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Birth Reports
[Welcome to the World] Durham Births – Dec. 22, 2024 to Jan. 1, 2025
Congratulations to Phani Someshwar Hari and Arpita Das, parents of Sri Medha Hari, who appeared to be Durham's first baby of 2025!
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South Durham Business
Starbucks Now Gunning for Bean Traders?
It's not clear how soon the ubiquitous coffee chain might open its doors at this site.
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Obituaries
[In Memoriam] Durham Obituaries - Jan. 7, 2025
Dec. 4, 2024 * Alan Joel Harris, 49. Services held on Jan. 4. Dec. 16, 2024 * Baby Boy Kymani Jemal Tillman, infant. No services listed. Dec. 20, 2024 * Mary Elizabeth Monk Jones, 93. Services held on Jan. 4. Dec. 21, 2024 * Deborah Pipkin Garner, 71. Services held on Jan. 4. Dec.
durham public schools
Durham School Transportation Plans May Be Clearer This Week
The DPS transportation team worked through the holiday break to develop plans for family responsibility zones – areas around 21 Durham elementary schools where, by default, parents now would be expected to either drive their children to school or allow them to walk or ride a bicycle.
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[SoDu Alert] Durham Schools Delay Again on Jan. 7
Temperatures dropping into the 20s overnight could freeze puddles and cause dangerous road conditions around Durham.
Durham Dining
South Durham Restaurant Inspection Scores for January 2025
In this report, we delve into recent reports on restaurants in the 27707 zipcode. These reports were filed between Oct. 1 and Dec. 31, 2024.
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Durham Public Schools: Menus for Jan. 6-10, 2025
Breakfast and lunch are free for all DPS students this year. Menus are subject to change without notice.
Durham Activities
Durham Activities - Jan. 6-11, 2025
Jan. 6, 2025 * Durham Board of County Commissioners Work Session. 9 a.m. Administration I Building, second floor, commissioners’ chambers. 200 E. Main St. (Durham County) * Play Café: 10:30 a.m. Babies, toddlers, and preschoolers are welcome. Play is one of the five key early practices that can promote
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Durham Public Schools Delayed on Jan. 6
Before-school programs also are operating on a two-hour delay. The district asked that employees designated as essential personnel during inclement weather should report to work "as directed by their supervisor."
Criminal Incident Reports
South Durham Criminal Incident Reports for January 2025
This data highlights the need for a multi-faceted approach to address property and violent crimes while supporting victims and enhancing overall community safety.
Southpoint Access
SoDu Week in Review - Jan. 4, 2025
SoDu Week in Review provides a quick recap of what you need to know about news in our South Durham neighborhoods.
Podcast
SoDu We Like Local News Episode 4: School Board Surprise!
The Durham Public Schools Board of Education switched things up and wants to move on transportation options on Jan. 6 - without public comment.