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

Changing Together: Personnel Reports for Durham Public Schools - May 2026

This roundup tracks the names, roles, and schools tied to recent Durham Public Schools personnel changes.

Washington Wine: Where Rainy-State Myths Give Way to High-Desert Vines

East of the Cascades, Yakima and Walla Walla reveal why Washington has become one of America’s most important wine regions.

[SeeGov] Durham Homelessness Plan, Potential Election Changes, Police Tech, and Brenntag Pollution Concerns

Durham council members reviewed a homelessness strategy, possible election changes, police technology spending, and water quality concerns tied to the Brenntag site.

Durham Public Schools Cafeteria Menu: What’s for Lunch May 25-29, 2026

Memorial Day shortens the school week, but DPS cafeterias still pack in meatball subs, loaded nachos, hot dogs, and another pizza Friday for students across the district.

[Neighborhood Spotlight] Happy Birthday, John Michael!

He's officially a teenager now. Look out, world.

[Nerdspresso] Rachel McAdams Bloody Good in "Send Help"

Fans of The Evil Dead will appreciate Send Help’s more extreme moments and devilish twists. McAdams and O’Brien are both all in for this mayhem. The energy of their love/hate connection crackles throughout the movie.

SoDu Daily: May 22, 2026

Rolling live updates from Southpoint Access, your neighborhood news source in South Durham.

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SoDu Shopping Basket: Value Stores Hold Edge as Average Price Dips

The average basket fell about 50 cents this week to $66.32 - a small drop, but a real one.

SoDu Daily: May 21, 2026

Rolling live updates from Southpoint Access, your neighborhood news source in South Durham.

Why Southpoint Access Isn’t in SoDu We Have Favorites

The inaugural contest is meant to spotlight South Durham neighbors and local businesses — not the newsletter behind it. Here’s why Southpoint Access is sitting this one out and why your votes still matter.

Ebola: Scary, but Low Risk for Durham and NC

The outbreak is serious overseas, but health officials expect little risk to the United States.