BioMérieux Backs Book Babies Durham with €197,953 Grant
Three-year bioMérieux investment will deepen outreach to Durham families facing early-learning barriers with home visits, 100 books, and coaching from birth to age 5.
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[SoDu Business Watch] New Biz Filings in April 2026
Here’s a look at the newest business filings tied to South Durham and nearby communities, based on North Carolina Secretary of State records.
Mangum Street Closes Tonight
The closure between Pettigrew Street and Jackie Robinson Drive is expected to end at 6 a.m. on Friday.
SoDu Shopping Basket: Aldi Stays Lowest as Overall Price Gap Narrows This Week
Aldi leads at $51.25, with Walmart ($54.44) and Food Lion ($54.86) close behind. Fresh Market tops $85.70 - a $34.45 spread for the same 17 staples.
DPS Board to Confront Chronic Absenteeism, Law Enforcement Policy Changes
Thursday’s agenda also includes legislative priorities, a ThoughtExchange contract renewal, and budget amendments