News
How the war against Iran is squeezing oil supplies and raising Durham fuel prices
Diesel is near $6 in Durham. Here’s how tanker attacks, disrupted oil routes, and limited U.S. protection windows are driving costs closer to home.
durham
South Durham in Five: 52 Thefts From Vehicles, DPS Gains, and a 270-Foot Tower
Police reports show another rough week for parked cars, Durham’s reservoirs remain at 46%, and eligible Fayetteville Street businesses can seek up to $10,000. Which story stands out to you?
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[SoDu Crime Watch] Another rough week for parked cars
Police reports included 52 thefts from vehicles, 10 motor vehicle thefts, and three reports involving vehicle parts or accessories from Sept. 4-10. Here’s where they were reported and what else stood out.
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Coach celebrates Southpoint grand opening Saturday
New bags, sweet treats, and custom art: Who’s stopping by Coach’s Southpoint grand opening Saturday?
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[SeeGov Enhanced] DPS celebrates test-score gains while tackling absences and worker pay
Durham Public Schools recorded its highest proficiency rate since 2014, but officials acknowledged challenges involving academic growth, chronic absenteeism, transportation, and classified employee wages.
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Durham’s reservoirs 46% full as Stage 2 water restrictions continue
The city reports 103 days of readily accessible reservoir water, but additional reserves bring Durham’s estimated total supply to 170 days.
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[SoDu Stuff to Do] Your Weekend Ahead - Sept. 10, 2026
What's in the SoDu Events Calendar for this weekend? Southpoint Access provides a few highlights to consider!
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Walmart takes lead as average SoDu Shopping Basket climbs
The average 17-item basket rose about $1 this week, while Walmart posted the biggest decline and Harris Teeter recorded the largest increase.
Schools
OneFundraiser returns to Hope Valley Elementary
Hope Valley Elementary’s eight-day campaign aims to raise $40,000 for recess equipment, student support, teacher grants, and a gaga ball pit.
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[The Gourmand Next Door] Chianti, What a Fiasco!
You may recognize the bottles, fiaschi, as the straw-wrapped, squat bottles that often serve as candelabras. A wine that requires little thought, and even less deliberation.
durham
Durham brings back $10,000 aid for Fayetteville Street businesses
A yearlong city program will offer money, coaching, training, and technical help to qualifying businesses along the historic corridor.
durham
Duke tower returns to Durham Board of Adjustment after jurisdiction error
The proposal for the cell tower along Scott King Road requires three variances and a special-use permit, with questions about visibility, property values, and whether Duke has shown the required hardship.