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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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When you join the crew, you're not just supporting an informed community. You're also supporting kids at Hope Valley Elementary School, because we're donating a percentage of all revenues from subscriptions, donations, and sponsorships to the HVE PTA through the end of 2025.
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Idrissa A. Smith takes us to dinner at seafood-focused Nerra on the east side of downtown Durham.
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Wes Platt recaps Durham early voting (3,800 ballots; last day Nov. 1), who’s on the 2025 municipal ballot, a $30K boost for Piedmont Wildlife Center, Jordan High’s visit from Rep. Valerie Foushee, a year-end Hope Valley Elementary PTA pledge, and more.
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Former Marines Julie and Bill Christiansen share their multiple sclerosis journey and life at Biogen’s RTP site - 30 years strong - plus: SoDu Shopping Basket, Kinya Ramen opening next week, the Family Resource Guide, and our pledge to support the Hope Valley Elementary PTA through Dec. 31.
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Between now and Dec. 31, 2025, Southpoint Access will share a portion of subscriptions, donations, and sponsorships to support the Hope Valley Elementary PTA and South Durham classrooms.
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Week in Review
Each weekend we pull together the biggest developments, stories, and neighborhood updates shaping life here in South Durham.
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Week in Review
Each weekend we pull together the biggest developments, stories, and neighborhood updates shaping life here in South Durham.