Delaware daily roundup: Affordable homes in Wilmington; A Baltimore art fest; New Delmarva Power leadership

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Affordable homes reclaim a community hub

When Donald J. Thompson III decided to go into real estate and development, he didn’t know how challenging it would be to break ground. He also didn’t expect that his first project, a row of six houses in Hedgeville, would bring life to a lot that was, for five years, a reminder of the loss of a valued community center.

➡️ Keep reading the story here

This weekend in Baltimore: Artscape

It’s a good weekend to head down to Baltimore. 

Artscape, running Friday through Sunday, will feature live music, art, film screenings and technology-related exhibits like the landmark video game display Gamescape and a returning carnival-like lighting installation. Attendees can also engage with new products that seek to address some of the city’s most pressing disparities.

➡️ Read more about Artscape here

News Incubator: What else to know today

• The Harris Campaign has job openings in Wilmington, from video producers to security managers to data analysts. [Delaware Online]

• Phil Vavala takes the helm as the new Delmarva Power regional president. [Delaware Business Times]

• Dogfish Inn in Lewis celebrates 10 years. [Delaware Business Now]

• Wilmington rower Justin Best wins Olympic gold. [Town Square Delaware]

🗓️ On the Calendar

• Tuesday, August 6 — Get 15% off your Millsummit 2024 ticket when you register with the code TECHNICALLY24! [Details here]

• Saturday, August 10 — Open Streets: Union Street [Details]