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[Class of 2026] Hillside High School Graduate List
Hillside High School celebrated its Class of 2026 on June 12 at Cameron Indoor Stadium at Duke University.
News
Triangle Performance Ensemble Brings New Easter Drama, Anti-Gun Violence Message to Durham Stage
“The Third Day,” a world premiere from the producers of “Black Nativity Durham,” opens April 17 at Hillside High School.
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Hillside High Student Faces Pending Assault, Arson Charges
The female student is accused of discharging pepper spray and starting a fire in a trash can.
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Hillside High Alum Nilan Johnson Passes Away
The former theater student who went on to win accolades as a writer, director, actor, and educator died on Jan. 4, 2026.
Your Week Ahead
Your Week Ahead: Caregiving During Holidays, Classical Open Mic Night, and More (Dec. 15–20)
From holiday caregiving for Alzheimer's patients to festive horror readings at Moon Dog Meadery, here’s your day-by-day guide to South Durham events Dec. 15–20.
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[Office Hours] Changes in Durham Leadership and Empowering Schools with New Grants
Neighborhood news guy Wes Platt discusses the recent election results in Durham, highlighting changes in city council leadership and the implications for the community.
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Hillside High Opens 2025–26 Season with “Akeelah and the Bee”
Set in South Los Angeles, “Akeelah and the Bee” follows an 11-year-old spelling prodigy whose grit and community support carry her from local bees to the national stage.