![[SoDu Crime Watch] Shoplifting and Vehicle-Related Crimes Remain Prominent This Week](https://storage.ghost.io/c/50/33/50334374-93a7-4cf9-ba69-d7d51c63be2a/content/images/size/w600/2026/07/crimewatch--1-.png)
sodu crime watch
This week’s SoDu Crime Watch review covers 61 public-facing incident listings from South Durham, southwest Durham, and southeast/RTP-edge corridors.
safety recalls
Target children’s sandals and toys, toddler towers, fire pits, heated insoles, and dozens of other products also appear in 43 federal safety actions announced through July 16.
![[Health Inspection Reports] Durham Food Trucks - July 2026](https://storage.ghost.io/c/50/33/50334374-93a7-4cf9-ba69-d7d51c63be2a/content/images/size/w600/2026/07/foodinspectionreports.png)
Health Inspection Reports
Top scores went to Bull City Eatery, Ernestine’s Caribbean Cuisine, Good 4 the Soul, Mama Voula’s, Mesas Food Truck, Second Helpings NC, Tacos & Pupusas El Yigo, Taqueria La Fiesta 3, Tropical Delights, and Vane Hot Burger, all scoring a perfect 100 with no demerits.
![[SoDu Shopping Basket] Grocery Average Dips as Aldi Stays Cheapest](https://storage.ghost.io/c/50/33/50334374-93a7-4cf9-ba69-d7d51c63be2a/content/images/size/w600/2026/06/shopping618.png)
SoDu Shopping Basket
The average basket falls to $66.45 this week, with Aldi ($51.33) lowest overall and Fresh Market ($101.73) highest - a $50.40 spread for the same 17 staples.
![[SeeGov Enhanced] Planning Commission Backs 400 Homes Near Farrington Road](https://storage.ghost.io/c/50/33/50334374-93a7-4cf9-ba69-d7d51c63be2a/content/images/size/w600/2026/07/farrington715.png)
Development
Commissioners advanced plans for 350 apartments and 50 townhomes, despite concerns about traffic, crowded schools, and the pace of growth in southwest Durham.
![[Reader Review] Toy Story 5 - William P.](https://storage.ghost.io/c/50/33/50334374-93a7-4cf9-ba69-d7d51c63be2a/content/images/size/w600/2026/07/toystory5715.png)
reader reviews
What William didn't like: "Taylor Swift end credit TD song, not enough Slinky Dog or Mr. Potato Head, and zero Army men."
![[SeeGov Enhanced] Durham County Approves AbbVie Incentive](https://storage.ghost.io/c/50/33/50334374-93a7-4cf9-ba69-d7d51c63be2a/content/images/size/w600/2026/07/abbvie714.png)
News
County commissioners also honored civil rights leader Dr. Virginia Williams and approved funding for transit improvements, ambulances, family support, and other county services.
Life and Legacy
Honoring lives recently lost in the Durham community, with upcoming services and remembrances.
sodu crime watch
This week’s SoDu Crime Watch review covers 66 public-facing incident listings from South Durham, southwest Durham and southeast/RTP-edge corridors.
SoDu Shopping Basket
The average basket rises to $66.72 this week, with Aldi ($51.43) lowest overall and Fresh Market ($102.53) highest - a $51.10 spread for the same 17 staples.
News
Nonprofits and festival organizers working with nonprofit fiscal agents can apply through Aug. 12 for city support, with workshops planned July 8 and July 15.
youth sports
Swimmers from Woodcroft, Hope Valley Country Club, Garrett Farms, Umstead Pines, Five Oaks, and other Durham Summer Swim League teams posted top finishes July 5 at Greensboro Aquatic Center.
