SoDu Morning Brief: Weather, Halloween Activity Ideas, Durham Obituaries
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Today’s South Durham Weather Forecast (Oct. 14, 2025)
Expect a mild fall day in South Durham with partly sunny skies and highs near 74°F. Winds may gust up to 21 mph. Tonight brings partly cloudy skies and cooler temps around 54°F.
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🎃 7 Trick-or-Treat Alternatives for Halloween Fun in South Durham
Looking for family-friendly Halloween ideas in South Durham? While trick-or-treating is a classic tradition, there are plenty of creative, safe, and fun alternatives - perfect for kids, teens, or adults who want to celebrate the spooky season differently.
Whether you live in Woodcroft, Parkwood, Hope Valley Farms, or near The Streets at Southpoint mall, these Halloween activities offer festive options for every household.
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🕯️ Durham Obituaries – Oct. 14, 2025
| Name | Age | Date of Death | Service Details | Funeral Home |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laura Guillory McCullough | 73 | Oct. 11 | No services planned | Hudson Funeral Home & Cremation Services |
| Raymond Alston | 86 | Oct. 10 | No services listed | Ellis D. Jones Funeral & Cremation Service |
| Pamela Cooper | 68 | Oct. 10 | No services listed | Ellis D. Jones Funeral & Cremation Service |
| Deborah “Debbie” Hobbs Higgs | 72 | Oct. 10 | Service plans pending | Hudson Funeral Home & Cremation Services |
| Carolyn Robertson Tippett | 88 | Oct. 9 | Oct. 14, 2 p.m., Hope Valley Baptist Church, Durham | Clements Funeral & Cremation Services |
| Celledric Conrad | 51 | Oct. 8 | No services listed | Holloway Memorial Funeral Home |
| Norma Lee Middleton | 70 | Oct. 8 | Oct. 14, 12 p.m., Mt. Calvary United Church of Christ, Durham | Holloway Memorial Funeral Home |
| Gerrie Lou Watkins Little | 89 | Oct. 8 | Oct. 14, 1 p.m., Bethesda Baptist Church, Durham | Hudson Funeral Home & Cremation Services |
| Callie Clark Yarborough | 72 | Oct. 7 | Oct. 16, 12 p.m., New Life Christian Center, Durham | Burthey Funeral Service |
| Carolina Chatelain Szerelmey | 90 | Oct. 7 | No services listed | American Cremation & Funeral Service |
| Jerry N. Doyle | 76 | Oct. 6 | Oct. 15, 1 p.m., Burthey Funeral Chapel, Durham | Burthey Funeral Service |
| David Causey | 84 | Oct. 5 | Services held Oct. 10 | Clements Funeral & Cremation Services |
| Barbara Holeman Craig | 75 | Oct. 5 | Oct. 15, 12 p.m., American Cremation & Funeral Service, Durham | American Cremation & Funeral Service |
| Jimmie Bernice Daniels Kelly | — | Oct. 5 | Celebration of life held Oct. 9 | American Cremation & Funeral Service |
| Fannie Odessa Dixon | 76 | Oct. 5 | Services held Oct. 11 | Fisher Memorial Funeral Parlor |
| Wilbert J. Hamilton | 88 | Oct. 5 | Oct. 14, 11 a.m., Burthey Funeral Chapel, Durham | Burthey Funeral Service |
| Edna Harper | 89 | Oct. 5 | Services held Oct. 10 | Burthey Funeral Service |
| Jean Ray Lucas | 86 | Oct. 5 | Services held Oct. 9 | Clements Funeral & Cremation Services |
| Larry Wayne Daniels | 80 | Oct. 4 | Services held Oct. 10 | American Cremation & Funeral Service |
| Peggy JoAnn Gaskins-Spencer | 72 | Oct. 4 | Oct. 25, 12 p.m., Peace Missionary Baptist Church, Durham | — |
| Doreon Eddie Allen | 30 | Oct. 3 | Services held Oct. 11 | Hanes Funeral Home |
| Rose Ann Cutrara | 98 | Oct. 3 | Oct. 18, 2 p.m., Grace Church of Chapel Hill | Clements Funeral & Cremation Services |
| Jean Farrow Holleman | 96 | Oct. 3 | Private family service | Hall-Wynne Funeral Service |
| DeWarren Kiajuan Langley | 41 | Oct. 3 | Services held Oct. 13 | Holloway Memorial Funeral Home |
| Jamal DeJardris Parker | 36 | Oct. 2 | Oct. 24, 1 p.m., Peace Missionary Baptist Church, Durham | Holloway Memorial Funeral Home |
| Tikeon Holloway | 20 | Oct. 1 | No services scheduled yet | Peaks & Waters Memorial Funeral Care |
| James David Lore | 85 | Sept. 30 | No services listed | Clements Funeral & Cremation Services |
| Johnetta Maria Black Hodges | 75 | Sept. 29 | Services held Oct. 11 | Burthey Funeral Service |
| Elaine “The Hat Lady” Hall Moore | — | Sept. 27 | Services held Oct. 2 | Burthey Funeral Service |
| Michael Allyn Pote | 44 | Sept. 25 | Services held Oct. 11 | — |
| Gladis L. “Abu” Vazquez | 83 | Sept. 24 | Services held Oct. 11 | Burthey Funeral Service |
| Kara June Mason III | 50 | Sept. 11 | Services held Sept. 19 | Burthey Funeral Service |
| Troy Anthony Bunch | 54 | Sept. 9 | Services held Sept. 27 | Burthey Funeral Service |
| Richard Earl McDuffie | 73 | Sept. 7 | Services held Sept. 15 | Burthey Funeral Service |
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DURHAM PUBLIC SCHOOLS
The local public school district wants to fill numerous positions, but is particularly keen to bring in new EC (exceptional children) teachers and transportation workers. Also, DPS offers alternative certification tracks for potential educators coming from fields without a background in teaching.
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🍽️ Durham Public School Lunch Today
🍎 Elementary & Middle Schools
- Entree Options: Chicken filet sandwich or veggie burger on bun.
- Side Options: Sweet potato waffle fries, mixed vegetables, fruit choice.
🎓 High Schools
- Entree Options: Double cheeseburger on bun or veggie burger on bun.
- Side Options: Oven potatoes, barbecue baked beans, fruit choice.
📌 All student meals are free. Menus include choice of milk, fresh fruit, and 100% juice. Items subject to change. Get the full week of menus here.
Today in South Durham: 5 Things to Do (Oct. 14, 2025)
Morning
- Ready, Set, Baby (Family Matters Durham @ Southwest Regional Library), 10 a.m.–12 p.m.: Family Matters Durham leads a hands-on prenatal session covering newborn basics and local parent resources. Great for first-time parents in South Durham.
Afternoon
- Drop-In Tech: Snap Circuits (Durham County Library @ Southwest Regional Library), 3–5 p.m.: A Durham County Library drop-in where kids explore electronics with Snap Circuits. STEM fun after school.
- Durham Public Art Committee (Durham Government @ El Futuro), 4:30–6 p.m.: Public meeting on arts in the Bull City; hear updates and share input on upcoming installations and programs.
- Durham Planning Commission (Durham Government @ City Hall), 5:30–7:30 p.m.: Key Durham Government hearing for rezoning and development proposals. Stay informed on growth in and around South Durham.
Evening
- Terror Tuesdays: Halloween Movie Nights (Ponysaurus), 8–10 p.m.: Cozy up in the beer garden for a spooky seasonal screening. Craft beer + cult classics = peak October in Durham.
📅 More local happenings on the SoDu Events Calendar.
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