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Delawareans, enjoy todays warmth, but brace for a cold front on January fourteenth, dropping temps to freezing by weeks end. Expect rain, snow, and mixed precipitation, with slick, icy roads and potential black ice. Stay safe, keep your car emergency kit ready, and drive cautiously as the chill settles in.

The Doe Harvest Challenge in Maryland concludes, with hunters bagging 357 deer, aiding farmers in crop protection. The annual event, held in January, invites hunters to thin deer populations near farm fields. For every deer taken, participants enter a drawing for a $1,000 prize. Despite fewer hunters due to rain, the challenge significantly impacts deer damage, with 30 deer donated to the Maryland Food Bank.

Delmarva Power in Delaware seeks a $67.8 million electric base rate increase, their third in five years, with a potential interim effect as early as July. The company aims to boost revenue by $44.6 million and raise the monthly customer charge. Despite requesting $160 million over five years, the commission approved significantly less. The proposed increase would raise bills for non-heating users by 4.13%, while space heating customers could face a 23.7% jump. The Public Advocate warns of hardship amid rising costs, with a commission decision expected by late 2026.

Iran protests escalate as government crackdown turns deadly, with at least 599 killed and over 10,600 detained. President Trump threatens military strikes, imposes tariffs, and engages in talks with Iran. World leaders condemn violence, while Irans foreign minister claims control and accuses U.S. of intervention. Private messages hint at possible talks amid chaos.

New Castle County extends sewer bill due date to March 31st, providing residents with additional time to manage both taxes and sewer bills. The change aims to alleviate stress during the post-holiday season and accommodate recent shifts in property tax deadlines. Overpaid property taxes can be applied to sewer bills, and residents can contact the treasury department for assistance.

Delaware State Police uncover drugs and an active bomb during a probation search at Amanda Sewards home, leading to her arrest and felony charges.

Delaware philanthropist Gina Ward and her husband Rod Ward the third have joined Spotlight Delawares advisory council, contributing a $25,000 gift to support the nonprofit newsrooms expansion. Ginas experience in health and wellness, along with Rods leadership in business, makes them outstanding advocates for empowering Delawareans with reliable local news. The advisory council, comprising top leaders from business, nonprofits, and philanthropy, will guide Spotlights strategy, strengthening its role in connecting Delawareans with independent news and fostering engagement in shaping the states future.