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Southpoint Access is accepting Letters to the Editor, where residents like you can weigh in on the issues that matter most. Your letter could spark discussions, raise awareness, or even inspire change!
![[SoDu Sunrise Showcase] Get Involved in the DPS Budget Process](/content/images/size/w600/2025/02/sodusunrise.png)
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Didn't understand the Kendrick Lamar halftime show? That doesn't lessen its artistic value. Plus, time to share your input on the Durham Public Schools budget! And Democrats in the state legislature want to keep local cops out of ICE raids.
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Did a new business open in your neighborhood? Is there a traffic issue affecting your commute? Know someone making a difference in the community? I want to hear from you!
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What's up with the state legislature in Raleigh? Did you know there's a new bank branch coming to Ellis Crossing? Plus, Preston Wilson makes his debut with a column about Champagne for Valentine's Day!
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Moriah Ridge falls short with the Durham City Council, while Durham Public Schools may reduce its shortfall with grant money once earmarked for affordable teacher housing. And what are state GOP lawmakers working on that should matter to neighbors in South Durham?
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What price will Durham Public Schools pay by shifting philanthropic funds to balance this year's budget? Plus, N.C. launches a PowerSchool investigation.
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School transportation leaders are set to give an update to the Durham Public Schools Board of Education. Plus, The Makery's coming to Boxyard RTP, there's a new episode of SoDu We Like Local News, and Jordan High School athletes celebrated signing day!
![[SoDu Sunrise Showcase] Can a Windfall Help a Shortfall?](/content/images/size/w600/2025/02/dpsbudget0204-2.png)
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Do parents of schoolkids know too much these days? Plus, Durham Public Schools might have a plan for reducing a big chunk of their $7M shortfall.
![[SoDu Sunrise Showcase] A Ridge Too Far?](/content/images/size/w600/2025/02/moriahridge-c4497bb67e008882.png)
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I sent you a postcard, maybe. And the Durham City Council turned down Moriah Ridge, but warned development's coming someday.
![[SoDu Sunrise Showcase] Durham Students Putting on a Show to Remember](/content/images/size/w600/2025/02/eveningtoshine-1.png)
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Is your kid performing in An Evening to Shine? Plus, Durham City Council set to consider Moriah Ridge tonight. And Hope Valley Elementary is holding its Boosterthon fundraiser.
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Where's that new children's hospital going? Plus, DPS tries to reassure nervous migrant families. And there's a new Chipotle in town!
![[SoDu Sunrise Showcase] Find Your Way to A Little Gelato](/content/images/size/w600/2025/01/chefken.png)
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Have you found the hidden gelato shop off N.C. Highway 55? Read about Chef Ken and check out Jeff Stanford's latest Nerdspresso column!