Obituaries
SoDu Morning Brief: Keep an Umbrella Handy
Plus, remembering Durham neighbors who recently passed away in the latest Southpoint Access obituaries.
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local business
Relentless Collision Seeks Two UDO Variances
Two variances tied to Relentless Collision on MLK Jr. Parkway - an 8-foot fence near the street and no vehicle-stacking at an unstaffed gate - are on Tuesday’s Durham Board of Adjustment agenda, with staff recommending denial based on UDO standards.
sodu we watch our government
SoDu We Watch Our Government: Durham Board of County Commissioners - Oct. 27, 2025
Tonight at 7 p.m., the Durham Board of County Commissioners meets at 200 E. Main St. Watch for an ARPA childcare boost (GI pilot paused), EOC commissioning, OES Fleet GMP #2, LMI home energy retrofits, opioid fund shift, property-tax refunds, ceremonial items, and early-voting info.
Your Week Ahead
SoDu Morning Brief: Rain Likely Tonight, Durham Commissioners Meet
Plus, a look at what's happening today in and around South Durham, from Movie Monday at the library to board game night at Moon Dog Meadery.
durham public schools
Durham Public Schools Cafeteria Menu: What’s for Lunch Oct. 27-31, 2025
Year-round schools are open all week (traditional schools are off Monday), and DPS cafeterias are serving student favorites - from cheeseburgers and corndogs to pasta and pizza Friday. Here’s what’s cooking across Durham.
sodu week in review
SoDu Week in Review: Tenants' Rights Victory, Early Voting Onward, HVE PTA Commitment
Durham City Council passed new ordinance aimed at landlords with dangerous rentals, South Regional Library seems most popular early voting spot, and Southpoint Access commits revenue share to Hope Valley Elementary.
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Durham 2025 Early Voting: ~3,800 Ballots Cast; South Regional Library Leads
With about a week left, roughly 60% of early voters are women, most are Democrats or unaffiliated, and ages 41+ dominate. Early voting runs through Nov. 1; Election Day is Nov. 4. South Regional Library tops turnout so far.
Viewpoints and Voices
SoDu Morning Brief: Jordan High Students Hosted a U.S. Rep and Hope Valley Students Picked Pumpkins
Meanwhile, Friday should be off to a chilly start, but what scares await at some spooktacular Halloween events? And how does "Something Wicked This Way Comes" hold up after all these years?
Kitchen Table
SoDu Morning Brief: Continued Fire Danger, Grocery Deals, and School Support Effort
Fire danger in effect; sunny 71°F. Durham Night Market, Bright Black’s reading club, rooftop Witches Night Out, and this week’s SoDu shopping basket.
Southpoint Access
Southpoint Access: Supporting Hope Valley Elementary PTA
Between now and Dec. 31, 2025, Southpoint Access will share a portion of subscriptions, donations, and sponsorships to support the Hope Valley Elementary PTA and South Durham classrooms.
Locally Aware
SoDu Morning Brief: Increased Fire Risk, Weekly Crime Update, Durham Tenants' Rights
Your weekday local lowdown, powered by Southpoint Access. 💌 [Subscribe Free] | [Support Local Stories] Today’s South Durham Weather Forecast (Oct. 22, 2025) Heads up: Increased Fire Danger, 11 a.m.–7 p.m. today. Dry air (relative humidity 25–30%) plus westerly winds 15–20 mph, gusts 20–25 mph
Obituaries
SoDu Morning Brief: Hope Valley Spirit Night, DPS Jobs & Today’s Events
Sunshine and a light breeze this afternoon, cooler tonight near 50°. Support Hope Valley Elementary at Tomato Jake’s, see today’s obits, free school meals, DPS hiring needs, and a full rundown of Oct. 21 happenings across South Durham.