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

SoDu We Know What's Up? Friday, Nov. 13, 2026

Housing proposals, a city wage debate, and a jump in vehicle-related theft reports lead Friday’s South Durham roundup.

[SoDu Crime Watch] Car break-ins drive a sharp rise in South Durham crime reports

Why did vehicle-related theft reports triple from the previous week?

Up to 590 homes on the table at Monday’s Durham council meeting

Hearings on Reserve at Rocky Branch and two Farrington Road projects lead a busy agenda that also includes AbbVie incentives, affordable housing financing, and a sidewalk repair backlog.

Durham staff seeks pause in city’s minimum livable wage increase

Monday’s special City Council meeting will introduce a broad pay study and a request to hold the city’s wage floor at $25.09 an hour for another year.

[Nerdspresso] Brandon Routh rises above the "Ick"

Can Brandon Routh’s charm overcome the “Ick”? Jeff Stanford reviews a messy monster comedy that gives the former Superman another chance to save the day.

SoDu We Know What's Up? Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026

A gas station pricing inquiry, uncertain relief for swim teams, and a cheaper grocery basket lead today’s South Durham roundup.

Unidentified Durham gas station gets inquiry over gas tax savings

One Durham station is among 42 asked to explain their pricing. State officials won’t identify the business and stress that an inquiry doesn’t establish wrongdoing.

[SoDu Stuff to Do] Your Weekend Ahead - Nov. 12, 2026

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

Durham offers possible fee relief as swim teams warn of closures

DPR’s interim director says the city will consider waiver requests, but the $25 hourly lane rate remains set to take effect Jan. 1.

[SoDu We Dine] Thai Star jumps eight points as all 13 restaurants earn A grades

Thai Star climbed from an 88 to a 96, while Hibachi 88 fell six points but remained in A territory.

[SoDu Shopping Basket] Lower meat and coffee prices trim the average

The average 17-item basket falls to $64.89, while Aldi remains lowest at $45.88. Fresh Market, Publix, and Food Lion post the biggest declines.

SoDu We Know What's Up? Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026

Two development plans get unfavorable recommendations, a school study raises a $500,000 question, and South Durham gets an imaginary town hall.