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Delaware investigates where 100 tires washed ashore came from
It’s not unusual for old tires — or even remnants of war — to degrade and wash ashore during storms, said Art Trembanis, a professor of oceanography and geology at the University of Delaware.
However, the abundance of tires recently discovered on Delaware’s beaches is alarming, he said.
“Sadly, I think what we’re seeing play out is the sins of the fathers are being brought on to our beaches — although, all well-intentioned at the time,” Trembanis said. “It’s a matter of trying to think of how far ahead is one really trying to consider our stewardship of the environment. I think we need to have a much longer viewpoint of that as we assess these kinds of programs.”
These man-made marine habitats can become marine debris during storms, and impact the environment, if not designed with sturdy materials.
“Smaller little tires are relatively light, so they’re going to tend to want to stay up on the surface, and then they’re going to get moved around by these waves and currents, and they’re going to take out everything in their path — and that means further disturbance to seabed environments,” Trembanis said.
Loose tires could also become a hazard for people swimming in the water, he added.
Small vehicle tires are no longer used for artificial reefs. Instead, agencies use industrial-sized tires that are weighed down with concrete, he said.
Other kinds of materials can prove just as hazardous. Following Hurricane Sandy in 2012, subway cars used as a part of an artificial reef site off the Delaware coast were smashed.
Artificial reefs have evolved over time, however, and agencies are beginning to use more environmentally-friendly materials, such as natural rock and concrete, Trembanis said.
DNREC said many of the tires it has collected have strap-like markings, suggesting they may have been tied with metal cable — a method Delaware never used, according to the agency. In Delaware, stacked tires filled with concrete were dropped onto the ocean floor as structures, DNREC said.
The last time the state’s reefs were surveyed, tires were in place and covered in coral, the agency said. However, DNREC is working to get updated imagery of its artificial reefs.
The agency also plans to get new SONAR scans of any debris fields in locations with tire reefs to help confirm the sources of the tires that washed ashore.
Although the source of the tires is still being investigated, illegal dumping is not suspected, DNREC said.
Trembanis advises residents and beachgoers to avoid touching the tires if they see them, because there may be wire, glass or other hazardous materials inside them. Instead, they should report the sighting to DNREC, he said.
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During their NFL careers together, Michael Vick connected with DeSean Jackson for 13 touchdown passes in Philadelphia.
The former Eagles teammates will meet up on Thursday, Oct. 30, coaching against one another at Lincoln Financial Field in a showdown between two prestigious Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Jackson is in his first year leading Delaware State (5-3, 1-0 MEAC), while Vick is in his first year with Norfolk State (1-7, 0-1).
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“It’s a hell of an opportunity to be across the field from DeSean,” Vick said on Monday, Oct. 27 (via Norfolk, Virginia CBS affiliate WTKR). “That’s what I respect. We’ve worked hard for this and we’ll see how it goes.”
The Spartans fell to South Carolina State, 51-20, last weekend in their MEAC opener, while the Hornets defeated North Carolina Central 35-26.
Here’s how to watch, including time, TV schedule, live streaming info and game odds:
What TV channel is Norfolk State vs Delaware State on today?
Norfolk State vs Delaware State will air on ESPNU in Week 10 of the 2025 college football season. The teams will play at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, with Tiffany Greene (play-by-play) and Jay Walker (analyst) calling the game.
Streaming options include the ESPN app (with a cable login) and Fubo, the latter of which offers a free trial to potential subscribers.
Norfolk State vs Delaware State time today
- Date: Thursday, Oct. 30
- Time: 7 p.m. ET
The Week 10 MEAC matchup between Norfolk State football vs. Delaware State is scheduled to start at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday, Oct. 30.
Norfolk State vs Delaware State predictions
- Prediction: Delaware State 42, Norfolk State 28
Jackson and Delaware State earn a two-touchdown victory over Vick and Delaware State behind a three-touchdown rushing performance from running back Marquis Gillis.
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A criminal history, even one stemming from a juvenile arrest or a minor driving violation, can be a lifelong barrier to opportunity for many Delawareans. Whether or not a conviction occurred, a record can follow a person for years, showing up in background checks run by employers, landlords and loan officers.
An expungement offers a way to break that cycle. The legal process removes police and court records from public databases, allowing former defendants to move forward without being required to disclose past arrests or charges.
To help people navigate that process, several Delaware lawmakers and state agencies are hosting free expungement clinics this fall, offering one-on-one legal counseling to help eligible residents clear their records and reclaim new opportunities.
3 events planned across Delaware
Before the year ends, Delaware residents will have three opportunities to attend an expungement clinic where free, individual legal counseling will be available.
The events are organized in collaboration with the Office of Defense Services, the Delaware Criminal Justice Information System, or DELJIS, and the Delaware Department of Labor’s Advancement through Pardons and Expungement APEX Program. The Office of the Marijuana Commissioner has joined as a new sponsor this year and is contributing up to $5,000 to help cover expungement-related fees.
The sessions are open to individuals with Delaware criminal records. Services are offered on a first-come, first-served basis, and advance registration is required.
Where and how to attend
The Middletown Expungement Clinic will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. Oct. 29 at the Whitehall Recreational Center in Sen. Nicole Poore’s district. Registration is available at bit.ly/48gnKto.
The Smyrna Expungement Clinic will take place from 2 to 5 p.m. Nov. 6 at the Duck Creek Regional Library in Sen. Kyra Hoffner’s district. Registration is available at bit.ly/3KaHOn3.
In Sussex County, the Office of Defense Services will host the Life Church Expungement Clinic from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 18 at The Life Church in Laurel. Registration is available at forms.gle/bACj1h1xouk452oz8. For more information, contact Maria Clark at the Office of Defense Services at 302-688-4560.
Organizers say the goal of these clinics is to help Delaware residents overcome the lasting effects of old criminal records and move toward greater economic and personal stability. They said, by removing barriers to employment and housing, expungements can help people reenter the workforce, support their families and participate fully in their communities.
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