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

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.

[Commentary] Forget consolidation. What if South Durham became its own town?

An admittedly impractical proposal for the Town of SoDu, where we could argue about sidewalks much closer to home.

[SeeGov Enhanced] Planning Commission rejects Morgan Farm II, Grandale plans

Former Mayor Bill Bell joined neighbors opposing the Grandale townhomes. Commissioners backed Bragtown Walk’s affordable housing agreement and postponed Slater Road until December.

[SoDu We Take a Break] A Little Trivia, a Little Gratitude, and a Little Breathing Room

Take a break from the headlines with a local news quiz, a crossword puzzle, and a Veterans Day coloring page.

[Office Hours] Is $500K worth it?

As the Board of Education weighs a proposal from MGT Impact Solutions for a $474,405 study on enrollment and possible school consolidations, the urgency for clarity and community involvement becomes apparent.

SoDu We Know What's Up? Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2026

Friday’s rain mostly missed Durham’s reservoirs. Plus, a chance to meet every DPS school, an opening date for Fogo de Chão, and this week’s obituaries.