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Looking for A Youth Sport? Try the SoDu We Play Guide
Search 41 South Durham-area programs, from ballet and fencing to swimming, soccer, hockey, and more.
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New: The SoDu We Support Farmers Markets Guide
Fresh produce. Local eggs. Flowers. Baked goods. Meat. Seafood. Crafts. Prepared foods. Maybe a tomato that actually tastes like a tomato.
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[SeeGov Enhanced] Durham Schools Cuts $498K from Outside EC Teacher Contract
On Thursday, the Board of Education approved a less expensive Unlimited Instruction agreement, advanced a $5.3M classroom tech purchase, and celebrated students and employees.
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Water Demand Increases Despite Growing Lake Levels
Stage 2 restrictions remain in effect for City of Durham water customers as of Aug. 27.
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[SoDu Stuff to Do] Your Weekend Ahead - Aug. 27, 2026
What's in the SoDu Events Calendar for this weekend? Southpoint Access provides a few highlights to consider!
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[VIDEO] $2M Teacher Fix
Neighborhood News Guy Wes Platt explores the latest effort by Durham Public Schools to repair the gap in its exception children teaching staff. The Board of Education tonight is expected to consider a contract with Unlimited Instruction.
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DPS Weighs $2M Staffing Contract Amid 31 Special Education Teacher Openings
Outside instructors could help fill classrooms while completing a pathway to become licensed DPS teachers. The board also will consider an online graduation program, expanded i-Ready access, climate planning, and more than $6 million in technology and building projects.
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[VIDEO] Durham Data Center Loophole
Neighborhood News Guy Wes Platt ponders Durham County Board of Commissioners Vice Chair Nida Allam's choice to vote against the data center moratorium, while also pushing for amendments to strengthen the moratorium.
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[Gallery] Back to School in Durham
Durham Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Anthony Lewis led administrators in visits to campuses that were back in session on Monday.
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Gun, Ammunition Found at Southern High on Tuesday
Two students were held for questioning after Durham County Sheriff's deputies made the discovery while investigating a report involving another student.
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Durham County Pauses Hyperscale Data Centers
However, the moratorium moves forward with exceptions for projects smaller than 100,000 square feet despite public opposition.
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[SoDu We Learn DPS Governance] How DPS Board Committees Shape School Decisions Before the Final Vote
This explainer looks at recent Durham Public Schools committee work, including classroom technology, solar planning, budget transparency, and policy updates.