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[VIDEO] Dris Eats the Streets 3: Nerra
Idrissa A. Smith takes us to dinner at seafood-focused Nerra on the east side of downtown Durham.
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Early Voting Push, Wildlife Win, Biogen Chat & Community Notes
Wes Platt recaps Durham early voting (3,800 ballots; last day Nov. 1), who’s on the 2025 municipal ballot, a $30K boost for Piedmont Wildlife Center, Jordan High’s visit from Rep. Valerie Foushee, a year-end Hope Valley Elementary PTA pledge, and more.
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From Boot Camp to Bioreactors: Julie & Bill Christiansen on MS, Biogen at RTP, and South Durham Updates
Former Marines Julie and Bill Christiansen share their multiple sclerosis journey and life at Biogen’s RTP site - 30 years strong - plus: SoDu Shopping Basket, Kinya Ramen opening next week, the Family Resource Guide, and our pledge to support the Hope Valley Elementary PTA through Dec. 31.
Commentary
[Commentary] Why North Carolina's Governor Can't Veto a Redistricting Bill
North Carolina’s GOP leaders are rushing a mid-decade redraw ahead of the 2026 midterms - while the governor’s hands are tied by a 1990s deal that exempted redistricting from veto power.
Local Government
SoDu We Watch Our Government: Durham Public Schools Board of Education - Oct. 21
From 32 e-buses for Durham schools to classified pay and DPSF grants, here’s where the money goes and what changes for students.
Local Government
SoDu We Watch Our Government: Durham City Council - Oct. 20
What’s on deck: tenant protections, Third Fork Creek and Rail Trail momentum, 160 income-restricted apartments near Page Road, and key rezonings - with multiple chances for public comment.
Health
Southpoint Event Aims to Raise Awareness About Breast Cancer
Join The Streets at Southpoint on Oct. 19 for breast cancer education, mammogram scheduling assistance, and retailer-donated giveaways - all to benefit North Carolina’s Pretty in Pink Foundation.
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SoDu Tech Watch: Why South Durham Parents Should Pay Attention to OpenAI’s Sora
A parent-first guide to Sora, the AI video app blurring truth and fiction - and what South Durham families and DPS can do about deepfakes and hoaxes.
SoDu How-To
[SoDu How-To] Register & Vote in Durham’s November 2025 Election
Find out how to register, vote early, update your info, and avoid common issues before Durham’s November 2025 municipal election. This is your all-in-one voter guide for South Durham.
Local Government
SoDu We Watch Our Government: Durham City Council - Oct. 6
Durham City Council meets Oct. 6 to discuss City Manager contract powers, Chicken Hut landmark status, and a southeast Durham annexation proposal.
Local Government
SoDu We Watch Our Government: Durham Public Schools Work Session - Oct. 7
DPS board meets Oct. 7 to review staff pay, Chromebook purchase, school safety, and more. Key updates for Durham families, staff, and students.
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Game On, South Durham! Join the Rivalry & Fund Local Journalism
Rivalry for a Reason: Back Your Team, Support South Durham News!