News
Durham weighs $32.4 million design contract for Jordan Lake water plant
Durham’s growing, and so is its need for drinking water. What’s next for a proposed Jordan Lake water plant on Farrington Road?
SoDu Shopping Basket
Aldi retakes the lead as SoDu grocery average holds near $67
Walmart’s basket bounced back by $3.55, Fresh Market dropped $6.20, and South Durham’s overall grocery average barely moved. Here’s what changed this week.
Life and Legacy
In Memoriam: Durham Obituaries – Sept. 15, 2026
Honoring lives recently lost in the Durham community, with upcoming services and remembrances.
youth sports
Jordan, Southern bring Friday night football home to South Durham
Where are you cheering this week? Our guide covers 46 games and meets, from Monday middle school matchups to Friday night football at Jordan and Southern.
News
How the war against Iran is squeezing oil supplies and raising Durham fuel prices
Diesel is near $6 in Durham. Here’s how tanker attacks, disrupted oil routes, and limited U.S. protection windows are driving costs closer to home.
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sodu crime watch
[SoDu Crime Watch] Another rough week for parked cars
Police reports included 52 thefts from vehicles, 10 motor vehicle thefts, and three reports involving vehicle parts or accessories from Sept. 4-10. Here’s where they were reported and what else stood out.
baby safety month
Baby Safety Month: Six checks that could make your home safer
September offers parents and caregivers a reminder to inspect sleep spaces, car seats, secondhand baby gear, and the everyday places where hazards can hide.
News
Durham’s reservoirs 46% full as Stage 2 water restrictions continue
The city reports 103 days of readily accessible reservoir water, but additional reserves bring Durham’s estimated total supply to 170 days.
SoDu Shopping Basket
Walmart takes lead as average SoDu Shopping Basket climbs
The average 17-item basket rose about $1 this week, while Walmart posted the biggest decline and Harris Teeter recorded the largest increase.
Schools
OneFundraiser returns to Hope Valley Elementary
Hope Valley Elementary’s eight-day campaign aims to raise $40,000 for recess equipment, student support, teacher grants, and a gaga ball pit.
durham
Durham brings back $10,000 aid for Fayetteville Street businesses
A yearlong city program will offer money, coaching, training, and technical help to qualifying businesses along the historic corridor.
Life and Legacy
In Memoriam: Durham Obituaries – Sept. 8, 2026
Honoring lives recently lost in the Durham community, with upcoming services and remembrances.