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U.S. Seems to Be At War Again

We've bombed the Venezuelan capital, Caracas, and we took President Nicolas Maduro and his wife into custody.

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Durham Public Schools Cafeteria Menu: What’s for Lunch Jan. 5-9, 2026

Students are back from winter break, and DPS cafeterias are ready with a full week of free breakfasts and lunches - from nachos and chicken nuggets to pizza Friday. Here’s what’s on the menu Jan. 5–9 across Durham Public Schools.

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[SoDu How-To] Apply for the 2026-27 Durham Public Schools Magnet Lottery

A clear, step-by-step guide for Durham families to apply to DPS magnet, Early College, CTE, and year-round programs for 2026–27 - what to know, how to rank choices, key dates, and who to call.

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DPS Board Holds Special Meeting, Punts Open Session to January

Agenda included talking with attorney, discussing personnel matters, and plans related to dealing with school violence.

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Only One Incumbent Remains in DPS Board of Education Race

Bettina Umstead seeks to hold onto her District 2 DPS seat in the upcoming March election.

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Office Hours Dec. 18, 2025: Lauren Sartain, DPS Board of Education District 3 Candidate

Early voting starts in February, with the one-and-done election set for March 3.

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Office Hours Dec. 17, 2025: Peter Crawford, DPS Board of Education District 3 Candidate

Early voting starts in February, with the one-and-done election set for March 3.

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Durham Public Schools Cafeteria Menu: What’s for Lunch Dec. 15-19, 2025

We head into winter break with meatball subs, chicken pot pie, and more. Here’s the full breakfast and lunch menu for Dec. 15–19 across Durham Public Schools.

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County Approves New Non-Emergency Ambulance Franchises

Plus, green light for performance-based incentives for Aspida and Novartis.

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DPS Superintendent Earns Contract Extension

During the past school year, 90% of DPS schools have seen improved academic performance, with more than half of the district's schools earning an A, B, or C grade.

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[SoDu Alert] No School for DPS Students Tuesday Over Road Ice Concerns

All district facilities are closed and all activities are cancelled while the district waits for roads to thaw after a night of subfreezing temperatures.

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[SoDu Alert] Durham Public Schools Closed Dec. 8 Due to Weather

All district facilities are closed and all activities are cancelled ahead of expected inclement weather.