Student U Taking Lead of Durham's Community Schools
This transition is aimed at sustaining and expanding the initiative, which focuses on addressing students’ academic, social, and economic needs by connecting schools with community resources.
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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.