Wes Platt

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[SoDu Sunrise Showcase] Making It Up As We Go Along?

Really enjoyed watching improv at Mettlesome over the weekend. Plus, what's in the latest Durham Police Department crime report? That and more in the new SoDu Sunrise Showcase.

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Mixed Results for Durham PD in Latest Report

The report accounts for Jan. 1 to Dec. 31, 2024, and includes information about shifts in violent and property crimes, clearance rates, response times, staffing levels, and noteworthy law enforcement efforts.

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SoDu Week in Review - March 1, 2025

What happened to your property values under the new Durham County reappraisal? That and more in the latest SoDu Week in Review!

Marriage Applications

[Dearly Beloved] Durham Marriage Applications - Feb. 8-21, 2025 [SoDu Crew Premium Feature]

Crossword Puzzles

[Crossword] Diplomatic Immunity

Fire Safety

[SoDu Alert] Fire Weather Watch Issued in Durham

The watch covers Saturday morning through evening. Winds from the west will be 15 mph, gusting 20 to 35 mph.

education

[SoDu How-To] "Tale" of Good Citizenship?

The U.S. Department of Education wants citizens to rat out schools that adhere to DEI principles. Here's another way you can help. Maybe?

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[SoDu Sunrise Showcase] That Ticking Mailbox

Are you ready for the latest Durham County property appraisals? They go out in the mail today. Plus, NC Schools Superintendent Mo Green is coming to Durham in April! That and more in the latest SoDu Sunrise Showcase.

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[Gallery] Black History Night at Hope Valley Elementary School

Hope Valley Elementary School hosted Black History Night on Thursday, Feb. 27.

Family Budget

SoDu Shopping Basket - Feb. 28, 2025 [SoDu Crew Premium Feature]

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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[SoDu Alert] Brace Yourselves: Durham County Property Reappraisals Are Imminent

With Durham’s booming real estate market, rapid population growth, and surging home prices, many residents could find their updated assessments to be a wake-up call.

education

State Schools Superintendent Plans Durham Visit in April

State Superintendent Maurice "Mo" Green is traveling throughout North Carolina to listen and learn from community stakeholders.