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

[SoDu We Work] Public service and campus jobs lead this week’s SoDu guide additions

Who’s hiring near South Durham? This week’s jobs guide adds 44 listings, with public service and campus openings leading the update.

South Durham in Five: A fallen firefighter, Lowe’s Grove, gas taxes, Isaias, and housing

Five stories to catch up on, plus Crime Watch, restaurant inspections, grocery prices, jobs, early voting, and a rainy weekend’s worth of plans.

[SeeGov Enhanced] DPS seeks a plan for old Lowe’s Grove School after $18.5 million restoration estimate

What’s next for the old Lowe’s Grove School? An $18.5 million restoration estimate has DPS weighing its options, alongside updates on express bus stops, budget changes, and contract oversight.

[SoDu Crime Watch] Vehicle-related theft leads latest update

The Oct. 2-8 roundup includes 105 selected property and financial reports and arrest entries naming three people under our serious-charge screen. Which reports were closest to you?

N.C. gas-tax pause starts Saturday

A 15-gallon fill-up could save SoDu drivers up to $6.15, but the full 41-cent cut may not show up at the pump right away. Here’s what to expect and how the state plans to protect road funding.

[Nerdspresso] 'Cocaine Bear' and the thrill of a first R-rated movie

What was your first R-rated movie in a theater? Jeff Stanford revisits “Cocaine Bear,” the bloody, ridiculous comedy that made him a cool dad for 90 minutes.

Isaias nears Gulf Coast; Durham’s rain could last through Sunday night

Isaias is nearing the Gulf Coast, and Durham’s weekend rain could linger through Sunday night. Here’s what to know about rainfall, storm risks, and outdoor plans.

[SeeGov Enhanced] Durham council mourns fallen firefighter, debates encampment response

Durham council members remembered firefighter Andrew Brokes, then debated encampment policy, park cleanup, and November ballot amendments. They also reviewed a $2.6 million City Hall project.

[SoDu We Dine] Two South Durham restaurants receive B grades in latest inspections

Ten South Durham food-service spots were inspected Oct. 1-7. Two earned B grades, and one climbed nine points back into A territory. Did one of your regular stops make the list?

[SoDu Stuff to Do] Your Weekend Ahead - Oct. 8, 2026

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

Durham’s weekend rain forecast rises as Isaias strengthens

Isaias could bring Durham 1 to 2 inches of rain, mainly late Saturday into Sunday morning. Rain may clear later Sunday, but the timing could still change.

Aldi stays under $50 as potatoes and lettuce get pricier

Walmart moved ahead of Food Lion, while Harris Teeter and Publix posted lower basket totals. What’s changed on your grocery receipt this week?