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Ready for Weird-Tasting City Water?
Starting March 1, City of Durham water customers can expect altered taste and scent of tap water while the Department of Water Management performs its annual water treatment disinfection changeover process. It lasts through April 15. The changeover, required by federal and state regulations, isn’t expected to affect safety or water quality. According to a…
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DPS: School Resumes Tuesday (Weather Permitting)
The school bus mechanics for Durham Public Schools plan to be back at work Tuesday, allowing transportation to resume for students throughout the county. But it’s worth keeping in mind that a wind advisory is in effect from 3 a.m. until noon on Tuesday, with potential gusts of 45 mph that could blow down tree…
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[FLASH POLL] Who Deserves the Most Blame for DPS Disruptions?
EDITOR’S NOTE: This poll is now closed. Readers with at least the free Neighbor-level subscriber rank can check out the flash poll results in this post. While we wait to find out whether schools will be closed again on Tuesday, I’m curious to gauge where readers stand when it comes to placing blame for the…
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It’s Official: No School for DPS on Monday
Durham Public Schools will close Monday, as feared, due to a reported call-out of school transportation mechanics. Although athletics and other extracurricular activities are expected to continue as planned, the district’s afterschool care programs won’t be available. District employees – including bus drivers – are asked to show up for the workday.
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More Disruption for a District Ready to Move On
As Thursday’s Board of Education meeting started, one sensed a community – teachers, staff, parents, and the politicians sitting on the board – ready to move on and start rebuilding after weeks of turmoil. Superintendent Pascal Mubenga and former Chief Financial Officer Paul LeSieur were gone after apparently bungling the reconfiguration of classified worker pay.…
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DPS Warns School May Be Canceled Monday
Durham Public Schools families on Friday evening received word that district schools may be closed once again on Monday. Schools were closed Friday after administrators said bus mechanics called out from work, making it impossible to inspect and clear buses for transportation. “The reason school was canceled today and may be canceled on Monday is…
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Good News, Bad News Night at DPS Board of Education
Good news (for many): Durham Public Schools classified workers keep their higher paychecks for at least one more month. Bad news (for some): The Board of Education tabled further discussion about the future of those checks until Feb. 22. Good news (for most): DPS announced an interim superintendent to take over after the departure of…
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[SOUTHPOINT SPOTLIGHT] Shining On: Succotash Southern & Creole Kitchen
Occasionally, Southpoint Access will showcase local businesses that serve customers in South Durham. This installment features Succotash Southern & Creole Kitchen, 3219 Chapel Hill Rd., with questions answered by Susan Head. What inspired you to open a restaurant in Durham and how does the local culture influence your establishment? Susan Head: We are from South…
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DPS Superintendent Resigns; Report Released
Superintendent Pascal Mubenga has resigned after seven years with Durham Public Schools, in the wake of turmoil spawned by confusion and frustration over classified worker pay. Bettina Umstead, chair of the Board of Education, announced Mubenga’s resignation after a closed-door special meeting. Deputy Superintendent Nicholas King is assuming the superintendent’s duties until an interim is…
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South Durham Housing Market Update [February 2024]
Occasionally, Southpoint Access will provide data about the local real-estate market pertinent to zip codes in our readership area: In the 27713 zip code, median home prices reached about $438,000 – up 4.2% compared to the same time in 2022, according to Redfin.com. The market is listed as somewhat competitive. Average homes sell near list…
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Meet the Candidate: Millicent Rogers
Millicent Rogers, currently the incumbent representative for Consolidated District B on the Durham Public Schools Board of Education, grew up in Durham and holds the philosophy that all families matter in this town where she grew up. Her grandmother, Reathie Mae Rogers, was president of the McDougald Terrace Residents Association and worked with the North…
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DPS Foundation Urges Paycheck Commitment
The Durham Public Schools Foundation appreciated the Board of Education’s decision to hire an external comptroller, break off its relationship with compensation study provider HIL Consultants, and approval of steps toward a “meet and confer” policy with the Durham Association of Educators. But DPSF isn’t happy about the delayed movement on classified worker pay for…
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