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El Futuro water feature identified as likely source of teen’s fatal brain infection

A teenage boy died after contracting a rare brain infection. Now, investigators say an interactive water feature at a Durham nonprofit was the most likely source.

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[SeeGov Enhanced] Durham County backs cultural road map as health survey exposes income divide

A new road map for Durham’s arts scene and a health survey showing deep income gaps led Monday night’s county commissioners meeting. Here’s what stood out.

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Ebola: Scary, but Low Risk for Durham and NC

The outbreak is serious overseas, but health officials expect little risk to the United States.

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[AUDIO] SoDu Startup Ep. 3: May 11, 2026

A quick hit of local news from Southpoint Access editor and publisher Wes Platt.

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[AUDIO] SoDu Startup Ep. 2: May 8, 2026

A quick hit of local news from Southpoint Access editor and publisher Wes Platt.

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Hantavirus Headlines are Scary, but Pandemic's an Unlikely Outcome

Experts say hantavirus is serious but spreads poorly between people, making it far less likely than flu- or COVID-style viruses to go global.

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Coca-Cola Gift: $25M for New NC Children's Behavioral Health Center

The gift is the first major private contribution announced toward a fundraising goal topping $1 billion.

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From Boot Camp to Bioreactors: Julie & Bill Christiansen on MS, Biogen at RTP, and South Durham Updates

Former Marines Julie and Bill Christiansen share their multiple sclerosis journey and life at Biogen’s RTP site - 30 years strong - plus: SoDu Shopping Basket, Kinya Ramen opening next week, the Family Resource Guide, and our pledge to support the Hope Valley Elementary PTA through Dec. 31.

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Southpoint Event Aims to Raise Awareness About Breast Cancer

Join The Streets at Southpoint on Oct. 19 for breast cancer education, mammogram scheduling assistance, and retailer-donated giveaways - all to benefit North Carolina’s Pretty in Pink Foundation.

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[SoDu Alert] Duke Health and Aetna Reach New Agreement, Avoid Coverage Disruption

Duke Health and Aetna reached a deal Oct. 3, keeping South Durham patients in-network and avoiding disruptions to Medicare and commercial coverage.

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[SoDu Alert] Governor Addresses Vaccine Access and Storm Recovery

Each announcement includes developments that are directly relevant to residents of South Durham, particularly around vaccine access, storm aid, and local transportation priorities.

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[SoDu How-To] Protect Yourself from West Nile Virus This Summer

With warm, wet weather and peak mosquito season in full swing, here’s what you need to know – and do – to protect your family, neighbors, and pets.

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