AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoDelaware Economy & Jobs: Delaware’s unemployment rate edged down to 4.7% in August, improving for a fifth straight month as total jobs rose and key sectors like professional services, education/health, and construction added positions. State Taxes: Delaware reported combined tax revenues up 27.6% from Q4 to Q1 2026, totaling $1.9 billion, led by income taxes and corporate general license collections. Public Safety & Community Preparedness: Lewes-area small businesses and nonprofits got a disaster preparedness primer, with organizers warning that without a continuity plan, many businesses won’t reopen after major disruptions. Law Enforcement: Delaware State Police arrested a California man after a $680,000 electronics shipment was stolen from a New Castle warehouse using fraudulent FedEx credentials and a false registration plate. Health Watch: Delaware officials issued an updated measles alert after an out-of-state patient visited Sussex County, urging heightened awareness and vaccination. Local Business: i.g. Burton Auto Group announced it acquired Willis Ford in Smyrna, expanding to 16 dealerships and adding the Ford brand. Politics: Delaware’s GOP leadership is roiled after a candidate was removed from a forum for repeatedly misgendering Rep. Sarah McBride, prompting calls for withdrawal from the race.
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