Delaware Creates a Permanent African American Heritage Commission
In a vote with zero opposition in either chamber, the General Assembly affirms that Black history is Delaware’s history.
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Lewes African American Heritage Commission Honors Three Community Leaders at 2026 Juneteenth Celebration
The Lewes African American Heritage Commission has named Charlotte King, Leonia Robinson, and Rev. George Edwards Sr. as the three recipients of its 2026 Community Appreciation and Recognition Awards. The honorees will be celebrated during the City of Lewes Juneteenth Celebration at George H.P. Smith Park from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, June 27.
Change a Life — One Hour at a Time
Somewhere in Laurel, Delaware, a student is struggling. Maybe it’s a third-grader stuck on fractions. Maybe it’s a ninth-grader who has fallen behind in reading and is starting to wonder whether school is even worth it. The ARK Educational Resource Center exists for that student — and right now, the ARK is looking for volunteers like you to make the difference.
Congratulations Andrew Oxendine!
The Southern Delaware Alliance for Racial Justice (SDARJ) proudly congratulates board member Andrew Oxendine on being named Volunteer of the Year for CHEER’s Coastal Leisure Center in Ocean View during CHEER’s Annual Volunteer Appreciation Awards Ceremony held May 26 at the Georgetown CHEER Community Center.
Congratulations Tierra Williams!
The Southern Delaware Alliance for Racial Justice (SDARJ) proudly congratulates newly elected board member Tierra Williams on receiving distinguished recognition for her outstanding work as a journalist with WMDT-TV, the ABC affiliate serving Maryland’s Eastern Shore and Delaware.
Where Every Plate Tells a Story: Jerk and Jambalaya Brings Caribbean Soul to Rehoboth Beach
Something special opened its doors on May 16, 2026, at 70 Rehoboth Ave in Rehoboth Beach’s First Street Station. Jerk and Jambalaya, Sussex County’s newest Black-owned restaurant, is not just a place to eat—it’s a place to belong.