Survey: Durham Residents Give High Marks to City Services, Quality of Life
According to the 2024 survey, 79% of residents rate Durham as an excellent or good place to live, while 77% say it’s an excellent or good place to work.
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[SoDu We Grow] Two projects leave the list as South Durham’s development calendar fills up
The Southpoint Access development guide now tracks 30 active cases, with new meeting and hearing dates stretching into January.
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[SoDu We Dine] Two restaurants gain 6 points in latest South Durham inspection update
All 12 newly added reports received A grades, including a perfect 100 at a New Hope Commons Subway.
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[SoDu We Take a Break] All treats, no tricks
Treat yourself to a little midweek fun with a local news quiz, a crossword puzzle, and a Halloween coloring page for kids and grown-ups alike.
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[SoDu We Work] Holiday work, school programs, and utilities jobs
Looking for work close to home? This week’s SoDu We Work update adds 53 listings, from Southpoint retail and school programs to county utilities and campus jobs.