Durham-Born Books on Break Goes Statewide
Each child received 10 free, self-selected books to build a home library, with the goal of sparking joy in reading and helping prevent the “summer slide” in literacy skills.
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DPS Cancels Weekend Events and Activities
Severe weather expected in the region this weekend prompted Durham Public Schools to take this step.
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[Nerdspresso] A Nerdy News Round-Up - Jan. 23, 2026
Sinners breaks records ahead of the Oscars, He-Man trailer, and the return of For All Mankind - plus new releases in comics, novels, and games!
10 Essential Tips for Ice Storm Preparation in SoDu
From securing your yard to tracking outages with Duke Energy, here’s a practical, checklist to keep your household safe, warm, and informed.
SoDu Shopping Basket: Steady Prices Keep Walmart on Top
Walmart leads at $51.95, with Target ($53.55) and Food Lion ($54.91) close behind. Fresh Market tops $94.93 - a $42.98 gap for the same 17 staples.