[SoDu Sunrise Showcase] Vaccines a Shot in the Arm for Durham Economy?
Merck's big new Durham venture. That and more in the latest SoDu Sunrise Showcase.
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DPS Weighs $2M Staffing Contract Amid 31 Special Education Teacher Openings
Outside instructors could help fill classrooms while completing a pathway to become licensed DPS teachers. The board also will consider an online graduation program, expanded i-Ready access, climate planning, and more than $6 million in technology and building projects.
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[VIDEO] Durham Data Center Loophole
Neighborhood News Guy Wes Platt ponders Durham County Board of Commissioners Vice Chair Nida Allam's choice to vote against the data center moratorium, while also pushing for amendments to strengthen the moratorium.
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[Gallery] Back to School in Durham
Durham Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Anthony Lewis led administrators in visits to campuses that were back in session on Monday.
Gun, Ammunition Found at Southern High on Tuesday
Two students were held for questioning after Durham County Sheriff's deputies made the discovery while investigating a report involving another student.