Good morning, Delaware County. This is Hey Delco, where we greet you every Monday morning like that first sip of Wawa coffee—bold, smooth, and guaranteed to wake you up!

In today’s edition:

• Is it too soon for pumpkin? You decide 🏠

• Tour de Delco continues 🗳️

• 7 schools secure state funding 💸

• Event and live music schedule 🎶

• And much more…

Let’s get to it.

— Clint & Jennifer Losch

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THE DIGEST

(Vote) Too Soon For Wawa Pumpkin Spice Coffee? 🎃☕

On a simple, Saturday afternoon, a stop for gas led me (Clint) to walk into Wawa for some coffee. Low and behold, what did I see, PUMPKIN SPICE coffee has been released!

This led me to wonder, is it too soon? I posted this on Facebook and it caused quite a stir! From people saying they want it year-round, to others you could hear slamming the keyboard in disgust.

So, let’s get an official vote. Tell us what you think below!

Kelce’s Chunky Comeback: Soup Cans You Didn’t Know You Needed 🥫

Jason Kelce’s iconic Campbell’s Chunky soup cans are back by popular demand, sporting his legendary beard on a green label. Campbell Soup Company is celebrating the return of these “Legend Edition” cans by donating $62,000 to Kelce’s Be(Philly) charity, which empowers local students. So, if you missed out the first time, now’s your chance to grab a can, enjoy some soup, and support a great cause—all in one spoonful.

‘Tour De Delco’ Update 🎙️

94WIP’s "Tour de Delco" continues on this week, highlighting the ultimate destinations for sports, traditions, and community pride.

Last week, 94WIP broadcasted live from Dolan’s Bar in Ridley, and Tavola in Springfield.

Here’s where they will be this week:

8/20 @ 2-6 PM - Streetlight Kitchen & Bar (at the Drexelbrook) | Drexel Hill

8/21 @ 2-6 PM - Dining under the Stars | Media

8/24 or 8/31 @ 10 AM - 2 PM - White Dog Cafe | Glen Mills

They are still trying to decide on their 6th location, and you can vote on where they should go. Help 94WIP decide on their next location.

7 Delco Schools Score State Funding 🏫

Back in July, we wrote about Delaware County schools finally getting a slice of state funding to close the adequacy gap. The adequacy gap is a fancy way of saying the difference between what our schools have and what they actually need to provide a decent education.

Now, seven Delco school districts are set to receive additional funds aimed at easing high property tax burdens. This funding comes as part of a state initiative to address inequities in school financing, sparked by a Commonwealth Court decision.

Here are the 7 districts that will receive supplemental funding:

• Southeast Delco School District ($1,622,461.66)

• Chichester School District ($1,470,470.47)

• William Penn School District ($1,215,861.59)

• Ridley School District ($962,797.88)

• Upper Darby School District ($781,551.05)

• Wallingford-Swarthmore School District ($368,138.04)

• Interboro School District ($316,784.1)

Check out WHYY for more details, and the full breakdown of all the schools that will receive funding.

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LOCAL BUSINESS

Wawa Moving Into Sheetz Territory 🥪

Wawa just broke ground on its first West Virginia store, daring to set up shop in Sheetz’s backyard. As the great Wawa-Sheetz rivalry heats up, the Mountain State is the newest battleground, and the sizzli showdown is just getting started.. West Virginia, welcome to the Wawa side of life! #TeamWawa.

National Hiring Event - Walk In Job Fair 🏢

Head on over to Kindred Hospitals for a walk-in hiring event on August 21. No appointment needed. Interviewing on the spot for the following:

• Registered Nurse (RN)

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

• Respiratory Therapist (RT/RRT/CRT)

• Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN)

Local Vendor Events for Business Owners 🎫

Looking for opportunities to promote your business? These local events are looking for vendors:

• Springfield Mall Pop Up vendor event on August 24 (and also in September and October)

• Upper Darby High School UDBOP Fall Flea Market on Sept 8

• Annual Fall Craft Fest at Prospect Park Square on Sept 21

• Community Day Street Fair in Folcroft Borough on Sept 28

• Delco Irish Weekend at The Yard Pub on Sept 21 and 22.

• Delco Has Your 6 Community Event May 17, 2025 (spots are going fast)

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CIVIC NEWS

New Board Members Wanted 🗳️

Delaware County is looking to fill three vacancies on the Heritage Commission, which supports the county's cultural preservation efforts. Commission members engage with historic communities, offering resources and support to organizations dedicated to preserving Delaware County's rich heritage. Residents with a passion for history and community are encouraged to apply online by Friday, August 23, at 4:30 p.m.

Edgmont Township Community Park Upgraded 🛝

The park, located at 800 Gradyville Rd, officially completed their renovations, which include new swings, canopy, picnic tables, bench, and landscaping

Roadwork and Lane Closures This Week 🚧

Don’t blame us. We’re just giving you the news. Here are the roads you should avoid this week.

WHAT’S HAPPENIN’

Here’s our early week event lineup. Make sure to check out Wednesday’s edition, where we’ll have all events listed through the weekend!

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Save the Date

(Aug 24) Puppy Yoga Fundraising Event at Max Effort Fitness | Drexel Hill » Pre-Registration
(Aug 24) Beer Muscles 8 at 2SP Brewing Company » Tickets
(Sept 30) 8th Annual Delco Golf Outing at Bluestone Country Club » Details
(October 14) 11th Annual Celebrity Golf Outing by the Darren Daulton Foundation | Huntingdon Valley Country Club » Details

Monday, August 19

(9:00 AM) Music Monday at Captain Hook’s Playroom | Marcus Hook » Details
(6:00 PM) Blue Moon Night at The Yard Pub | Havertown » Details
(6:00 PM) Western Wednesday BBQ, Music, and Dancing at Tavola | Springfield » Details
(6:30 PM) Musical Bingo at Tavola | Springfield » Details
(6:45 PM) Weekly Walk/Run Group at The Running Place | Newtown Square » Details
(7:00 PM) Poker and Line Dancing at Gatsby’s | Aston » Details

Tuesday, August 20

(2:00 PM) 94WIP ‘Tour De Delco’ Broadcast at Streetlight Kitchen and Bar | Drexel Hill » Details
(6:30 PM) Quizzo Night at Artillery Brewing | Drexel Hill » Details
(7:30 PM) General Trivia at Marple Public House | Broomall » Details
(8:00 PM) The Most Delco Quizzo @ Dolan’s | Ridley Park » Details
(8:00 PM) Quizzo at Barnaby’s | Aston » Details

Wednesday, August 21

(1:00 PM) Makin’ Music Summer Reading Show at Aston Library | Aston » Details
(2:30 PM) Oakmont Famers Market | Havertown » Details
(4:00 PM) BYOB & Pizza Party with Bluey at Charming Star Playroom | Newtown Square » Details
(2:00 PM) 94WIP ‘Tour De Delco’ Broadcast at Dining Under the Stars | Media » Details
(7:00 PM) Dancing and Dance Lessons at Gatsby’s | Aston » Details
(7:00 PM) Quizzo Night at Ship Bottom Brewery | Swarthmore » Details
(6:00 PM) Classic Vinyl Night at 2SP Brewing | Aston » Details

LIVE MUSIC LOWDOWN

Here’s our early week live music schedule. The rest of the schedule through the weekend will be released in Wednesday’s edition.

Upcoming Concerts

🎶 Delco’s, The Mary Veils, Set to Open for Rock Legends The Hives at the Fillmore on Sept 29.

Here’s the upcoming live music lineup around Delco:

Monday, August 19

(7:00 PM) Greg Howe w/ Stu Hamm & Marco Cirigliano at 118 North | Wayne » Tickets
(8:00 PM) Karaoke at Rams Pizza Tavern | Clifton Heights » Details

Tuesday, August 20

(6:30 PM) Bluegrass Slow Jam at The Kelly Center | Havertown » Details
(7:00 PM) The Open Road - Summer Concert Series at Market Square Memorial Park | Marcus Hook » Details
(7:30 PM) Tiki Karaoke at Romarco’s | Clifton Heights » Details
(9:00 PM) Karaoke at The Red Lantern | Glenolden » Details

If the email cuts off below, please continue reading the rest of the email on the website at HeyDelco.com. We don’t want you to miss the sports section!

Wednesday, August 21

(5:30 PM) Neil McGettigan and Ryan Valotta Ashley’s Restaurant and Bar | Glen Mills » Details
(6:00 PM) Vince Zeller at Laporta Restaurant | Media » Details
(7:00 PM) Karaoke Night at Liberty Tavern | Woodlyn » Details
(7:00 PM) Karaoke at Marple Public House | Broomall » Details
(7:00 PM) Open Mic Night at The Kelly Center | Media » Details
(7:30 PM) Open Mic at 118 North | Wayne » Details
(7:30 PM) Open Mic at Tom N Jerry’s | Folsom » Details
(10:00 PM) Karaoke at Barnaby’s | Aston » Details

SPORTS

On Saturday, The Phillies have renamed a section of the Citizens Bank Park outfield wall "Monty’s Angle" in honor of the late David Montgomery, the former team president and CEO. The announcement was made during Montgomery's posthumous induction into the Phillies Wall of Fame.

Philadelphia Phillies (73-51)

Latest Series

8/18: Nationals 6 @ Phillies 4
8/17: Nationals 1 @ Phillies 5
8/16: Nationals 2 @ Phillies 3

Upcoming Series

8/20-8/22: @ Braves

Philadelphia Eagles

Preseason Game #3 - Vikings @ Eagles - Saturday at 1 PM

Local Sports

Newtown Rollin’ in the Little League World Series ⚾

After losing their first game to Texas, Council Rock Newtown continued their Little League World Series success. First, they beat New Hampshire, then dominated Washington with a 12-2 victory, ending the game in just four innings thanks to the mercy rule. Up next: a showdown on Tuesday at 3 PM in Williamsport.

Week 1 of the High School Football Season Begins This Week

Here’s your week 1 Delco football schedule courtesy of @delco_football on Instagram

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