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When was Kent County established?
The year was 1683. This date is honored as part of the County's Official Seal.
How many cities, and how many towns are located in Kent county?
A municipality is a city or town that has corporate status and local government. Kent County has 17 towns and 3 cities. City of Dover, City of Harrington, and we share the City of Milford with Sussex County. Our towns are: Bowers, Camden, Cheswold, Clayton, Farmington, Felton, Frederica, Hartly, Houston, Kenton, Leipsic, Little Creek, Magnolia, Smyrna, Viola, Woodside and Wyoming.
What agricultural crops are Kent County most known for?
The top crops for Kent County are Soybeans and Corn.
What is the Kent County Motto?
"Serving Kent County with Pride!"
Where was the first Levy Court located?
The first Levy Court Offices were located in the Old State House. Dover
Built in 1791, the Old State House served as Delaware’s capitol during the United States’ critical early years as a nation. With additions and modifications, the building continued to serve as the state capitol until 1933.
For more information please visit: https://history.delaware.gov/old-state-house/
When was the first Levy Court meeting held?
How many Kent County Levy Court Commissioners are there?
The answer is 7 (Seven). Commissioners are appointed by election. They serve four-year terms. Seven are selected to assure a fair voting process when discussing County business.
What was the previous address of the Kent Conty Levy Court?
The Levy Court was located at 414 Federal Street, Dover. Offices were located inside the Kent County Superior Court Courthouse.
Why was the Recreation Center given the address 1683 New Burton Road?
It ties to Kent County's establishment by William Penn. Kent County was established in 1683.
How many Levy Courts are there in the United States?
A: One. Kent County Levy Court is the first, the last, the only remaining in the country.
Who was the first female Levy Court President?
Commissioner Joanne Masten. Madam President Masten was elected the first female Levy Court President in January 2025 marking a historic moment in our county's history.
Who is an NBA player from Kent County Delaware?
Laron Profit #37
DOVER
Set Caesar Rodney High basketball career-scoring record. Was Delaware player of the year in 1995; played at Maryland from 1995 to 1999; played for the Washington Wizards, and Los Angeles Lakers. Inducted into the Delaware Sports Hall of Fame in 2016.
Name the WNBA player who is a native of Kent County.
New York Liberty's Betnijah Laney-Hamilton
#44
Laney-Hamilton was born in Clayton, Delaware. Hamilton played basketball for the Smyrna High School's women's basketball team. Hamilton graduated in 2011 from Smyrna High School. Laney-Hamilton played college basketball at Rutgers University, New Jersey. She was drafted into the WNBA in 2015. In 2021, Laney-Hamilton signed with New York Liberty as a Forward/Guard. On October 20, 2024, The New York Liberty celebrated winning the WNBA title as they beat the Minnesota Lynx in overtime.
Who is a MLB Player from Kent County Delaware?
Chris Short #29
MILFORD
Two-time All-Star pitcher was 135-132 with 3.43 ERA in 15-year
major league career; was 17-9 with 2.20 ERA in 1964 with Phillies.
Who is a famous actress from Kent County Delaware
Teri Polo
Teri Polo was born in Dover, Delaware. Teri Polo is an American actress known for her roles Meet the Parents, Meet the Fockers, and Little Fockers. She has also guest-starred in many television shows and was one of the stars in “I’m With Her” and “The West Wing”
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