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Office Hours March 2, 2026: Dr. Kelvin Bullock, Maureen Joy Charter School

In his first month, Dr. Bullock talks mission, momentum, and bridging divides between charters and traditional public schools.

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"Grandfathered" Uses: What Can Stay, Expand, Rebuild, or Change

When nonconforming uses, lots, and structures can continue, and when they can’t.

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[WordroW] Discuss - March 2, 2026

A daily, hyper-local word/phrase challenge pulled from recent Southpoint Access coverage.

SoDu Signs

SoDu Signs: Horoscopes for March 2, 2026

Your daily astrological forecast from the friendliest corner of the cosmos.

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Unified Development Ordinance Glossary

Plain-English definitions for the zoning terms you’ll see in Durham notices, staff reports, and neighborhood meetings.

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Height, Setbacks, Density: Rules That Decide Building Size and Shape

Why two nearby lots can have totally different outcomes.

The Gourmand Next Door

Cali's Big Red

As I’ve noted, Cab Sav tends to be quarrelsome as it begins life. If you are looking for an immediate bottle to drink, look to the past. 

Southpoint Access

Ask Wes Platt Anything (Paid Subscriber Opportunity)

Ask me anything: Durham, the newsletter, and the occasional hill I’ll die on.

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Housing Types in Durham: ADUs, Duplexes, Townhouses, and More

More housing doesn’t always mean big apartments - here are the in-between options Durham regulates.

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[WordroW] Attention Grabber - Feb. 28, 2026

A daily, hyper-local word/phrase challenge pulled from recent Southpoint Access coverage.

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U.S., Israel Begin Strikes on Tehran

The attacks, which appear to target leadership sites with regime change as a motive, do not have Congressional authorization.

SoDu Signs

SoDu Signs: Horoscopes for Feb. 28, 2026

Your daily astrological forecast from the friendliest corner of the cosmos.