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Youth Activities

[SoDu Spotlight] Summer Social Club Offers Screen-Free Break

Camp operator Kate Mauldin, a parent of tweens and licensed school psychologist, offers programs with a maximum of 12 students per week.

Southpoint Access

Why Southpoint Access Isn’t in SoDu We Have Favorites

The inaugural contest is meant to spotlight South Durham neighbors and local businesses — not the newsletter behind it. Here’s why Southpoint Access is sitting this one out and why your votes still matter.

Health Inspection Reports

[Health Inspection Reports] Durham Meat Markets and Butcher Shops - May 2026

TL;DR Version: The top scores went to Harris Teeter Meat Market 172, Publix #1817 Meat Market, and Super Target Meat Dept 2069, all scoring a perfect 100. The facility with the lowest score was Moroleon Carniceria/Meat Market with a score of 86.5.

Business

[SoDu Business Watch] New Biz Filings in April 2026

Here’s a look at the newest business filings tied to South Durham and nearby communities, based on North Carolina Secretary of State records.

Health Inspection Reports

[Health Inspection Reports] Durham School Cafeterias - April 2026

TL;DR Version: The top scores went to KIPP Durham College Prep, Sandy Ridge Elementary School, and Spring Valley Elementary School, all scoring a perfect 100. The facility with the lowest score was Oak Grove Elementary School with a score of 93.5.

Business

[SoDu Business Watch] New Biz Filings in February/March 2026

Here’s a ZIP-by-ZIP look at the newest business filings tied to South Durham and nearby communities, based on North Carolina Secretary of State records.

Health Inspection Reports

[Health Inspection Reports] Area Restaurants 27560 - March 2026

TL;DR Version: The top score went to Starbucks at 1017 Carrington Mill Blvd, Morrisville, scoring 100 with demerits. The restaurant with the lowest score was Cracker Barrel #461 with a score of 90.5.

Health Inspection Reports

[Health Inspection Reports] Durham Restaurants 27701 - February 2026

TL;DR Version: The top score went to The Wine Feed scoring 99.5. The restaurant with the lowest score was Nzinga’s Breakfast Café with a score of 90

Health Inspection Reports

[Health Inspection Reports] South Durham Restaurants 27703 - January 2026

TL;DR Version: The top score went to Subway #11873 scoring a perfect 100 with no demerits. The restaurant with the lowest score was Randy’s Pizza with a score of 87.

Southpoint Access

[VIDEO] Dris Eats the Streets 4: Noodle 501

Idrissa A. Smith⁠⁠ takes us to Noodle 501 in Durham, NC, a noodle specialty restaurant that aims for a blend of Thai spices and Japanese ramen broth. Does it have what it takes to be proclaimed "Dris Eats the Streets Certified?"

Health Inspection Reports

[Health Inspection Reports] South Durham Restaurants 27713 - December 2025

TL;DR Version: The top scores went to Blue Ridge Deli and Café, Dunkin Donuts, and Moe’s Southwest Grill, all scoring a perfect 100 with no demerits. The restaurant with the lowest score was China Wok with a score of 82.5.

Week in Review

Local Pub Feeds Families for Thanksgiving - for Free

Plus, reviewing the Durham County Board of Commissioners' meeting and looking ahead to Monday's City Council gathering.

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