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Durham Public Schools Cafeteria Menu: What’s for Lunch April 27-May 1, 2026

Hot dogs, chicken sandwiches, early-release pizza, and a Thursday comfort-food lineup lead into a Friday teacher workday with no school across Durham Public Schools.

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[Gallery] Rogers-Herr vs. Githens Girls Soccer - April 23, 2026

Students from the two middle schools competed on Thursday on the field at Rogers-Herr.

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DPS Board to Confront Chronic Absenteeism, Law Enforcement Policy Changes

Thursday’s agenda also includes legislative priorities, a ThoughtExchange contract renewal, and budget amendments

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Durham Public Schools Closed on May 1

The Board of Education voted Monday to close schools so teachers and staff can attend a rally at the North Carolina state capital.

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SoDu Sports Week Ahead: April 20-24, 2026

A day-by-day roundup of this week’s public school games across South Durham, from high school tennis and lacrosse to middle school baseball, soccer, softball and track.

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Morgan Farm, Bella Ridge, and Patterson Hall Await City Council Consideration

Plus, Creekside Elementary Needs Your Votes for a Bartaco teacher appreciation event!

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Durham Public Schools Cafeteria Menu: What’s for Lunch April 20-24, 2026

Nachos, dumplings, steak and gravy, and a Friday fish-and-chips special headline this week’s free meal lineup across Durham Public Schools.

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This work is free to read because neighbors deserve to stay informed. But good local journalism takes time, energy, and funding - and through June 10, your support will also help RootEd in DPS through a revenue-sharing partnership.

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[Gallery] Hope Valley Elementary School K-2 Concert

Students at the year-round public school on Friday performed for families in the school gymnasium.

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[Gallery] Rogers-Herr Middle School Rams vs. Neal Middle School Eagles Baseball

The teams faced off at 4:45 p.m. on Thursday, April 16, at the RHMS baseball field. Here's a photo gallery from the game.

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Tickets for Teachers - Supporting RootEd for DPS!

Neighborhood News Guy Wes Platt talks with Matt Sears about RootEd in DPS and a fundraising effort to support Tickets for Teachers.

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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.