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

Nearly 17,000 Ballots Cast So Far in Durham Early Voting

Most voters so far are Democrats, more than half of them female, and few of them between 18 and 25.

[WordroW] Development Rules - Feb. 24, 2026

A daily, hyper-local word/phrase challenge pulled from recent Southpoint Access coverage.

In Memoriam: Durham Obituaries – Feb. 24, 2026

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

SoDu Signs: Horoscopes for Feb. 24, 2026

Your daily astrological forecast from the friendliest corner of the cosmos.

Durham Teachers Union President Apologizes for Disrespect

Mika Twietmeyer, president of the Durham Association of Educators, referred to Durham Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Anthony Lewis by his first name at the end of last week's final Meet and Confer meeting of this school year.

Neighborhood Meetings and Public Notice: What the Mailers and Signs Really Mean

A homeowner guide to neighborhood meetings, mailed notices, and posted hearing signs in Durham.

Your Week Ahead: Farewell to February

Got something planned? Add your events to our calendar!

By-Right vs. Approvals: When You'll See a Public Hearing (and When You Won't)

Why some projects move ahead with staff review - and others require public notice and a hearing.

SoDu Signs: Horoscopes for Feb. 22, 2026

Your daily astrological forecast from the friendliest corner of the cosmos.

[WordroW] Postponement - Feb. 22, 2026

A daily, hyper-local word/phrase challenge pulled from recent Southpoint Access coverage.

The Use Table: Quickest Way to Answer "Is That Allowed Here?"

What P, L, and m/M actually mean in Durham’s zoning rules.

Durham Students Prepare for Their Big Evening

Get your tickets today for An Evening to Shine at DPAC. They start at $18. Proceeds benefit the Durham Promise Scholarship Fund.