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What's up with the state legislature in Raleigh? Did you know there's a new bank branch coming to Ellis Crossing? Plus, Preston Wilson makes his debut with a column about Champagne for Valentine's Day!
Durham Activities
cafeteria menus
Breakfast and lunch are free for all DPS students this year. Menus are subject to change without notice. Schools release early on Feb. 14.
South Durham Business
The building is expected to be 2,805 square feet, according to Durham Planning Department records.
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Moriah Ridge falls short with the Durham City Council, while Durham Public Schools may reduce its shortfall with grant money once earmarked for affordable teacher housing. And what are state GOP lawmakers working on that should matter to neighbors in South Durham?
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Nerdspresso
In the fourth episode, we lament the badness and squandered potential of Section 31, the new Star Trek movie.
state government
These bills, introduced by Republican senators, address issues such as concealed carry laws, student participation in public school activities, and restrictions on legal challenges to presidential executive orders.
Family Budget
Get store-by-store comparisons of prices for grocery staples available in the South Durham area. Available to SoDu Crew and other supporters of Southpoint Access with their paid newsletter subscription.
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What price will Durham Public Schools pay by shifting philanthropic funds to balance this year's budget? Plus, N.C. launches a PowerSchool investigation.
durham public schools
Durham schools using the new responsibility zones – areas where school bus service is discontinued, leaving families to rely on carpool, bicycles, or walking – apparently have managed the first 10 days without any crises.
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Data Security
In December 2024, a hacker got into PowerSchool’s system, which potentially exposed Social Security numbers, names of minors, and medical and disciplinary information. Durham Public Schools indicated that it appeared more likely that some staff data may have been exposed in the breach.
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School transportation leaders are set to give an update to the Durham Public Schools Board of Education. Plus, The Makery's coming to Boxyard RTP, there's a new episode of SoDu We Like Local News, and Jordan High School athletes celebrated signing day!