What’s Happening Today – August 11, 2020

Today on DelmarvaLife –

It’s been a strange five or 6 months since the Coronavirus pandemic began, and making mistakes is something we don’t want to do. So, we’ve been forced to learn a new set of rules, in regards to etiquette, when it comes to the pandemic. We talk with Grace Foxwell Murdock, Etiquette Expert, about pandemiquette.

2020 may not be the best year for some of us, but for one Sussex County woman, it’s a year she’ll remember forever. Kaylyn Cordrey of Millsboro just received the accolade for Distinguished Young Woman of Delaware. Today, we talk with Kaylyn about what Distinguished Young Women of Delaware is and what the honor means to her.

Has Covid-19 impacted your self care? Have you been fearful of making routine visits to health care providers, say your dentist? We have some peace of mind for you. There are so many precautions in place to keep you safe. Katie recently stopped by Delmarva Dental Services to learn about some of the measures being taken to make sure you leave the office with clean teeth – and nothing else.

The town of Lewes is known for its’ beauty, especially in the flowers that can be found throughout the historic town. You can thank one group for that effort: Lewes in Bloom. They’ve been maintaining flower gardens throughout the town for two decades now. But similar to other community efforts, COVID has thrown a wrench in their mission to keep those flowers alive and vibrant. The solution? A giant tulip. Advisory Board Member and the Chair for Fundraising Events with Lewes in Bloom, Diane Mcgreal, explains. To donate, click here.

Have you ever paddle boarded? One mile on one those things can be tough. So, imagine 25! We talk with Mark Carter of Sussex County to find out about the purpose behind his 25 mile mission.

There’s a picture circulating around Facebook that I think we all recognize. A stray dog brought into the Wicomico Humane Society, nothing but skin and bones. In such bad shape that you could probably count the number of ribs poking through. The team at the Humane Society recently rescued Stallone, who was found locked inside a hot shed with no food or water. We talk with Executive Director of the Humane Society, Kim Nock, about Stallone’s health and what we can do to help.

Regular macaroni and cheese can get to be a bit boring. Well, good news for you. We have a unique way of spicing it up! Sheet Pan Mac ‘n’ Cheese is classic and cheesy, but unique in it’s own way. Check out the recipe below:

What You’ll Need

• 1 (16-ounce) package elbow macaroni
• 1 (10-3/4-ounce) can condensed Cheddar cheese soup
• 1 cup milk
• 3 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
• 4 tablespoons butter, melted, divided
• 1 1/2 teaspoons dry mustard
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 eggs
• 1/2 cup crushed butter crackers

What to Do

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Coat a rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray.
2. Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and set aside.
3. In the same pot over medium heat, combine soup, milk, 2-1/2 cups cheddar cheese, 2 tablespoons butter, the mustard, salt, and pepper; heat 4 to 5 minutes, or until cheese is melted, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and stir in eggs. Add macaroni and mix until evenly coated. Spoon onto baking sheet and sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheese.
4. In a small bowl, combine crackers and remaining 2 tablespoons butter; mix well. Sprinkle over macaroni and cheese.
5. Bake 25 to 30 minutes, or until golden brown. Let sit 5 minutes, then cut into squares and serve.

will be opening to the public beginning Thursday, August 20. A special rate of $12 per person is being offered to non-members through September with anyone under the age of 16 admitted free of charge. The Gardens’ hours will be Thursday through Sunday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Timed reservations are required and can be made on the Gardens’ website at

. The reservations are by day and timed at every half hour. Tickets may be purchased online starting August 17. The Delaware Botanic Gardens is located at 30220 Piney Neck Road, Dagsboro, DE 19939. Memberships are available by going to 

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