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Looking for A Youth Sport? Try the SoDu We Play Guide
Search 41 South Durham-area programs, from ballet and fencing to swimming, soccer, hockey, and more.
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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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Woodcroft Extension Funding in City Council Package
Monday’s City Council vote would update funding agreements for Woodcroft Parkway and four other South Durham transportation projects, but it wouldn’t authorize construction.
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Revised Rocky Branch Project Plan Returns to Durham Planning Commission
The Virgil Road proposal now calls for up to 190 homes and stronger stormwater protections. Thompson Village and two annexation-related rezonings also are on the Aug. 11 agenda.
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Durham Chamber Calls for Targeted Data Center Rules
As Durham pauses new data center approvals, the Greater Durham Chamber of Commerce is urging city and county leaders to distinguish between business-serving facilities and massive projects that could strain local resources.
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[Gallery] Cars and Coffee June 2026
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Durham Libraries Backpedal on Pride Display Directive
County commissioners on Friday called for restoration of displays and the removal of restrictions on LGBTQ+ materials.
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[Letter to the Editor] Durham Should Fund Family Drug Treatment Court
Retired Judge Nancy Gordon says opioid settlement dollars should support family reunification and recovery.
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[SeeGov] Durham NC Board of Commissioners: Libraries, Animal Shelter, and School Pay Debates
During a June 2 work session, commissioners continued discussions about priorities in the upcoming 2026-27 budget.
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[Gallery] Major Minors Field Day 2026
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[SeeGov] Durham County Budget Hearing Centers on Calls for Higher DPS Classified Staff Pay
At Tuesday's public hearing, school workers and advocates urged Durham County commissioners to fully fund Durham Public Schools and raise support staff pay to a living wage.
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[SeeGov] Durham County Proposes $10.9M Increase for Public Schools
That's less than half what Durham Public Schools has requested for the upcoming school year, hoping to cover higher wages for classified staff.