Tue, 21 May 2013 05:00:03 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)Fishing Report for May 18        The weather and the fishing are finally beginning to cooperate with each other.  Last week we had reports and catches of Rockfish and Tog.  With the closer of Tog May 11th it seems to be Rockfish on the menu.  Offshore there have been reports of Mako’s and unlimited Blue Sharks. Don Benjamin, of Ocean View, DE. Harry Lewis, Kenny Vincent both [...]http://indianrivermarina.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/05/18/fishing-report-for-may-18/[read more]May 18thSat, 18 May 2013 EDT2013-05-18T12:28:15-04:00Indian River Marina Blog http://indianrivermarina.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_irmarina.jpgSummer in Delaware to-do list!Channel your inner beach bum Grab your beach chair, a good book and soak in the sun while enjoying a carefree weekend on the coast. Walk the boards Feel the warm ocean breeze and take in the sights and sounds of Rehoboth and Bethany Beach! D [...]http://www.visitdelaware.com/blog/index.cfm/2013/5/16/Summer-in-Delaware-todo-list/[read more]May 16thThu, 16 May 2013 EDT2013-05-16T06:05:07-04:00Delaware Tourism Office Blog Blog http://www.visitdelaware.com/blog/http://www.visitdelaware.com/includes/images/assets/blog_feed_logo.jpgEvents Around Delaware for the Weekend of 05/17/13 to 05/19/13Here are just a few of the events happening around Delaware this weekend! While you are visiting Delaware, use our mobile site to search for nearby restaurants, hotels and attractions at http://m.visitdelaware.com. Or find Delaware deals at http://w [...]http://www.visitdelaware.com/blog/index.cfm/2013/5/15/Events-Around-Delaware-for-the-Weekend-of-051713-to-051913/[read more]May 15thWed, 15 May 2013 EDT2013-05-15T07:05:15-04:00Delaware Tourism Office Blog Blog http://www.visitdelaware.com/blog/http://www.visitdelaware.com/includes/images/assets/blog_feed_logo.jpgUS Route 301 Archaeology Update   Phase III fieldwork at the Warwick Site ended on May 9th, with the completion of 33 test units.  Fifty-nine square meters, or roughly 635 square feet, were excavated during the Phase I through III fieldwork.  All artifacts have been returned to the lab for cleaning and detailed analysis.  The artifacts will be measured, weighed, and [...]http://blogs.deldot.gov/2013/05/14/us-route-301-archaeology-update-61/[read more]May 14thTue, 14 May 2013 EDT2013-05-14T10:05:43-04:00DelDOT Blogs Blog http://blogs.deldot.govhttp://profile.ak.fbcdn.net/hprofile-ak-snc4/hs333.snc4/41789_163083853706553_6186_n.jpgUS Route 301 Archaeology Update The previous post characterized the Warwick Site as a way station where small groups monitored game trails, sharpened tools, and consumed packed snacks, locally available foods, or both; ongoing excavation of the Warwick Site has reinforced this assessment.  Nevertheless, the more robust view of the spatial distribution of artifacts across the site revealed by newly [...]http://blogs.deldot.gov/2013/05/14/us-route-301-archaeology-update-60/[read more]May 14thTue, 14 May 2013 EDT2013-05-14T10:03:24-04:00DelDOT Blogs Blog http://blogs.deldot.govhttp://profile.ak.fbcdn.net/hprofile-ak-snc4/hs333.snc4/41789_163083853706553_6186_n.jpgIt’s Time to Improve the Odds for Young People in Foster CareGovernor Markell joined the Jim Casey Youth Opportunities Initiative to launch Success Beyond 18 - a national campaign to create a better path for young people transitioning from foster care to adulthood.http://governor.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/05/10/its-time-to-improve-the-odds-for-young-people-in-foster-care/[read more]May 10thFri, 10 May 2013 EDT2013-05-10T13:21:27-04:00Governor's Blog Blog http://governor.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_gov.jpgDelaware’s 2013-2017 Historic Preservation Plan Adopted’’By: Alice Guerrant On February 21, 2013, our National Park Service reviewer approved Delaware’s draft historic preservation plan. In March, one of HCA’s talented graphic designers took that draft and turned it into a beautiful publication with an outstanding layout illustrated with photographs and charts. And on April 16, the State Review Board for Historic [...]http://history.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/05/10/delaware%e2%80%99s-2013-2017-historic-preservation-plan-adopted/[read more]May 10thFri, 10 May 2013 EDT2013-05-10T11:49:07-04:00Delaware Historical and Cultural Affairs Blog Blog http://history.blogs.delaware.govhttp://history.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2012/02/HCABlog50px.jpgYour Delaware Postcard  George Luther Caley was a well-known genealogist, author, local historian and an avid postcard collector. During his lifetime, George supported many causes to preserve and share history on the Delmarva Peninsula. He and his wife, Irene, were Friends and volunteers at the Delaware Public Archives. When George passed away in 2005, the future of [...]http://archives.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/05/08/your-delaware-postcard/[read more]May 08thWed, 08 May 2013 EDT2013-05-08T09:58:25-04:00Delaware Public Archives Blog Blog http://archives.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_archives.jpgEvents Around Delaware for the Weekend of 05/10/13 to 05/12/13Here are just a few of the events happening around Delaware this weekend! While you are visiting Delaware, use our mobile site to search for nearby restaurants, hotels and attractions at http://m.visitdelaware.com. Or find Delaware deals at http://w [...]http://www.visitdelaware.com/blog/index.cfm/2013/5/8/Events-Around-Delaware-for-the-Weekend-of-051013-to-051213/[read more]May 08thWed, 08 May 2013 EDT2013-05-08T05:05:29-04:00Delaware Tourism Office Blog Blog http://www.visitdelaware.com/blog/http://www.visitdelaware.com/includes/images/assets/blog_feed_logo.jpgUS Route 301 Archaeology UpdateThe next task in the ongoing study of the Dale Site is to make write a detailed report on the archaeological findings. Looking back over the work that we did, one of the most interesting items was the geophysical study we made of the site. Archaeologists are always looking for new ways to find out [...]http://blogs.deldot.gov/2013/05/06/us-route-301-archaeology-update-59/[read more]May 06thMon, 06 May 2013 EDT2013-05-06T10:38:59-04:00DelDOT Blogs Blog http://blogs.deldot.govhttp://profile.ak.fbcdn.net/hprofile-ak-snc4/hs333.snc4/41789_163083853706553_6186_n.jpg“Is Wikipedia a reliable source?” Q: “Do librarians consider Wikipedia reliable enough for research?” What an interesting question!  Since Wikipedia’s inception in January, 2001 (See CNN’s 2005 Q & A with Wikipedia founder Jimmy Wales), this online encyclopedia has stimulated on-going discussions about its reliability. Wikipedia uses wiki software to create it’s many pages and the ability for users to [...]http://library.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/05/05/is-wikipedia-a-reliable-source/[read more]May 05thSun, 05 May 2013 EDT2013-05-05T15:27:49-04:00Division of Libraries' Blog Blog http://library.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_lib.jpgVideo – US Route 301 Warwick Site Archaeology Update 1Watch as Mike Klein, Archaeologist, from Dovetail Cultural Resource Group discusses the excavations at the Warwick Native American Archaeology site for the US RT 301 project.http://blogs.deldot.gov/2013/05/03/video-%e2%80%93-us-route-301-warwick-site-archaeology-update-1/[read more]May 03rdFri, 03 May 2013 EDT2013-05-03T13:02:09-04:00DelDOT Blogs Blog http://blogs.deldot.govhttp://profile.ak.fbcdn.net/hprofile-ak-snc4/hs333.snc4/41789_163083853706553_6186_n.jpgVideo – US Route 301 Warwick Site Archaeology Update 2Watch as Michael Carmody, Archaeologist, from Dovetail Cultural Resource Group gives an update on the excavations at the Warwick Native American Archaeology site.http://blogs.deldot.gov/2013/05/03/video-%e2%80%93-us-route-301-warwick-site-archaeology-update-2/[read more]May 03rdFri, 03 May 2013 EDT2013-05-03T12:58:46-04:00DelDOT Blogs Blog http://blogs.deldot.govhttp://profile.ak.fbcdn.net/hprofile-ak-snc4/hs333.snc4/41789_163083853706553_6186_n.jpgUS Route 301 Archaeology Update  Continuing work at the Warwick Site completed the excavation of roughly half of the open units. Plowing, among other processes, appears to have obliterated any evidence for structures, hearths, or storage pits.  For the most part, artifacts occurred in the plow zone and the uppermost portion of the subsoil.  Below that depth, artifact density dropped [...]http://blogs.deldot.gov/2013/05/03/us-route-301-archaeology-update-58/[read more]May 03rdFri, 03 May 2013 EDT2013-05-03T12:56:40-04:00DelDOT Blogs Blog http://blogs.deldot.govhttp://profile.ak.fbcdn.net/hprofile-ak-snc4/hs333.snc4/41789_163083853706553_6186_n.jpgEvents Around Delaware for the Weekend of 05/03/13 to 05/05/13Here are just a few of the events happening around Delaware this weekend! While you are visiting Delaware, use our mobile site to search for nearby restaurants, hotels and attractions at http://m.visitdelaware.com. Or find Delaware deals at http://w [...]http://www.visitdelaware.com/blog/index.cfm/2013/5/2/Events-Around-Delaware-for-the-Weekend-of-050313-to-050513/[read more]May 02ndThu, 02 May 2013 EDT2013-05-02T03:05:16-04:00Delaware Tourism Office Blog Blog http://www.visitdelaware.com/blog/http://www.visitdelaware.com/includes/images/assets/blog_feed_logo.jpgDelaware.gov is now a Responsive Web SiteThe delaware.gov portal has been re-engineered as a fully responsive site. It's the vanguard of a planned upgrade of all state of Delaware web sites.http://spotlight.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/04/30/portal-updated/[read more]Apr 30thTue, 30 Apr 2013 EDT2013-04-30T14:49:11-04:00Spotlight Online Blog http://spotlight.blogs.delaware.govhttp://spotlight.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2010/08/GIC_logo.gifQ: “How do I keep birds from nesting on my house?”   Q: “I have black birds that build a nest in the same spot on my garage every spring.  I’ve tried using fake owls, moving their nest before they lay eggs, even making noise.  I don’t want to resort to anything that will harm them but it destroys the corner and is very messy.  How do [...]http://library.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/04/29/q-how-do-i-keep-birds-from-nesting-on-my-house/[read more]Apr 29thMon, 29 Apr 2013 EDT2013-04-29T11:28:46-04:00Division of Libraries' Blog Blog http://library.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_lib.jpgFishing Report for April 27 2013    Well, we have finally started to get some reports of Rockfish and Flounder being caught in the inlet.  Rockfish also reported in the Surf.  The weather is starting to cooperate and the water is warming up slowly.  With a full ramp today we hope to have some pics and more reports to post.  Swing by [...]http://indianrivermarina.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/04/27/fishing-report-for-april-27-2013/[read more]Apr 27thSat, 27 Apr 2013 EDT2013-04-27T14:04:59-04:00Indian River Marina Blog http://indianrivermarina.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_irmarina.jpgUS Route 301 Archaeology Update Dovetail Cultural Resource Group (Dovetail), a firm that specializes in archaeological and architectural research, began archaeological fieldwork at the Warwick Site on April 17, 2013.  The Warwick Site is a small camp, way-station, or short-term work area occupied by Native Americans between approximately 3,000 and 500 B.C., which spans the periods referred to by archaeologists [...]http://blogs.deldot.gov/2013/04/25/us-route-301-archaeology-update-56/[read more]Apr 25thThu, 25 Apr 2013 EDT2013-04-25T09:17:46-04:00DelDOT Blogs Blog http://blogs.deldot.govhttp://profile.ak.fbcdn.net/hprofile-ak-snc4/hs333.snc4/41789_163083853706553_6186_n.jpgEvents Around Delaware for the Weekend of 04/26/13 to 04/28/13Here are just a few of the events happening around Delaware this weekend! While you are visiting Delaware, use our mobile site to search for nearby restaurants, hotels and attractions at http://m.visitdelaware.com. Wilmington’s Restaurant W [...]http://www.visitdelaware.com/blog/index.cfm/2013/4/24/Events-Around-Delaware-for-the-Weekend-of-042613-to-042813/[read more]Apr 24thWed, 24 Apr 2013 EDT2013-04-24T05:04:16-04:00Delaware Tourism Office Blog Blog http://www.visitdelaware.com/blog/http://www.visitdelaware.com/includes/images/assets/blog_feed_logo.jpgEveryone Wins: A Strategic Plan for Investing in Early Childhood in DelawareJennifer Ranji, Secretary of the Department of Services for Children, Youth and Their Families, offers a guest post to highlight the importance of investing in early childhood education in Delware.http://governor.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/04/22/everyone-wins-a-strategic-plan-for-investing-in-early-childhood-in-delaware/[read more]Apr 22ndMon, 22 Apr 2013 EDT2013-04-22T13:29:24-04:00Governor's Blog Blog http://governor.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_gov.jpgQ: “What is Earth Day all about?”    Q: “I have a paper to write about how Earth Day started.  Can you give me some resources to help?” Happy Earth Day!  It is celebrated every April 22! Earth Day has evolved a bit over the years.  According to the Earth Day Network,  April 22nd “marks the anniversary of what many consider the birth [...]http://library.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/04/22/q-what-is-earth-day-all-about/[read more]Apr 22ndMon, 22 Apr 2013 EDT2013-04-22T12:24:23-04:00Division of Libraries' Blog Blog http://library.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_lib.jpgPublic Meeting Calendar UpdatedThe Delaware Public Meeting Calendar application created by eGovernment partner Delaware Interactive has been updated with a new release that adds functionality, refines the public view of meeting information, and opens the system to use by local governments.http://spotlight.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/04/19/public-meeting-calendar-updated/[read more]Apr 19thFri, 19 Apr 2013 EDT2013-04-19T16:15:30-04:00Spotlight Online Blog http://spotlight.blogs.delaware.govhttp://spotlight.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2010/08/GIC_logo.gifDiary Wrap-Up  We’re continuing with our wrap-up of Cyrus Forwood’s diary project this week. As we wrote last week, Cyrus’ diary entries were typically short, but informative. Combined with contemporary sources like the Delaware State Journal and Statesman newspaper out of Wilmington, Delaware, and secondary source histories of various battles, we were able to learn where the Second Delaware [...]http://cyrusforwood.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/04/19/diary-wrap-up/[read more]Apr 19thFri, 19 Apr 2013 EDT2013-04-19T10:25:53-04:00Cyrus 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 Spring Festivals: A great way to discover our secretsIn Delaware, festivals are just as essential to spring as blossoms and bluebirds. Coming as they do on the fading gusts of winter, Delaware spring festivals serve to validate, year after year, this state’s perennially sunny disposition and its [...]http://www.visitdelaware.com/blog/index.cfm/2013/4/18/Delaware-Spring-Festivals-A-great-way-to-discover-our-secrets/[read more]Apr 18thThu, 18 Apr 2013 EDT2013-04-18T02:04:41-04:00Delaware Tourism Office Blog Blog http://www.visitdelaware.com/blog/http://www.visitdelaware.com/includes/images/assets/blog_feed_logo.jpgFirefly 2013: Bigger, better and tastierIt’s a common refrain from folks who have just experienced Firefly, the three-day music festival in central Delaware that's becoming one of the nation’s premier rock events: “Is it too early to get tickets for next year?”&n [...]http://www.visitdelaware.com/blog/index.cfm/2013/4/17/Firefly-2013-Bigger-better-and-tastier/[read more]Apr 17thWed, 17 Apr 2013 EDT2013-04-17T02:04:51-04:00Delaware Tourism Office Blog Blog http://www.visitdelaware.com/blog/http://www.visitdelaware.com/includes/images/assets/blog_feed_logo.jpgTune in for spring and summer soundsThe Firefly Music Festival is far from the only must-see music event that will get Delaware visitors moving this year. Spring and summer bring an array of offerings from the top of the state to the bottom, ranging from rock to jazz to funk, in venue [...]http://www.visitdelaware.com/blog/index.cfm/2013/4/17/Tune-in-for-spring-and-summer-sounds/[read more]Apr 17thWed, 17 Apr 2013 EDT2013-04-17T02:04:21-04:00Delaware Tourism Office Blog Blog http://www.visitdelaware.com/blog/http://www.visitdelaware.com/includes/images/assets/blog_feed_logo.jpgQ: “Where do I start with wine and cheese pairings?” “ ”Q:  “I’m going to host a fancy party this weekend and realized I don’t know much about wine and cheese pairings other than I really like to drink wine and eat cheese. Do you have any books or resources that can tell me about wine and cheese pairings?  Thank you!” There are several resources that [...]http://library.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/04/14/q-where-do-i-start-with-wine-and-cheese-pairings/[read more]Apr 14thSun, 14 Apr 2013 EDT2013-04-14T14:20:19-04:00Division of Libraries' Blog Blog http://library.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_lib.jpgThe End of the Diary   ’’As we mentioned in our last post on March 31,  Cyrus’ diary ended on March 31, 1861. Perhaps he started writing in a new diary that has not survived or is still privately held, or maybe he decided to stop keeping a diary. Regardless, thanks to the regiment’s compiled service records, which are available online through the [...]http://cyrusforwood.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/04/11/the-end-of-the-diary/[read more]Apr 11thThu, 11 Apr 2013 EDT2013-04-11T14:56:20-04:00Cyrus 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.jpgUS Route 301 Archaeology Update   We at the Louis Berger Group are very excited to begin work on our alternative mitigation of the Dale Site and the archaeology of African Americans in St. Georges Hundred. The Dale Site, 7NC-F-134, first appeared to archaeologists as so many sites do, as a scatter of artifacts on the surface of a plowed [...]http://blogs.deldot.gov/2013/04/11/us-route-301-archaeology-update-57/[read more]Apr 11thThu, 11 Apr 2013 EDT2013-04-11T09:22:00-04:00DelDOT Blogs Blog http://blogs.deldot.govhttp://profile.ak.fbcdn.net/hprofile-ak-snc4/hs333.snc4/41789_163083853706553_6186_n.jpgVideo – US Route 301 Archaeology Update (Houston-LeCompt Site Lab Process)Howdy all, here is another great video from the folks at Dovetail Cultural Resources Group. Take a peek to see Kerry Gonzalez (Laboratory Manager) explain the process artifacts go through in the lab once they come out of the ground from the Houston LeCompt site.http://blogs.deldot.gov/2013/04/10/video-us-route-301-archaeology-update-houston-lecompt-site-lab-process/[read more]Apr 10thWed, 10 Apr 2013 EDT2013-04-10T14:19:02-04:00DelDOT Blogs Blog http://blogs.deldot.govhttp://profile.ak.fbcdn.net/hprofile-ak-snc4/hs333.snc4/41789_163083853706553_6186_n.jpgEvents Around Delaware for the Weekend of 04/12/13 to 04/14/13Here are just a few of the events happening around Delaware this weekend! While you are visiting Delaware, use our mobile site to search for nearby restaurants, hotels and attractions at http://m.visitdelaware.com. Wilmington Blue Rocks Game + Fi [...]http://www.visitdelaware.com/blog/index.cfm/2013/4/10/Events-Around-Delaware-for-the-Weekend-of-041213-to-041413/[read more]Apr 10thWed, 10 Apr 2013 EDT2013-04-10T04:04:18-04:00Delaware Tourism Office Blog Blog http://www.visitdelaware.com/blog/http://www.visitdelaware.com/includes/images/assets/blog_feed_logo.jpgCROSSING THE FINISH LINE Last night, I had the opportunity to speak to about 200 University of Delaware students who gathered on campus for a rally in support of marriage equality in Delaware.  Here is what I told them about the unique moment in history we are living through. A few weeks ago, I was meeting with some people [...]http://mattdenn.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/04/09/crossing-the-finish-line/[read more]Apr 09thTue, 09 Apr 2013 EDT2013-04-09T15:58:58-04:00Lieutenant Governor's Blog Blog http://mattdenn.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_ltgov.jpgFishing Report for 4/8/13   We finally have some nice weather!! now if the fish would start showing up we would be set.  Please feel free to contact our office at 302-227-3071 if you would like to have us incude your fishing adventure or pics  in our report. If you have not heard or noticed yet the first section of the entire [...]http://indianrivermarina.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/04/08/fishing-report-for-4813/[read more]Apr 08thMon, 08 Apr 2013 EDT2013-04-08T12:57:26-04:00Indian River Marina Blog http://indianrivermarina.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_irmarina.jpgAnother New Smartphone App: Mobile Crime TipsDelawareans can now use their smartphones to send crime tips to Delaware State Police.http://spotlight.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/04/02/mobile-crime-tips/[read more]Apr 02ndTue, 02 Apr 2013 EDT2013-04-02T11:58:45-04:00Spotlight Online Blog http://spotlight.blogs.delaware.govhttp://spotlight.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2010/08/GIC_logo.gifWriting the Next Chapter in History’Much as the civil rights and women’s liberation movements served as a call-to-action for young adults of the 60s and 70s, debating issues like marriage equality and gender identity will become defining moments in their lifetime.http://governor.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/04/02/writing-the-next-chapter-in-history/[read more]Apr 02ndTue, 02 Apr 2013 EDT2013-04-02T09:01:34-04:00Governor's Blog Blog http://governor.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_gov.jpgMarch 31, 1863: Lt. Tom Moore ResignedDiary Entry: Snow 4 in. deep this morning. Rain to day. Lt. Tom Moore has resigned. glad he is gone. hope all the nuisances will go soon. See the scanned diary page. More Information: Lieut. Tom Moore had previously returned to camp on March 16, after being absent without leave from the regiment since September. [...]http://cyrusforwood.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/03/31/lt-tom-moore-resigned/[read more]Mar 31stSun, 31 Mar 2013 EDT2013-03-31T10:10:29-04:00Cyrus 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.jpgMarch 30, 1863: IceDiary Entry: Ice 1/2 inch thick last night. Dress Parade. See the scanned diary page.http://cyrusforwood.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/03/30/march-30-1863-ice/[read more]Mar 30thSat, 30 Mar 2013 EDT2013-03-30T10:28:37-04:00Cyrus 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.jpgMarch 29, 1863: Cold Wind, Cloudy DayDiary Entry: Cold wind. cloudy day. Inspection. Dress Parade. See the scanned diary entry.http://cyrusforwood.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/03/29/cold-wind-cloudy-day/[read more]Mar 29thFri, 29 Mar 2013 EDT2013-03-29T10:24:14-04:00Cyrus 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.jpgMarch 28, 1863: Rain & Dress ParadeDiary Entry: Rain. Dress Parade. See scanned diary page.http://cyrusforwood.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/03/28/rain-dress-parade/[read more]Mar 28thThu, 28 Mar 2013 EDT2013-03-28T10:22:53-04:00Cyrus 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.gov’s First Windows 8 App ReleasedThe Delaware Department of Agriculture has announced the release of a Windows 8 version of the popular Delaware Fresh app.http://spotlight.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/03/27/windows-8-app-released/[read more]Mar 28thThu, 28 Mar 2013 EDT2013-03-27T20:20:22-04:00Spotlight Online Blog http://spotlight.blogs.delaware.govhttp://spotlight.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2010/08/GIC_logo.gifMarch 27, 1863: Inspection by Capt. LittleDiary Entry: Pleasant day. Inspection by Cap. Little, one of Zook’s staff. Skirmish drill. Dress Parade. See the scanned diary entry.http://cyrusforwood.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/03/27/inspection-by-capt-little/[read more]Mar 27thWed, 27 Mar 2013 EDT2013-03-27T10:17:31-04:00Cyrus 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.jpgCongratulations, Delaware!’ A proclamation signed by President Obama yesterday designated three sites in Delaware as a National Monument. The Dover Green, New Castle County Court House Complex and Woodlawn, a scenic tract of land east of the Brandywine River and north of Brandywine Creek State Park, make up The First State’s first National Monument.  The President designated [...]http://archives.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/03/26/congratulations-delaware/[read more]Mar 26thTue, 26 Mar 2013 EDT2013-03-26T13:46:10-04:00Delaware Public Archives Blog Blog http://archives.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_archives.jpgMarch 26, 1863: Pleasant EveningDiary Entry: Rain in morning. Pleasant evening. Skirmish drill. See the scanned diary page.http://cyrusforwood.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/03/26/march-26-1863-pleasant-evening/[read more]Mar 26thTue, 26 Mar 2013 EDT2013-03-26T10:15:36-04:00Cyrus 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.jpgMarch 25, 1863: Skirmish DrillDiary Entry: Pleasant day. Comp. drill. Skirmish drill by overgrown boy. Dress parade. See the scanned diary page.http://cyrusforwood.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/03/25/skirmish-drill/[read more]Mar 25thMon, 25 Mar 2013 EDT2013-03-25T15:16:43-04:00Cyrus 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.jpgQ: “Does the library have a history of items I’ve checked out over the last few years?” Q: “I checked out a book about 3 years ago and would like to recommend it to someone. Does the library keep record of books that have been checked out on my card #?” It’s great to have a record of what you’ve checked out from your Delaware library to read, listen to and watch.  [...]http://library.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/03/24/q-does-the-library-have-a-history-of-items-ive-checked-out-over-the-last-few-years/[read more]Mar 24thSun, 24 Mar 2013 EDT2013-03-24T17:46:28-04:00Division of Libraries' Blog Blog http://library.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_lib.jpgFishing Report for 3/23/13    Well, mother nature sure has not been working with us this year.  There have been reports of catches of White Perch up in the creeks but that  is about it.  We are still doing repairs and clean up from our storms and windy conditions this winter and it looks like another is on its way early [...]http://indianrivermarina.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/03/23/fishing-report-for-22313-2/[read more]Mar 23rdSat, 23 Mar 2013 EDT2013-03-23T09:18:16-04:00Indian River Marina Blog http://indianrivermarina.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_irmarina.jpgA Time To Celebrate ResponsiblyGovernor Markell shares a safety message to Delaware teens.http://governor.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/03/19/a-time-to-celebrate-responsibly/[read more]Mar 19thTue, 19 Mar 2013 EDT2013-03-19T13:42:15-04:00Governor's Blog Blog http://governor.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_gov.jpgQ: “Is there any free tax preparation assistance available?”   Q: “I can’t afford an accountant and heard that there might be some free or low-cost tax preparation help.  Is this through the library?  Can you tell what I need to do to get help?” Federal and state income taxes are coming due.  This year, it’s on Monday, April 15. USA.gov has annual filing dates [...]http://library.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/03/17/q-is-there-any-free-tax-preparation-assistance-available/[read more]Mar 17thSun, 17 Mar 2013 EDT2013-03-17T15:31:29-04:00Division of Libraries' Blog Blog http://library.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_lib.jpgQ: “Are Zombie Ants real?”  Q: “I’d like to know if Zombie Ants are real, and what makes them Zombies?” Thank you so much for your great question!   Like you, I had not heard of zombie ants until recently and wanted to find out more. The fungus that causes certain types of ant to behave in ways that seem zombie-like [...]http://library.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/03/10/q-are-zombie-ants-real/[read more]Mar 10thSun, 10 Mar 2013 EDT2013-03-10T10:55:14-04:00Division of Libraries' Blog Blog http://library.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_lib.jpgReport 3/8/13   We weathered another storm well.  We did have some minimal water line damage again on the docks but staff has jumped on that project quickly.  It looks like the Bridge Demolition has finally begun!!!  Hopefully with the weather giving us a break we may see some fish moving into the area?? Let’s keep our fingers [...]http://indianrivermarina.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/03/09/report-3813/[read more]Mar 09thSat, 09 Mar 2013 EDT2013-03-09T14:10:39-04:00Indian River Marina Blog http://indianrivermarina.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_irmarina.jpgDelaware’s Latest eGovernment Solution Will Make Car Buying Faster and More EfficientGetting a temporary tag when you buy a car in Delaware is getting faster and more efficient with the launch of a new, web-based print-on-demand system that allows car dealers to print "T-tags" for their customers on-site when the sale is made.http://spotlight.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/03/08/new-egov-t-tag-system/[read more]Mar 08thFri, 08 Mar 2013 EDT2013-03-08T09:53:59-04:00Spotlight Online Blog http://spotlight.blogs.delaware.govhttp://spotlight.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2010/08/GIC_logo.gifHere’s a Simple Widget to Show Readers the Latest Flag StatusThe GIC, working with OMB, has developed a simple news page focused on Flag Status questions, such as "why are the flags at half-staff?" This page presents a simple graphic representation of the status of both the US and State of Delaware flags and provides links to recent flag-related news in Delaware.http://spotlight.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/03/06/heres-a-simple-widget-to-show-readers-the-latest-flag-status/[read more]Mar 06thWed, 06 Mar 2013 EDT2013-03-06T15:41:34-04:00Spotlight Online Blog http://spotlight.blogs.delaware.govhttp://spotlight.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2010/08/GIC_logo.gifQ: “I need to find historical events of the 1980s”Q: “Hi! I was wondering what kind of books you would suggest looking at to find the historical context of something happening in the 1980s? Thanks” Thank you for your question to find out about books that describe the 1980s so you can determine their historical context. I took a look at the books available [...]http://library.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/03/03/q-i-need-to-find-historical-events-of-the-1980s/[read more]Mar 04thMon, 04 Mar 2013 EDT2013-03-03T20:29:00-04:00Division of Libraries' Blog Blog http://library.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_lib.jpgCongratulations, Judge Quillen!’ ’’On Wednesday, February 27, Governor Jack Markell presented the Governor’s Heritage Award to former Delaware Supreme Court Justice and Secretary of State William T. Quillen at a ceremony at the Delaware Public Archives in Dover. The Governor’s Heritage Award is given to those Delawareans who have contributed significantly to the recognition, preservation, and celebration of Delaware’s [...]http://archives.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/03/01/congratulations-judge-quillen/[read more]Mar 01stFri, 01 Mar 2013 EDT2013-03-01T10:59:32-04:00Delaware Public Archives Blog Blog http://archives.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_archives.jpgQ: “What is the most popular color for a car in the U.S.?” Q: “Can you tell me the most popular colors people choose for their cars?” What a great question!  Whether you are thinking of purchasing a new vehicle or just curious about current trends in car color choices, it’s interesting to know that “white/white pearl is the most popular vehicle color on the continent, according to [...]http://library.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/02/24/q-what-is-the-most-popular-color-for-a-car-in-the-u-s/[read more]Feb 24thSun, 24 Feb 2013 EDT2013-02-24T18:40:00-04:00Division of Libraries' Blog Blog http://library.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_lib.jpgFishing Report for 2/23/13 Hello all…. its been a long cold winter so far and we are just getting geared up for another season.  Give us a call at 302-227-3071 if you have any new fishing reports or hear of any fish moving our way. We are proud to announce that Hammerheads Dockside will be joining us this year as [...]http://indianrivermarina.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/02/23/fishing-report-for-22313/[read more]Feb 23rdSat, 23 Feb 2013 EDT2013-02-23T11:07:25-04:00Indian River Marina Blog http://indianrivermarina.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_irmarina.jpgDelaware Public Archives to Hold Genealogical SummitThe Delaware Public Archives will be hosting a genealogical summit featuring two prominent speakers on Saturday, March 2 at 1 p.m. Shamele Jordon, genealogical lecturer and podcaster, will be presenting a program entitled Tips and Techniques for Using Technology in Genealogy Research. Sabrina Petersen, Director of Global Imaging for Ancestry.com will be offering a presentation [...]http://archives.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/02/15/delaware-public-archives-to-hold-genealogical-summit/[read more]Feb 15thFri, 15 Feb 2013 EDT2013-02-15T13:06:58-04:00Delaware Public Archives Blog Blog http://archives.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_archives.jpgThe Historical Hobbyist: Forced Bulbs Valentine’s Day Update By: Edward McWilliams HCA Curator of Exhibits/C.A.R.E. Manager Beautiful blooms and fabulous flowers are the reward for a few hours of bulb preparation invested back in late October.  I thought now would be a good time to provide an update on the progress and fragrant success of the bulb project. Over the past several weeks [...]http://history.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/02/14/the-historical-hobbyist-forced-bulbs-valentines-day-update/[read more]Feb 14thThu, 14 Feb 2013 EDT2013-02-14T17:31:31-04:00Delaware Historical and Cultural Affairs Blog Blog http://history.blogs.delaware.govhttp://history.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2012/02/HCABlog50px.jpgDestination: Lake Superior, Wisconsin      Interested in visiting a freshwater estuary?  The National Estuarine Research Reserve system added another Reserve site in October 2010 raising the number of Reserves to 28 around the United States.   The Lake Superior NERR is comprised of approximately 16,000 acres and is located along the confluence of the St. Louis River and Lake Superior.   You may [...]http://dnerr.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/02/14/destination-lake-superior-wisconsin/[read more]Feb 14thThu, 14 Feb 2013 EDT2013-02-14T16:48:34-04:00Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve (DNERR) Blog http://dnerr.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_dnerr.jpgNew Exhibit – Houses of Worship:The African American Experience in Delaware“”This week the Delaware Public Archives officially opened our new exhibit entitled, “Houses of Worship: The African American Experience in Delaware”. Governor Jack Markell made an appearance and even signed a proclamation declaring February, African American History Month. The opening of the exhibit felt more like a celebration than just a simple meeting. A powerful [...]http://archives.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/02/11/new-exhibit-houses-of-worshipthe-african-american-experience-in-delaware/[read more]Feb 11thMon, 11 Feb 2013 EDT2013-02-11T14:10:58-04:00Delaware Public Archives Blog Blog http://archives.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_archives.jpgArchives to Feature Black Methodism in Delaware Program on February 2“”On February 2 at 10:30 a.m., the Delaware Public Archives will, as part of its celebration of African American History month, be hosting a program by Syl Woolford of Newark entitled “The History of Black Methodism in Delaware.” John Wesley, in his vision of the Methodist Episcopal Church, established a denomination in which all human [...]http://archives.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/01/24/black-methodism-in-delaware-program-on-february-2/[read more]Jan 24thThu, 24 Jan 2013 EDT2013-01-24T16:57:52-04:00Delaware Public Archives Blog Blog http://archives.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_archives.jpgNew Street Addresses for Some State AgenciesThree streets have been renamed. A great many more web pages have been updated.http://spotlight.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/01/19/new-street-addresses-for-some-state-agencies/[read more]Jan 19thSat, 19 Jan 2013 EDT2013-01-19T10:05:47-04:00Spotlight Online Blog http://spotlight.blogs.delaware.govhttp://spotlight.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2010/08/GIC_logo.gifMore Archaeology on The Dover Green’By: Alice Guerrant As work has continued on The Green, we’ve had another unexpected discovery right outside our windows! Under the old sidewalk, the backhoe bucket hit a wall, which was subsequently uncovered, photographed, and mapped by HCA archaeologists. The wall was not very substantial, and included brick bats, a layer of roofing slates, and [...]http://history.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/01/16/more-archaeology-on-the-dover-green/[read more]Jan 16thWed, 16 Jan 2013 EDT2013-01-16T17:13:36-04:00Delaware Historical and Cultural Affairs Blog Blog http://history.blogs.delaware.govhttp://history.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2012/02/HCABlog50px.jpgNew Mobile Sites For Riders and DriversDART First State and the Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) have both launched new mobile web sites that bring information and resources to Delawareans.http://spotlight.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/01/16/new-mobile-sites-for-riders-and-drivers/[read more]Jan 16thWed, 16 Jan 2013 EDT2013-01-16T13:25:38-04:00Spotlight Online Blog http://spotlight.blogs.delaware.govhttp://spotlight.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2010/08/GIC_logo.gifEmployee Relations Board Decisions, Online and SearchableDecisions of the Merit Employee Relations Board and Public Employee Relations Board are now posted on-line and searchable.http://spotlight.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/01/11/merb-perb-decisions/[read more]Jan 11thFri, 11 Jan 2013 EDT2013-01-11T13:34:38-04:00Spotlight Online Blog http://spotlight.blogs.delaware.govhttp://spotlight.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2010/08/GIC_logo.gifGovernor and Mrs. Markell Kick-Off Annual Week of ServiceThe Governor and First Lady encourage Delawareans to volunteer their time and talent during this year's Week of Service.http://governor.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/01/10/governor-and-mrs-markell-kick-off-annual-week-of-service/[read more]Jan 10thThu, 10 Jan 2013 EDT2013-01-10T17:33:00-04:00Governor's Blog Blog http://governor.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_gov.jpgWipe The Dust Off The Bible Next Tuesday we will swear in another Governor which means the Archives is getting the Official State Bible ready.  The Bible is from 1532 and its origin is undocumented, however, legend says it was a gift to Delaware from France. The Bible was printed in Paris by Robert Stephens(Stepheni). It was part of the State [...]http://archives.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/01/10/wipe-the-dust-off-the-bible/[read more]Jan 10thThu, 10 Jan 2013 EDT2013-01-10T15:27:00-04:00Delaware Public Archives Blog Blog http://archives.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_archives.jpgFishing Report for 1/10/13    We have had reports of stripers being caught in and around the inlet this entire week.  We have had more anglers out with the nice weather we have had.  The Karen Sue, with Captain John and his mate Pete aboard, had a couple of nice trips this week with the tautog.  The weekend looks great, so [...]http://indianrivermarina.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/01/10/fishing-report-for-11013/[read more]Jan 10thThu, 10 Jan 2013 EDT2013-01-10T12:36:20-04:00Indian River Marina Blog http://indianrivermarina.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_irmarina.jpgHow Do I Preserve My Documents, Photographs, and Digital Memories?    Last Saturday’s (Jan. 5) program at the Delaware Public Archives about preservation of documents and photographs was extremely well received.  However, a large number of citizens contacted the Archives to say they couldn’t make it to the presentation.  We have attached links to both of the prezi programs presented by Archives staff member Sarah Denison and Government [...]http://archives.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/01/09/how-do-i-preserve-my-documents-photographs-and-digital-memories-2/[read more]Jan 09thWed, 09 Jan 2013 EDT2013-01-09T12:44:53-04:00Delaware Public Archives Blog Blog http://archives.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_archives.jpgTreasure Found in Court Case Files’’’ If you’ve ever been to the Delaware Public Archives to do genealogical research or to work on that historical novel you’ve been toying with you might have noticed that the materials you’re looking at have been scanned or organized neatly into folders.  This does not happen magically and the documents certainly do not come to [...]http://archives.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/01/08/treasure-found-in-court-case-files/[read more]Jan 08thTue, 08 Jan 2013 EDT2013-01-08T15:58:29-04:00Delaware Public Archives Blog Blog http://archives.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_archives.jpgFishing Report for 1/5/13   Happy New Year Everyone!!!  Well, it’s been hit or miss right now with the fishing.  We have had some reports of small Rockfish in and around the inlet.  A couple boats did have their limits off of Ocean City last week. Sea Bass has opened back up but you need to travel alittle, the 50 fathom [...]http://indianrivermarina.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/01/05/fishing-report-for-1513/[read more]Jan 05thSat, 05 Jan 2013 EDT2013-01-05T12:53:15-04:00Indian River Marina Blog http://indianrivermarina.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_irmarina.jpg31 Days to a Healthier You“”“31 Days” will offer tips and advice on manageable steps that can add up to big rewards.http://governor.blogs.delaware.gov/2013/01/03/31-days-to-a-healthier-you/[read more]Jan 03rdThu, 03 Jan 2013 EDT2013-01-03T19:18:24-04:00Governor's Blog Blog http://governor.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_gov.jpg1/1/13    HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE!!!!! If you are fishing send us your pics or a good fishing story .  All are welcome. Best of Luck to you Mike…..we miss you!!http://indianrivermarina.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/12/31/1113/[read more]Dec 31stMon, 31 Dec 2012 EDT2012-12-31T15:51:28-04:00Indian River Marina Blog http://indianrivermarina.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_irmarina.jpgEnergy Audits for Historic HomeownersBy: Jesse Zanavich, Architectural Historian Delaware State Historic Preservation Office With the cold weather here and utility bills on the rise, many historic homeowners may be wondering what they can do to cost-effectively weatherize their homes. But before spending big money to replace your older windows (see Figure 1), first consider a home energy audit. [...]http://history.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/12/19/energy-audits-for-historic-homeowners/[read more]Dec 19thWed, 19 Dec 2012 EDT2012-12-19T11:56:47-04:00Delaware Historical and Cultural Affairs Blog Blog http://history.blogs.delaware.govhttp://history.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2012/02/HCABlog50px.jpgThe Reserve’s Changing Landscape   Have you been to the Blackbird Creek Reserve lately?  You may have notice some changes to our farm field.  As part of our restoration plan for the Blackbird Creek Reserve, we have taken some agricultural land out of production and created/restored some freshwater wetlands.  Wetlands are areas where there are water loving (hydrophytic) plants, saturation [...]http://dnerr.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/12/18/the-reserves-changing-landscape/[read more]Dec 18thTue, 18 Dec 2012 EDT2012-12-18T12:56:57-04:00Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve (DNERR) Blog http://dnerr.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_dnerr.jpgGIS Day 2102 – Successful Field Trip   Wednesday, November 14, 2012:  Another successful GIS Day Field Trip for 5th graders in Delaware! This field trip provided a hands-on learning experience for nearly 280 students throughout Delaware.  Activities included the Earth Balloon, GIS Scavenger Hunt, Flight Simulator, What is GIS?,  Mapping Connections, Map Jeopardy, a hands-on GIS lesson using a weTable, along with tours [...]http://dgdc.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/12/05/gis-day-2102-successful-field-trip/[read more]Dec 05thWed, 05 Dec 2012 EDT2012-12-05T08:35:08-04:00Delaware Geographic Data Committee Blog http://dgdc.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_gis.gifCelebrating National Adoption MonthSecretary Rapposelli talks about the impact adoption has on a child and ways to celebrate National Adoption Day.http://governor.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/11/14/celebrating-national-adoption-month/[read more]Nov 14thWed, 14 Nov 2012 EDT2012-11-14T13:26:10-04:00Governor's Blog Blog http://governor.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_gov.jpgMovie stars at the St. Jones Reserve … Did you see the movie stars at the St. Jones Reserve this past Saturday?  They attended the premiere of the new St. Jones River video entitled The Price of Progress…The Promise of Protection in which they starred.  The 20-minute video explored the St. Jones River through time. The river is both rich in natural history [...]http://dnerr.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/11/09/movie-stars-at-the-st-jones-reserve/[read more]Nov 09thFri, 09 Nov 2012 EDT2012-11-09T16:19:22-04:00Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve (DNERR) Blog http://dnerr.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_dnerr.jpgRemembering Charles Parks’On October 25th, Delaware said goodbye to a beloved artist and friend in Charles Parks. Mr. Parks passed on at the age of 90 in Wilmington, Delaware. Just over a year ago, the State of Delaware was honored to accept the generous donation of more than 300 sculptures and personal objects from the famed sculptor’s [...]http://history.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/11/08/remembering-charles-parks/[read more]Nov 08thThu, 08 Nov 2012 EDT2012-11-08T17:24:08-04:00Delaware Historical and Cultural Affairs Blog Blog http://history.blogs.delaware.govhttp://history.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2012/02/HCABlog50px.jpgArchaeology on The Dover Green’By Alice Guerrant, Historic Archaeologist Have you been on The Green in Dover lately? The east side has mounds of dirt, equipment running around, and a lot of construction going on. It looks like a mess now, but the Division’s project will soon improve the sidewalks and landscaping in front of the Old State House [...]http://history.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/11/02/archaeology-on-the-dover-green/[read more]Nov 02ndFri, 02 Nov 2012 EDT2012-11-02T11:30:18-04:00Delaware Historical and Cultural Affairs Blog Blog http://history.blogs.delaware.govhttp://history.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2012/02/HCABlog50px.jpgThe Historical Hobbyist 1.2Winter Gardening and the Forced Bloom: Bulb Trays and Flower Pots By Edward McWilliams, HCA Curator of Exhibits & C.A.R.E. Team Manager In our previous article from the Historical Hobbyist, we discussed the seasonal pastime of forcing bulbs to bloom in the winter. Of the four containers that this technique involves, we covered Bulb Jars [...]http://history.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/10/31/the-historical-hobbyist-1-2/[read more]Oct 31stWed, 31 Oct 2012 EDT2012-10-31T11:08:19-04:00Delaware Historical and Cultural Affairs Blog Blog http://history.blogs.delaware.govhttp://history.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2012/02/HCABlog50px.jpgDelaware Teachers Inspire Next GenerationEducation Secretary Mark Murphy speaks about the 2013 Teacher of the Year and all of the nominees.http://governor.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/10/26/delaware-teachers-inspire-next-generation/[read more]Oct 26thFri, 26 Oct 2012 EDT2012-10-26T11:30:32-04:00Governor's Blog Blog http://governor.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_gov.jpgThe Historical Hobbyist 1.1“”Winter Gardening and the Forced Bloom: Bulb Jars and Flower Bricks By Edward McWilliams, HCA Curator of Exhibits & C.A.R.E. Team Manager When you mention the month “October,” do you think pumpkins, gourds, and scarecrows? I think spring flowers blooming in winter! Yes, October is the time to start bulbs indoors for wintertime blooms. Imagine [...]http://history.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/10/24/the-historical-hobbyist-1-1/[read more]Oct 24thWed, 24 Oct 2012 EDT2012-10-24T10:31:59-04:00Delaware Historical and Cultural Affairs Blog Blog http://history.blogs.delaware.govhttp://history.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2012/02/HCABlog50px.jpgMaking the First State a Place to Call HomeThe Delaware State Housing Authority has been hard at work creating programs for renters, landlords, homeowners and homebuyers.http://governor.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/10/16/making-the-first-state-a-place-to-call-home/[read more]Oct 16thTue, 16 Oct 2012 EDT2012-10-16T09:05:07-04:00Governor's Blog Blog http://governor.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_gov.jpgAnimating Delaware History: The State Seal  It’s the HCA Blog Premier of “Animating Delaware History!” We’ve been doing some work with our Delaware State Seal exhibit at The Old State House and our resident animator, Bradley Dotson, came up with a creative twist to the story behind the Seal:   Of course, this isn’t really how our State Seal came [...]http://history.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/10/08/animating-delaware-history-the-state-seal/[read more]Oct 08thMon, 08 Oct 2012 EDT2012-10-08T13:35:03-04:00Delaware Historical and Cultural Affairs Blog Blog http://history.blogs.delaware.govhttp://history.blogs.delaware.gov/files/2012/02/HCABlog50px.jpgWetland Warrior Retires from Delaware Coastal Programs  ’ Delaware Coastal Programs, Manager, David Carter retired from the Department of Natural Resources & Environmental Control (DNREC) on September 1, 2012 following a 25+ year service to the State of Delaware. For over twenty five years David Carter has dedicated both his career and personal time to the protection and restoration of Delaware’s wetlands.  As a biologist [...]http://dnerr.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/09/07/wetland-warrior-retires-from-delaware-coastal-programs/[read more]Sep 07thFri, 07 Sep 2012 EDT2012-09-07T10:12:55-04:00Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve (DNERR) Blog http://dnerr.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_dnerr.jpgDestination: Old Woman Creek, Ohio       Many east coasters have heard of brackish water estuaries…where rivers meet the sea.  But, have you ever heard of a freshwater estuary?  The National Estuarine Research Reserve (NERR) System actually has two freshwater estuaries…Old Woman Creek in Ohio and Lake Superior in Wisconsin.  Freshwater estuaries do not contain salt water but rather, are combinations of river and lake water [...]http://dnerr.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/08/17/destination-old-woman-creek-ohio/[read more]Aug 17thFri, 17 Aug 2012 EDT2012-08-17T15:03:14-04:00Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve (DNERR) Blog http://dnerr.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_dnerr.jpgSussex County – Special Achievement in GIS (SAG) Award ’Congratulations to Megan Nehrbas and Sussex County Addressing and Mapping Department for their international recognition in the Special Achievement in GIS (SAG) Award.  At the ESRI International User Group meeting in San Diego California, Megan Nehrbas accepted the SAG for Sussex County’s work to transfer 170,000 records into a public map-based interface allowing access to [...]http://dgdc.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/08/10/sussex-county-special-achievement-in-gis-sag-award/[read more]Aug 10thFri, 10 Aug 2012 EDT2012-08-10T14:22:51-04:00Delaware Geographic Data Committee Blog http://dgdc.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_gis.gifLearning from the River  How better to learn about a watershed than to experience it? On July 12, 2012 teachers from several states participated in a watershed tour of the St. Jones River coordinated by the Reserve in collaboration with the Partnership for the Delaware Estuary (the Partnership).  The tour is one component of the Partnership’s annual watershed workshop for [...]http://dnerr.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/07/31/learning-from-the-river/[read more]Jul 31stTue, 31 Jul 2012 EDT2012-07-31T08:10:52-04:00Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve (DNERR) Blog http://dnerr.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_dnerr.jpgTwo Memorials ’ What a difference 24 hours makes. On Sunday, I attended a memorial service for my friend and former boss Bruce Stargatt, who died last week at the age of 82.  He was a founding partner of one of Delaware’s most prestigious law firms, and by all accounts, he lived a grand and tremendously fulfilling life.  [...]http://mattdenn.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/07/25/two-memorials/[read more]Jul 25thWed, 25 Jul 2012 EDT2012-07-25T15:01:06-04:00Lieutenant Governor's Blog Blog http://mattdenn.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_ltgov.jpgPaying It Down  When my government service is over, I will vividly remember the opportunities I have had to meet the men and women who serve in our armed services, and their families.  Most of them entered the military as volunteers, placing their own lives and safety at risk.  Some of them returned with life-altering injuries, and some [...]http://mattdenn.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/07/11/paying-it-down/[read more]Jul 11thWed, 11 Jul 2012 EDT2012-07-11T08:33:21-04:00Lieutenant Governor's Blog Blog http://mattdenn.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_ltgov.jpgJune 30th Diary’ ’Every June 30th, the last day of the Delaware General Assembly session, I take some notes on the day’s activities and share them on this blog.  This year’s is a little unusual, because June 30th fell on a Saturday. 6:00 a.m.: Adam and Zach wake up, and suggest that because I will not be home [...]http://mattdenn.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/07/02/june-30th-diary/[read more]Jul 02ndMon, 02 Jul 2012 EDT2012-07-02T10:54:13-04:00Lieutenant Governor's Blog Blog http://mattdenn.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_ltgov.jpgThe Land Where Our Forefather Roamed   “”If you have ever visited the St. Jones Reserve you may know that we are neighbors of the John Dickinson Plantation.  At one time the St. Jones Reserve property was owned by the Dickinson family during the 18th century.   Mr. Dickinson was called the “Penman of the Revolution” because he was known for his Letters [...]http://dnerr.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/07/02/the-land-where-our-forefather-roamed/[read more]Jul 02ndMon, 02 Jul 2012 EDT2012-07-02T08:39:53-04:00Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve (DNERR) Blog http://dnerr.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_dnerr.jpgShhh…there is a secret in the marsh!“”     When I was approached by one of our researchers to assist with the Secretive Marsh Bird survey I had to ask, “Are we secretive or are the birds secretive?”   I know you were thinking the same thing.   I was quickly informed that the birds are the ones who are secretive.  They include birds such as [...]http://dnerr.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/06/13/shhh-there-is-a-secret-in-the-marsh/[read more]Jun 13thWed, 13 Jun 2012 EDT2012-06-13T14:12:04-04:00Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve (DNERR) Blog http://dnerr.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_dnerr.jpgA Bittersweet Day for Kids in Dover  – I called Representative Terry Schooley at about 1:00 yesterday to tell her that I was running late for a meeting.  Many of you know Terry  – she was elected the same year I was, 2004, and she has been a tireless champion for children.  She has sponsored probably 80% of the bills that I have [...]http://mattdenn.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/06/08/a-bittersweet-day-for-kids-in-dover/[read more]Jun 08thFri, 08 Jun 2012 EDT2012-06-08T10:47:08-04:00Lieutenant Governor's Blog Blog http://mattdenn.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_ltgov.jpgLG Finally Finds A Work Excuse for Watching the NBA Playoffs   I had the honor this morning of welcoming scores of new citizens to our country as they took their oath of citizenship from Judge Kevin Carey at Clayton Hall in Newark.  Here is what I told them: Let me be the second person to congratulate you on becoming citizens of the United States of America.   [...]http://mattdenn.blogs.delaware.gov/2012/06/07/lg-finally-finds-a-work-excuse-for-watching-the-nba-playoffs/[read more]Jun 07thThu, 07 Jun 2012 EDT2012-06-07T10:32:36-04:00Lieutenant Governor's Blog Blog http://mattdenn.blogs.delaware.govhttp://blogs.delaware.gov/files/images/blog_ltgov.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.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.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.jpg