02/HCABlog50px.jpgScientist Log #5: Benchmarking      February 10, 2012 Over the past few weeks, we have been busy installing benchmarks throughout Kent County.  We are not finding benches and marking them.  Benchmarks  are monuments scattered throughout the United States that are used for surveys in order to ensure accurate measurements for foundations of houses, roads, and other construction projects.  Benchmarks are also used [...]http://dnerr.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/02/10/scientist-log-5-benchmarking/[read more]Feb 10thFri, 10 Feb 2012 EDT2012-02-10T14:03:13-04:00Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve (DNERR) Blog http://dnerr.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_dnerr.jpgTHE MONTH THAT WAS, PART 2’’“”Two major questions haunt our country this Friday: what will Madonna wear for the Super Bowl halftime show, and when will we see the second half of Matt’s list of thoughts about January (when the blog went dark)? The answer to the first question: we don’t know but it would have been grossly inappropriate even 25 years ago. The answer to the second question is “right now.”http://mattdenn.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/02/03/the-month-that-was-part-2/[read more]Feb 03rdFri, 03 Feb 2012 EDT2012-02-03T12:20:53-04:00Lieutenant Governor's Blog Blog http://mattdenn.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_ltgov.jpgThe African-American Educational Journey In Delaware   Today Governor Markell was here at the archives to commemorate Black History Month by reading the official proclamation.  This year was particularly special as Orlando Camp was here to talk about his new book The Milford Eleven.  The Archives unveiled its newest display about African-American education in Delaware.  Included in the exhibit are facsimiles of [...]http://archives.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/02/02/the-african-american-educational-journey-in-delaware/[read more]Feb 02ndThu, 02 Feb 2012 EDT2012-02-02T15:49:41-04:00Delaware Public Archives Blog Blog http://archives.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_archives.jpgTHE MONTH THAT WAS, PART I ’ ’Thanks to those of you who noticed that my blog has been absent for several weeks.  I won’t bore you with the reasons, but we have a lot of catching up to do.  So with apologies to Sports Illustrated’s Peter King, here is part one of my list of ten things that need to be [...]http://mattdenn.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/01/31/392/[read more]Jan 31stTue, 31 Jan 2012 EDT2012-01-31T16:18:07-04:00Lieutenant Governor's Blog Blog http://mattdenn.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_ltgov.jpgDestination: Jobos Bay, Puerto Rico’     It’s been a fairly mild winter; however, I do find myself daydreaming of warmer places.  The National Estuarine Research Reserve System (NERRS) has 28 Reserves around the United States and its territories of which the Delaware NERR is apart.    One of the Reserves I have wanted to visit is Jobos Bay in Aguirre, Puerto Rico.  [...]http://dnerr.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/01/30/destination-jobos-bay-puerto-rico/[read more]Jan 30thMon, 30 Jan 2012 EDT2012-01-30T10:59:47-04:00Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve (DNERR) Blog http://dnerr.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_dnerr.jpgDelaware Public Libraries Mobile App is here!  The Delaware Library Catalog mobile app is now available through app stores!  Find your local public library, get locations and hours, check your account, place holds, renew, and more!  The app works on most mobile devices/smart phones including Android, iPhone, iPad, Blackberry, and Palm. Download it for FREE today at the App Store or Android [...]http://library.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/01/26/mobileapp/[read more]Jan 26thThu, 26 Jan 2012 EDT2012-01-26T11:30:52-04:00Division of Libraries' Blog Blog http://library.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_lib.jpgHow to Download eBooks Checking out books is more convenient than ever with the new digital collection of the Delaware Library Catalog! For those who are new to eBooks, Librarian Diann Colose demonstrates how to download and begin reading in just a few steps with a Delaware Library Card and an internet connected computer.   Step One: Install Software 1. [...]http://library.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/01/24/how-to-download-an-ebook/[read more]Jan 24thTue, 24 Jan 2012 EDT2012-01-24T14:44:33-04:00Division of Libraries' Blog Blog http://library.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_lib.jpgIf you like Downton Abbey…..’“”Do you now look forward to watching TV on Sunday evening? Are you rooting for Anna and Bates? For Matthew and Mary? Do you hope O’Brien gets her comeuppance? Does the thought of Maggie Smith as the Dowager Countess of Grantham sitting in a swivel chair or asking the question, “What is a weekend”? make [...]http://library.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/01/18/if-you-like-downton-abbey%e2%80%a6/[read more]Jan 18thWed, 18 Jan 2012 EDT2012-01-18T12:16:29-04:00Division of Libraries' Blog Blog http://library.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_lib.jpgCalling all teachers looking for a great field trip     The St. Jones Reserve is now taking reservations for the Spring 2012 and Fall 2012 field trip seasons.  We thank everyone for their patience and support as the Reserve was in a strategic planning mode this past fall.  We will be offering field trip opportunities on Tuesdays and Wednesdays beginning March 1st.   Field trips are designed [...]http://dnerr.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/01/12/calling-all-teachers-looking-for-a-great-field-trip/[read more]Jan 12thThu, 12 Jan 2012 EDT2012-01-12T14:33:31-04:00Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve (DNERR) Blog http://dnerr.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_dnerr.jpgEducation: Join Sec. Lowery to discuss proposed school accountability system changesGuest Post from Dr. Lillian Lowery, Delaware Secretary of Education: Almost 10 years ago, the federal No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Act began requiring states to report disaggregated student test scores. Aggregated results had masked serious deficiencies among many of our country's most vulnerable students. The law's great legacy is bringing accountability for states, districts, schools and teachers to the forefront, but it also has its flaws. Recognizing this, in September, President Obama and U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan offered states the chance to apply for flexibility from certain requirements of the law in exchange for aggressive state-led reform. Eleven states applied during the first round in November, and Delaware is among 30 expected to apply in February for the second round. We're hosting community meetings this week to talk about our proposed application...http://governor.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/01/03/education-join-sec-lowery-to-discuss-proposed-school-accountability-system-changes/[read more]Jan 04thWed, 04 Jan 2012 EDT2012-01-03T20:46:16-04:00Governor's Blog Blog http://governor.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_gov.jpgeBooks On the Move: Tablets Versus eReadersThe modern reader encounters scads of devices which tout the ability to enjoy eBooks anywhere. A broad range of options for screen size, battery life, speed, and web compatibility make the choice complex. Consider your own reading habits when deciding which device best suits your lifestyle. Tablets offer nearly all the power of a home [...]http://library.blogs.delaware.gov/2011/12/29/ebooks-on-the-move-tablets-versus-ereaders/[read more]Dec 29thThu, 29 Dec 2011 EDT2011-12-29T12:55:12-04:00Division of Libraries' Blog Blog http://library.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_lib.jpgRescuing a Feathery Friend    Many people living on the coasts and near oceans have heard of seabirds.  Some of these birds are what scientists call pelagic which means that they live mostly in the open sea or ocean; however, they will come to land to breed.  That is why it was such a surprise to see one of our researchers bring [...]http://dnerr.blogs.delaware.gov/2011/12/22/rescuing/[read more]Dec 22ndThu, 22 Dec 2011 EDT2011-12-22T09:45:14-04:00Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve (DNERR) Blog http://dnerr.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_dnerr.jpgFree eBooks & Wifi On Monday, Governor Markell announced all Delaware public libraries now provide free wifi and free downloadable eBooks!  You can browse the eBook collection, check out with your library card, and enjoy immediately or transfer to a variety of devices, including Kindle, Sony Reader, Nook, Kobo, iPod, iPad, iPhone, Android, and more. Titles will automatically expire [...]http://library.blogs.delaware.gov/2011/12/21/free-ebooks-wifi/[read more]Dec 21stWed, 21 Dec 2011 EDT2011-12-21T16:46:59-04:00Division of Libraries' Blog Blog http://library.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_lib.jpgA Good Day for Kids’’I got a message from the Governor’s office last night telling me that Delaware was going to be announced today as one of the nation’s nine Race to the Top early childhood grant recipients. As I listened to the message, I flashed back to two moments from 2009. The first was in September of 2009, [...]http://mattdenn.blogs.delaware.gov/2011/12/16/a-good-day-for-kids/[read more]Dec 16thFri, 16 Dec 2011 EDT2011-12-16T15:02:38-04:00Lieutenant Governor's Blog Blog http://mattdenn.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_ltgov.jpgForests decked with “boughs of holly”’     Did you know that the American holly (Ilex opaca) is Delaware’s State tree?  The holly was adopted as the State’s tree in 1939.  This beautiful native plant is commonly used in decorations this time of year.  But, I encourage you to take a hike on one of our trails to see the beauty of the American holly [...]http://dnerr.blogs.delaware.gov/2011/12/15/forests-decked-with-boughs-of-holly/[read more]Dec 15thThu, 15 Dec 2011 EDT2011-12-15T14:22:54-04:00Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve (DNERR) Blog http://dnerr.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_dnerr.jpgCollege Financial Aid – Help & Information“”Guest Post from Delaware's Secretary of Education, Dr. Lillian Lowery: This week, the Delaware Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators will re-launch its annual “Financial Aid Nights,” a statewide program running through March that is designed to provide college-bound students and their families with valuable information and free assistance in applying for financial aid...http://governor.blogs.delaware.gov/2011/12/04/financial-aid-nights/[read more]Dec 04thSun, 04 Dec 2011 EDT2011-12-04T05:30:05-04:00Governor's Blog Blog http://governor.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_gov.jpgPancreatic CancerToday is the last day of National Pancreatic Awareness Month, but I hope it we'll work on raising awareness all year round. As I look back at November, I want to thank all of the advocates - the family members, patients, and survivors - for sharing their stories. I also want to share mine--I lost one of my best friends and one of the finest people I ever knew to pancreatic cancer.http://governor.blogs.delaware.gov/2011/11/30/pancreatic-cancer/[read more]Nov 30thWed, 30 Nov 2011 EDT2011-11-30T16:21:23-04:00Governor's Blog Blog http://governor.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_gov.jpgA Thanksgiving to Remember ’ – This should not have been a good Thanksgiving for Bernadette Winston.  She isn’t even living in her own home  – she had a major fire in her house in July, and she has been living in temporary lodging since then.  But because of an extraordinary act of grace and love that she undertook this year, [...]http://mattdenn.blogs.delaware.gov/2011/11/21/a-thanksgiving-to-remember/[read more]Nov 21stMon, 21 Nov 2011 EDT2011-11-21T10:20:12-04:00Lieutenant Governor's Blog Blog http://mattdenn.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_ltgov.jpgThanksgiving Food Safety TipsWe love delicious local, healthy, and safe Thanksgiving meals, so we asked the head of Delaware's Division of Public Health, Dr.Karyl Rattay, to provide some tips on food safety for the holidays. Good nutrition, food safety, and preventing illness are as important during the holidays as the rest of the year, so here are some tips on separating foods, sterilizing tools, thawing your meat the right way, cooking your turkey to the right temperature, and storing your leftovers safely.http://governor.blogs.delaware.gov/2011/11/19/thanksgiving-food-safety/[read more]Nov 19thSat, 19 Nov 2011 EDT2011-11-19T06:00:02-04:00Governor's Blog Blog http://governor.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_gov.jpgMaking Every Day Count  Salome Thomas-EL, the principal at Thomas Edison Charter School, and Betsy Fleetwood, the principal at McCullough Middle School, are very different people.  Principal EL is a larger than life personality at Edison, where students recited his inspirational verses and the numbers of books they had read when he and I visited their classes last Thursday.  [...]http://mattdenn.blogs.delaware.gov/2011/10/25/making-everyday-count/[read more]Oct 25thTue, 25 Oct 2011 EDT2011-10-25T13:51:21-04:00Lieutenant Governor's Blog Blog http://mattdenn.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_ltgov.jpgDGDC Executive Council to MeetDate: October 20, 2011, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm The Executive Council of the Delaware Geographic Data Committee (DGDC) will meet on Thursday, October 20, 2011, in Dover. The draft agenda (PDF) includes and update on the orthophotography project, an update on the work being done by DelDOT to create a statewide routable centerline. The meeting will [...]http://dgdc.blogs.delaware.gov/2011/10/18/dgdc-executive-council-to-meet-2/[read more]Oct 18thTue, 18 Oct 2011 EDT2011-10-18T08:47:33-04:00Delaware Geographic Data Committee Blog http://dgdc.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_gis.gif2011 Junior Partners in PolicymakingJunior Partners in Policymaking (JPIP) is sponsored by the Delaware Developmental Disabilities Council, Delaware Department of Education, and the Administration on Developmental Disabilities. Training is provided by the Center for Disabilities Studies at the University of Delaware. Junior Partners in Policymaking is held every other year for young adults aged 15 to 22. JPIP participants will learn [...]http://ddcouncil.blogs.delaware.gov/2011/10/14/2011-junior-partners-in-policymaking/[read more]Oct 14thFri, 14 Oct 2011 EDT2011-10-14T08:40:26-04:00Developmental Disabilities Council Blog http://ddcouncil.blogs.delaware.govhttp://ddcouncil.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2011/08/agencylogo.jpg