Independent news and updates for South Durham, covering local development, government, health, and community life.

[SoDu Crime Watch] Vehicle-Related Thefts Increase in This Week's Reports

Vehicle-related theft accounted for 49 of the 109 South Durham police reports reviewed from July 31 through Aug. 6.

Revised Rocky Branch Project Plan Returns to Durham Planning Commission

The Virgil Road proposal now calls for up to 190 homes and stronger stormwater protections. Thompson Village and two annexation-related rezonings also are on the Aug. 11 agenda.

5 Takeaways from Durham's Gun Violence Recommendations

A city-county working group wants Durham to focus on the people and places at greatest risk, improve coordination, and reduce shootings by 10% each year. A detailed action plan is due Aug. 25.

Durham Public Schools Cafeteria Menu: What’s for Lunch Aug. 10-14, 2026

Turkey nachos, chicken sandwiches, sloppy joes, and pizza are among the Durham Public Schools lunch choices during the week of Aug. 10-14.

[Nerdspresso] Spider-Man Grows Up But Keeps His Sense of Fun

This movie jettisons the tricked-out nanotech suit from the previous sequels in favor of homemade togs, which creates a more authentic vibe.

[SoDu Stuff to Do] Your Weekend Ahead - Aug. 6, 2026

What's in the SoDu Events Calendar for this weekend? Southpoint Access provides a few highlights to consider!

[VIDEO] Dogs Save Veterans

Neighborhood News Guy Wes Platt hears from Matt Whitnack of Vets to Vets United about the upcoming 5K9 Dog Jog. Plus: Proposed data center moratorium, Andrews Chapel Townhomes, and North Carolina high school mental health report.

[SoDu Shopping Basket] Grocery Prices Hold Nearly Flat as Aldi Remains Cheapest

The average basket moves up just 1 cent this week, with Aldi ($50.85) lowest overall and Fresh Market ($103.33) highest - a $52.48 gap for the same 17 staples.

5 Takeaways from North Carolina's Latest Youth Risk Survey

High school students reported better mental health, lower substance use, and fewer safety problems in 2025, but sleep, school belonging, and unequal outcomes remain concerns.

Durham Council Clears 28-Townhouse Andrews Chapel Project

The 5-2 vote followed questions about a farm pond, trees, and school impacts. A Leesville self-storage annexation passed 4-3.

In Memoriam: Durham Obituaries – Aug. 4, 2026

Honoring lives recently lost in the Durham community, with upcoming services and remembrances.

Durham Commission Chair Rejects Data Center Conflict Claims

Mike Lee said Monday that he supports banning hyperscale facilities, but defended an exemption for smaller data centers.