SoDu We Watch Local Government: Durham Public Schools Board of Education - Sept. 24, 2025
Big-ticket items include staff pay survey, $1.26M Chromebook buy, Alston Ave. site proposals, and major policy overhaul amid ongoing budget delays.
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[SeeGov Enhanced] Durham council mourns fallen firefighter, debates encampment response
Durham council members remembered firefighter Andrew Brokes, then debated encampment policy, park cleanup, and November ballot amendments. They also reviewed a $2.6 million City Hall project.
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[SoDu We Dine] Two South Durham restaurants receive B grades in latest inspections
Ten South Durham food-service spots were inspected Oct. 1-7. Two earned B grades, and one climbed nine points back into A territory. Did one of your regular stops make the list?
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[SoDu Stuff to Do] Your Weekend Ahead - Oct. 8, 2026
What's in the SoDu Events Calendar for this weekend? Southpoint Access provides a few highlights to consider!
Durham’s weekend rain forecast rises as Isaias strengthens
Isaias could bring Durham 1 to 2 inches of rain, mainly late Saturday into Sunday morning. Rain may clear later Sunday, but the timing could still change.