Traffic
Downtown Detours Ahead for American Tobacco Motorists
Two weeks of 7 a.m.–7 p.m. lane shifts and detours around Blackwell, Jackie Robinson, Willard, Pettigrew, and Chapel Hill as ATC waterline work continues Nov. 10–21; no weekend work.
News
Parkwood
Parkwood Fall Festival Planned for Nov. 15
The popular autumn event runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the neighborhood ballfield on Revere Road.
theater
Jordan High Theatre to Debut High School Premiere of Water for Elephants in Six-Show Run
Set amid a Depression-era traveling circus, Water for Elephants follows Jacob Jankowski as he discovers found family, first love, and the grit it takes to keep the show on the road.
Kitchen Table
SoDu Morning Brief: Save $20 with Local Shopping Strategies
Plus, work sessions today for Durham City Council and the Board of Education. Support Southpoint Access and benefit the Hope Valley Elementary School PTA!
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office hours
[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.
Business
West 94th St. Pub Offering Free To-Go Thanksgiving Meals
Each meal comes with a traditional holiday spread prepared by the pub's kitchen team.
durham public schools
DPS Foundation Funds Wellness & Innovation - South Durham Schools Among Grantees
Annual school grants are part of the foundation's commitment to innovative and equitable public schools in Durham.
Locally Aware
SoDu Morning Brief: Vehicles Continue to Draw Property Crimes
Today's weather: Sunny with a high near 72, but we should avoid outdoor burning due to increased fire risk.
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Politics
[SoDu Alert] Durham Municipal Election 2025: Williams Prevails as Mayor; Middleton Falls to Burris
Matt Kopac appears to unseat DeDreana Freeman in Ward 1, while Chelsea Cook remains the representative for Ward 3 despite a challenge from Diana Medoff.
nonprofits
Durham Student Volunteers to Be Honored This Weekend
Local students from Durham public, private, and charter schools are getting awards from the Triangle Nonprofit & Volunteer Leadership Center at Frontier RTP on Nov. 8.
Life and Legacy
SoDu Morning Brief: Sunny Skies Expected for Election Day
Plus, remembering Durham neighbors who recently passed away in the latest Southpoint Access obituaries.
durham public schools
DPS, NCCU Team for Professional Development Event at Durham Megachurch
The $15,000 speaking fee and hosting location at World Overcomers Christian Church has drawn some pushback.