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Yahoo
03-07-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Can my kid use fireworks in Delaware on July Fourth? Know these fireworks laws in Delaware
The Fourth of July falls on a Friday, and parents will need to know Delaware's stringent fireworks laws before allowing their kids to set off any fireworks over the long holiday weekend. And your child's safety is at stake as well, as the U.S. Consumer Product and Safety Commission notes 15- to 19-year-olds had the highest estimated rate of emergency room visits related to fireworks injuries. Here's what parents in Delaware should know. According to the Delaware State Fire Marshall, your teen will need to be at least 18 years old to purchase and set off specific fireworks in Delaware. Your child will be able to set off ground-based displays, sparklers and other fireworks that are federally regulated fireworks and aren't airborne or explosive. Several fireworks are banned in Delaware, and you'll be able to use the legal fireworks on July 4 only. July Fourth is one of four days when fireworks use is legal in Delaware, along with third day of Diwali, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day. "The use of consumer fireworks such as firecrackers, bottle rockets, aerial mortars, and anything that leaves the ground is and has always been prohibited to possess or use in the State of Delaware," read a recent fireworks alert from the Delaware State Fire Marshall. "Novelty items such as sparklers and ground-based fountains are only permitted to be used on July 4. "Consumer fireworks are frequently advertised by mail, radio, television, and billboards for retail sale to Delaware residents to purchase and use. These advertised consumer aerial fireworks are prohibited to possess or discharge." Damon C. Williams is a Philadelphia-based journalist reporting on trending topics across the Mid-Atlantic Region. This article originally appeared on Delaware News Journal: Can my kids use fireworks on July Fourth in Delaware? What to know
Miami Herald
20-06-2025
- Sport
- Miami Herald
HBCU Wrestling: Kenya Sloan to Lead Delaware State Team
HBCU wrestling has reached a historic milestone. Kenya Sloan has been named head coach of Delaware State University's NCAA Division I women's wrestling team-the first of its kind at any historically Black college or university. She now leads more than a team. She leads a cultural shift in collegiate athletics. Sloan's wrestling journey began at age seven, inspired by her younger brother. Their bond shaped her early motivation to compete. "I remember being able to just have the connection with him and for us to be able to do something together that we both loved and was hard for both of us," she said. That encouragement stayed with her throughout her youth. "He'd be waiting on the side of the mat for me to come off… and there's nobody who wanted to see me win more than my brother," she added. During high school, Sloan became a four-time girls' state champion in Tennessee-a record-setting achievement. "It was non-negotiable for me to want to say championship four times," she said. "When I choose something, I'm a bit stubborn so it was easy to stay focused on it." At Campbellsville University, Sloan earned a national title and led both on and off the mat. "I went to college with an open mind," she said. "I knew if I was gonna wrestle in college I was gonna dedicate myself to it." Moreover, she stayed grounded. "I knew anything that I did anywhere was a representation of myself and my family and it was setting me up for my future," she added. Before arriving at Delaware State, Sloan served on the coaching staff at Sacred Heart University. "My biggest takeaway coaching at Sacred Heart really gave me an excitement for this Division 1 movement," she said. "It inspired me to pursue Division 1 opportunities elsewhere just to provide again more opportunities for people who have that dream." She left with more than experience. "I felt like I got to join another part of the family," she said. "Even though I'm not their coach anymore, those girls are still my family." In addition to wrestling, Sloan co-authored 'Can We Go to Lunch?', a book on mentoring teens, with her mentor, Kendra Berry. "Writing through some of the lessons that we learned helped me to see how much weight there is in influencing the life of a young person," she said. Consequently, that philosophy now guides her coaching. "It helps me to walk into this role with a little bit more purpose and maybe heaviness-but in a good way," she added. "It's a good heavy. It's a good weight to carry." At Delaware State, Kenya Sloan promises a competitive, close-knit culture. "You can expect a team with great camaraderie," she said. "But also a team that shows up for business. We don't need to be perfect-but we will give our best." Furthermore, she sees this as a turning point for women in college wrestling, especially at HBCUs. Sloan recognizes this opportunity isn't just hers-it's shared. "I want to specifically extend my gratitude to HBCU Wrestling," Sloan said. "Before this was my dream, it was someone else's dream to start a program and give opportunities to women who have never had this opportunity. They really put in the legwork to making sure that this was a possibility." "They found people like Delaware State University's administration and then me to help make that dream a reality," she added. The post HBCU Wrestling: Kenya Sloan to Lead Delaware State Team appeared first on HBCU Gameday. Copyright HBCU Gameday 2012-2025
Miami Herald
11-06-2025
- Sport
- Miami Herald
DeSean Jackson visits former team at NFL minicamp
Former Philadelphia Eagles star wide receiver DeSean Jackson was back in the NFL, for at least a day. Jackson made a surprise appearance at the team's mandatory minicamp practice Tuesday, drawing warm recognition from players, staff, and fans alike. Jackson, known for his electrifying speed and game-breaking ability, played eight seasons over two stints with the Eagles. His career in Philadelphia included three Pro Bowl selections and some of the most memorable plays in franchise history - none more iconic than his walk-off punt return touchdown against the New York Giants in 2010. Now entering a new chapter in football, Jackson has transitioned from player to coach. He currently serves as the head football coach at Delaware State University, a role he assumed earlier this year. His visit to the Eagles minicamp served both as a homecoming and an opportunity to stay connected with the NFL community, likely offering perspective and inspiration to both veterans and rookies on the roster. Jackson's visit to the Eagles camp comes on the heels of his first megacamp at Delaware State. Jackson welcomed more than 400 high school athletes to the school's inaugural high school mega camp, an event aimed at identifying talent and strengthening recruiting ties across the region, and showing what his HBCU has to offer. "Man, shoot, there's a lot of great talent out here today," DeSean Jackson told HBCU Gameday. "Anytime we get a chance to get out here, get eyes on guys, and evaluate their movement, speed, and competitiveness - that's a win." Jackson's presence in Philadelphia won't be the last time in 2025. The matchup between Delaware State and Michael Vick's Norfolk State Spartans will be played at Lincoln Financial Field. Originally slated for Saturday, Nov. 1 at Delaware State's Alumni Stadium, the game will now take place at 8 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 30 at the home of the Philadelphia Eagles. The decision comes after unprecedented anticipation for the matchup between two well-known head coaches. The post DeSean Jackson visits former team at NFL minicamp appeared first on HBCU Gameday. Copyright HBCU Gameday 2012-2025
Miami Herald
10-06-2025
- Sport
- Miami Herald
Watch: DeSean Jackson hosts first HBCU Mega Camp
Delaware State University made headlines this weekend by hosting its first-ever high school football mega camp. Led by NFL great and new HBCU head coach DeSean Jackson, the event brought more than 400 high school players to campus. The goal: increase athlete visibility and build momentum for Delaware State's football program within the HBCU community. Held at Alumni Stadium, the camp included drills, evaluations, and networking opportunities with college coaches from across the region. The strong turnout marked a major milestone for the Hornets. Still, questions remain about the long-term impact. "This is our first-ever high school mega camp, and it's inspiring to see how many kids want to be part of this," DeSean Jackson told HBCU Gameday. "Anytime we get a chance to get back out here, get eyes on guys, and really evaluate their movement, speed, and competitiveness - that's a win." Now in his first season at the helm, Jackson hopes events like this can revitalize Delaware State football. The camp also helped rebuild recruiting pipelines that many high school athletes have lost access to due to the rise of the transfer portal. "The high school level is getting overlooked right now," Jackson said. "That's why these camps are so important - for exposure and visibility." He also emphasized the importance of community connections. "We're going to keep encouraging our staff and players to help close that gap between the community and alumni." The event reflects a growing trend among HBCUs to invest in grassroots recruiting. Programs like Jackson State and South Carolina State have already drawn national attention. Delaware State is now working to join that movement in a meaningful way. "Look - HBCUs are where it's at right now," Jackson said. "We want to continue to elevate that and help take it to another level." Delaware State's high school mega camp sent a strong message. The next step is turning that energy into sustained success on the field - and within the broader HBCU landscape. The post Watch: DeSean Jackson hosts first HBCU Mega Camp appeared first on HBCU Gameday. Copyright HBCU Gameday 2012-2025
Miami Herald
10-06-2025
- Sport
- Miami Herald
First-ever HBCU women's wrestling program names head coach
Delaware State University is making HBCU history. The school has officially named Kenya Sloan as the inaugural head coach of its new women's wrestling program, making DSU the first HBCU to launch a varsity team in the sport. This groundbreaking hire comes ahead of the 2025–26 season, when women's wrestling will become a full NCAA championship sport. With this move, Delaware State positions itself as a trailblazer in expanding opportunities for Black female student-athletes. Sloan arrives at DSU from Sacred Heart University, where she served as an assistant coach for their women's wrestling team. She is a 2022 NAIA national champion from Campbellsville University and a former Junior Pan-American gold medalist. She also led the Knoxville Girls Wrestling Club to a Tennessee state freestyle title and has coached at the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center. "This is about creating space and legacy," Sloan told "I'm honored to lead this groundbreaking program at Delaware State." This appointment makes Delaware State University the first historically Black college or university to sponsor varsity-level women's wrestling. DSU Director of Athletics Tony Tucker emphasized the significance of the hire in an official statement. "Kenya Sloan is the right leader at the right time," Tucker said. "She brings championship experience and a commitment to developing student-athletes at the highest level." Recruiting efforts for the program have already begun, with the team set to begin competition in winter 2025. This decision underscores the ongoing evolution of HBCU athletics, particularly in expanding gender equity and Olympic sport representation. With Sloan at the helm, Delaware State isn't just building a wrestling team-it's setting a national precedent. As the first HBCU to make this move, DSU is carving out a new lane in collegiate athletics, elevating both the profile of women's wrestling and the visibility of HBCU sports programs. The post First-ever HBCU women's wrestling program names head coach appeared first on HBCU Gameday. Copyright HBCU Gameday 2012-2025
