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Support through all seasons: That's what these Friends are for

Each Tuesday morning a group of people gathers in the Durham Main Library garage. More dedicated than mail carriers, they meet in the sweltering summer heat and the freezing winter cold to sort old books. Published: Nov. 19, 2009 2:36 PM | Full story

Let's talk about sex

Why is the world so scared to talk to teenagers about sex? Published: Nov. 19, 2009 2:32 PM | Full story

Letter writer misrepresented House bill

Legislation is moving through the U.S. House of Representatives that would provide a congressionally-sanctioned process for consulting the people of Puerto Rico regarding their preferences as to the territory's political status. Published: Nov. 19, 2009 2:41 PM | Full story

Fun run to honor incredible woman

Dr. Marcy Speer was an incredible, beautiful, caring woman. Dr. Speer passed away in August 2007 after fighting breast cancer for over two years, years during which she cherished every moment of her life. Published: Nov. 19, 2009 2:45 PM | Full story

Initiative will do whatever it takes

The East Durham Children's Initiative will be a pipeline of success for children in East Durham from birth to college or career by providing a continuum of support for families and children. Published: Nov. 14, 2009 2:00 AM | Full story

Learn about DPS this weekend

Parents who attend the Durham Public Schools Elementary Magnet Fair today (9 a.m. to noon at Hillside High School) and our Middle and High School Magnet Fair Sunday (1 to 4 p.m., also at Hillside) are in for a big treat. Published: Nov. 14, 2009 2:00 AM | Full story

Durham, find yourself

The good folks creating a Durham history museum have a formidable job. There are all sorts of things to do, like raising money and getting people to buy into the idea and raising money. And a lot of decisions to make along the way, like how? and where? Published: Nov. 14, 2009 2:00 AM | Full story

'Parking Lot Pastor' appeals for holiday help

"The Parking Lot Pastor" at Changing a Generation Ministry in East Durham has laid his plans for helping hungry people at Thanksgiving, but the ministry is in need of support from other congregations or individuals who share his passion for this work. Published: Nov. 14, 2009 2:00 AM | Full story

Harris has improved achievement

The Center for Child & Family Health wishes to congratulate Superintendent Carl Harris on his recent appointment as deputy assistant secretary for policy and strategic initiatives with the U.S. Department of Education. Published: Nov. 11, 2009 2:00 AM | Full story

Push for Puerto Rican statehood could cost North Carolina seat

According to a Congressional Research Office study conducted in 2002, North Carolina will lose one seat in Congress if Puerto Rico becomes the 51st state. Published: Nov. 11, 2009 2:00 AM | Full story

The arts give back in countless ways

Last week was Emerging Artists panel week for my department. Published: Nov. 11, 2009 2:00 AM | Full story

The tipping point

I've never waited tables, I'd be horrible at it. Published: Nov. 11, 2009 2:00 AM | Full story

Churches give practical tips on keeping safe from H1N1

Sharing the peace or passing of the peace in the liturgy of Christian worship is a common practice in area congregations. Published: Nov. 7, 2009 2:00 AM | Full story

Kids Voting results are in

The kids have spoken in Durham's 2009 Mayor and City Council Elections and the results may surprise you! Published: Nov. 7, 2009 2:00 AM | Full story

A big night for Democrats

What a night for North Carolina Democrats! Published: Nov. 7, 2009 2:00 AM | Full story

What happened to helping others?

I cannot come to the banquet, Published: Nov. 7, 2009 2:00 AM | Full story

Mayor, council incumbents coast

Mayor Bill Bell and three incumbent City Council members won landslide re-elections Tuesday, each taking more than 71 percent of the vote. Published: Nov. 7, 2009 2:00 AM | Full story

Northgate

This letter was sent to Mayor Bil Bell and the Durham City Council: Published: Nov. 7, 2009 2:00 AM | Full story

GLBT award nominees sought

The 2010 Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Carolinas Gala Committee and the North Carolina Steering Committee are seeking nominations from residents of North and South Carolina for the annual Equality and Legacy/Trailblazer Awards. Published: Nov. 7, 2009 2:00 AM | Full story

It's up to us

What do these items have in common? Published: Nov. 7, 2009 2:00 AM | Full story

Former DSS director still wants to make a difference

Dan Hudgins meets me in a white cap that says "Got Freedom?" across the top. Published: Nov. 4, 2009 2:00 AM | Full story

Words we need to hear

What did you hear about Obama's speech to the high schools? Did you know he had a cabinet member visit Southern High School that day? And that his speech was played live in our school auditorium? Published: Nov. 4, 2009 2:00 AM | Full story

Big-time athletics 80 years later

American college athletics, a report says, is "a highly organized commercial enterprise." Published: Nov. 4, 2009 2:00 AM | Full story

Keep electronic billboards out

Having just driven back from Watauga County on Sunday evening, specifically picturesque Blowing Rock, I witnessed one of three electronic billboards. How unsightly and distracting it was. Published: Oct. 31, 2009 2:00 AM | Full story

Voter info can be found online

Last year, North Carolina voters set record high turnout in the midst of a historic contest for the White House. But a year later, voting booths could be sadly silent in Chapel Hill and other cities across the state on Nov. Published: Oct. 31, 2009 2:00 AM | Full story

Another look at turnout

In his October 10 column Primary Turnout Sets "New Low" Jim Wise points out that $175,000 was spent on Durham's City Council primary election where only 5,988 individuals voted. The assumption is that $29.23 a vote is too much to spend. Published: Oct. 31, 2009 2:00 AM | Full story

Clinic provided lifelong lessons

The Emily Krzyzewski Center, a learning center that serves high-potential, economically disadvantaged students, hosted a free basketball clinic for local girls and boys on Saturday, Sept. 26. The center worked with Duke University and N.C. Published: Oct. 31, 2009 2:00 AM | Full story

Dell fiasco offers a warning in wooing

Let's hope the state of North Carolina and the City of Winston-Salem learned from the multi-million dollar Dell debacle. Published: Oct. 31, 2009 2:00 AM | Full story

Leadership applications due

The Greater Durham Chamber of Commerce is accepting applications for its 38th annual Leadership Durham program. Published: Oct. 31, 2009 2:00 AM | Full story

Finding a middle ground on Halloween

Instead of debating whether Halloween is a satanic holiday or merely a secular one, churches can find middle ground and "out-narrate" a negative perception of Halloween with the tradition of All Saints, says a Duke Divinity School professor. Published: Oct. 31, 2009 2:09 AM | Full story


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