Wes Platt

Locally Aware

South Durham Crime Report: Holiday Shopping Season Brings Boost in Car Break-Ins

More than half the reported incidents last week involved vehicles that were either burglarized or stolen.

Games

[WordroW] Chilling Out

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

durham public schools

[SoDu Alert] No School for DPS Students Tuesday Over Road Ice Concerns

All district facilities are closed and all activities are cancelled while the district waits for roads to thaw after a night of subfreezing temperatures.

durham public schools

[SoDu Alert] Durham Public Schools Closed Dec. 8 Due to Weather

All district facilities are closed and all activities are cancelled ahead of expected inclement weather.

Games

[WordroW] Candidate Calling

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

Games

[WordroW] Tinsel Time

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

sodu week in review

Changes Ahead for DPS Board of Education

District 3 representative Jessica Carda-Auten won't seek re-election in March 2026. Plus, catch up on Thursday's Durham City Council work session.

Games

[WordroW] Worrisome Weather

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

durham public schools

[SoDu Alert] Durham Public Schools Closed Dec. 5 Due to Weather

All students have shifted to remote learning on Friday. Packets went home with elementary school students, while middle and high school students can check for work on Canvas.

Games

[WordroW] Lofting Away

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

Kitchen Table

SoDu Shopping Basket: Walmart Holds Lowest Grocery Basket in South Durham as Prices Stabilize

Food Lion and Target also offer competitive totals, while Fresh Market remains nearly $43 higher for the same items. This week’s SoDu Shopping Basket shows slight price drops across most stores.

Videos

[Video] Have a Handcrafted SoDu Holiday Season

Holiday makers, civic updates, and how to advertise for $50 - while supporting Hope Valley PTA.