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From the archives: For history nerds, the Open Durham database is invaluable. But as development continues aggressively apace, it is also evidence of, and an argument for, a rapidly vanishing city.
How Open Durham Is Chronicling the Bull City’s Storied Past and Swiftly Changing Present
As development continues aggressively apace, the Open Durham database is evidence of, and argument for, a rapidly vanishing city.
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November 11, 2025 at 4:10 PM
From the archives: For history nerds, the Open Durham database is invaluable. But as development continues aggressively apace, it is also evidence of, and an argument for, a rapidly vanishing city.
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If you think the origins of a pipe cannot make for compelling investigative reporting, boy do I have a story for you
A Stormwater Pipe Is Destroying Her Home. Who’s Responsible?
Mandy McGhee bought her Walltown home through a program designed to help low-income buyers build generational wealth. But a stormwater pipe that’s been eroding her foundation for years is putting that...
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November 11, 2025 at 2:54 PM
If you think the origins of a pipe cannot make for compelling investigative reporting, boy do I have a story for you
Dambo’s captivation with trolls began as a child, when he’d check out library cassette tapes about Den Søde Lille Trold, or The Cute Little Troll.
Into the Woods With the Dix Park Trolls
Danish artist Thomas Dambo's family of five recycled troll sculptures now cavort across the Raleigh park's 308 acres.
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November 11, 2025 at 2:39 PM
Dambo’s captivation with trolls began as a child, when he’d check out library cassette tapes about Den Søde Lille Trold, or The Cute Little Troll.
Mandy McGhee bought her Walltown home through a program designed to help low-income buyers build generational wealth. But a stormwater pipe that’s been eroding her foundation for years is putting that goal—and her ability to stay in her home—at risk.
A Stormwater Pipe Is Destroying Her Home. Who’s Responsible?
Mandy McGhee bought her Walltown home through a program designed to help low-income buyers build generational wealth. But a stormwater pipe that’s been eroding her foundation for years is putting that...
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November 10, 2025 at 10:06 PM
Mandy McGhee bought her Walltown home through a program designed to help low-income buyers build generational wealth. But a stormwater pipe that’s been eroding her foundation for years is putting that goal—and her ability to stay in her home—at risk.
For 75 years, local pacifists have organized a “Peace Booth” at the State Fair. Is it exactly what our moment needs, or a relic of the past?
A Booth at the State Fair Urges Attendees to Give Peace a Chance
For 75 years, local pacifists have organized a “Peace Booth” at the State Fair. Is it exactly what our moment needs, or a relic of the past?
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November 10, 2025 at 7:34 PM
For 75 years, local pacifists have organized a “Peace Booth” at the State Fair. Is it exactly what our moment needs, or a relic of the past?
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The phase 1 proposal includes 252 affordable rental units, serving families earning between 30 and 80 percent of area median income (AMI) with a mix of one-, two-, and three-bedroom units, as well as additional community amenities including outdoor playgrounds and a resource center.
Is This the Time Fayette Place Actually Gets Redeveloped?
The former public housing site has sat vacant in Hayti for years despite intentions to redevelop it. Now, Durham Housing Authority has plans for the first phase of a mixed-use development and is linin...
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November 10, 2025 at 2:26 PM
The phase 1 proposal includes 252 affordable rental units, serving families earning between 30 and 80 percent of area median income (AMI) with a mix of one-, two-, and three-bedroom units, as well as additional community amenities including outdoor playgrounds and a resource center.
How party politics, strategy, and money factored into Tuesday night’s results, and what it means for the next town council.
Four and a Half Takeaways from the Cary Town Council Election
How party politics, strategy, and money factored into Tuesday’s results, and what it means for the next Cary town council.
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November 10, 2025 at 4:28 PM
How party politics, strategy, and money factored into Tuesday night’s results, and what it means for the next town council.
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This brief biography is a beautiful read. “Seems to me that one big difference between the revolutionary and the fascist is that one tries to understand his own heart and one doesn’t.”
Allan Troxler in a note, circa 1969
Allan Troxler in a note, circa 1969
“He is part of the legacy of North Carolina, part of the queer legacy, part of the artistic legacy, and part of a spiritual determination not to be mowed down by the brutal forces that we grew up in and pushed back,” says Mab Segrest.
The Archive Tells the Story
On October 26, the Durham artist Allan Troxler died. A trailblazer in the fight for gay rights, he leaves an indelible legacy behind.
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November 6, 2025 at 7:13 PM
This brief biography is a beautiful read. “Seems to me that one big difference between the revolutionary and the fascist is that one tries to understand his own heart and one doesn’t.”
Allan Troxler in a note, circa 1969
Allan Troxler in a note, circa 1969
Nabarun Dasgupta, a senior scientist at UNC-Chapel Hill and expert on street drugs, was awarded a 2025 MacArthur Fellowship. The so-called “genius grant” comes with an $800,000 prize.
UNC Overdose Researcher Awarded Genius Grant
Nabarun Dasgupta, a senior scientist at UNC-Chapel Hill and expert on street drugs, was awarded a 2025 MacArthur Fellowship. The so-called “genius grant” comes with an $800,000 prize.
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November 10, 2025 at 3:20 PM
Nabarun Dasgupta, a senior scientist at UNC-Chapel Hill and expert on street drugs, was awarded a 2025 MacArthur Fellowship. The so-called “genius grant” comes with an $800,000 prize.
The phase 1 proposal includes 252 affordable rental units, serving families earning between 30 and 80 percent of area median income (AMI) with a mix of one-, two-, and three-bedroom units, as well as additional community amenities including outdoor playgrounds and a resource center.
Is This the Time Fayette Place Actually Gets Redeveloped?
The former public housing site has sat vacant in Hayti for years despite intentions to redevelop it. Now, Durham Housing Authority has plans for the first phase of a mixed-use development and is linin...
indyweek.com
November 10, 2025 at 2:26 PM
The phase 1 proposal includes 252 affordable rental units, serving families earning between 30 and 80 percent of area median income (AMI) with a mix of one-, two-, and three-bedroom units, as well as additional community amenities including outdoor playgrounds and a resource center.
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The LGBTQ Center of Durham’s co-executive director on how the center is adapting to federal funding and policy changes, supporting Durham’s queer community, and more.
Being the Change: A Q&A with Vanity Reid Deterville
The LGBTQ Center of Durham’s co-executive director on how the center is adapting to federal funding and policy changes, supporting Durham’s queer community, and Pride: Durham, NC.
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November 7, 2025 at 7:59 PM
The LGBTQ Center of Durham’s co-executive director on how the center is adapting to federal funding and policy changes, supporting Durham’s queer community, and more.
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To process a series of profound losses, the Durham jazz musician poured herself into a freeform memoir that takes the shape of musical improvisations.
In Memoir “Beneath the Skin of Sorrow,” Nnenna Freelon Moves Lyrically Through Loss
Amid a period of profound loss, the Durham jazz musician poured herself into a lyrical memoir that takes the shape of musical improvisations.
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October 28, 2025 at 6:18 PM
To process a series of profound losses, the Durham jazz musician poured herself into a freeform memoir that takes the shape of musical improvisations.
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great @eddysarah.bsky.social on the work of Durham artist & gay rights activist Allan Troxler: his paper cuts w titles like 'Earth Heart' & ruminations like "Seems to me that one big difference between the revolutionary and the fascist is that one tries to understand his own heart and one doesn’t."
The Archive Tells the Story
On October 26, the Durham artist Allan Troxler died. A trailblazer in the fight for gay rights, he leaves an indelible legacy behind.
indyweek.com
November 7, 2025 at 4:31 PM
great @eddysarah.bsky.social on the work of Durham artist & gay rights activist Allan Troxler: his paper cuts w titles like 'Earth Heart' & ruminations like "Seems to me that one big difference between the revolutionary and the fascist is that one tries to understand his own heart and one doesn’t."
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The victories mark a blue sweep in the officially nonpartisan race; when the new council members are sworn in, the board will be composed entirely of Democrats.
Incumbent Kohn-Johnson, Political Newcomers Huang and Richards Win Cary Town Council Elections
The victories mark a blue sweep in the officially nonpartisan race; when the new council members are sworn in, the board will be composed entirely of Democrats.
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November 5, 2025 at 9:31 PM
The victories mark a blue sweep in the officially nonpartisan race; when the new council members are sworn in, the board will be composed entirely of Democrats.
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Durham’s municipal elections were expensive and at times ugly, with firm lines drawn between candidates. What the results mean for the Durham City Council and its work ahead.
Five Takeaways from Durham’s Elections
Durham’s municipal elections were expensive and at times ugly, with firm lines drawn between candidates. What the results mean for the Durham City Council and its work ahead.
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November 7, 2025 at 3:26 PM
Durham’s municipal elections were expensive and at times ugly, with firm lines drawn between candidates. What the results mean for the Durham City Council and its work ahead.
Rutter, who has decades of experience as an arts executive, served most recently as president of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.
Talking With Deborah Rutter, Duke's New High-Profile Vice Provost of the Arts
Rutter was most recently president of the John F. Kennedy Center for Performing Arts. She started the role on September 1.
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November 7, 2025 at 5:31 PM
Rutter, who has decades of experience as an arts executive, served most recently as president of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.
Lanthimos is a fearless and funny filmmaker, especially if you like your humor dark and deadpan. Look, these are laugh-or-cry times. Might as well laugh.
Incoming! Showbiz History, Extraterrestrial CEOs, and Mary J. Blige.
Look, these are laugh-or-cry times. Might as well laugh.
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November 7, 2025 at 4:49 PM
Lanthimos is a fearless and funny filmmaker, especially if you like your humor dark and deadpan. Look, these are laugh-or-cry times. Might as well laugh.
Durham’s municipal elections were expensive and at times ugly, with firm lines drawn between candidates. What the results mean for the Durham City Council and its work ahead.
Five Takeaways from Durham’s Elections
Durham’s municipal elections were expensive and at times ugly, with firm lines drawn between candidates. What the results mean for the Durham City Council and its work ahead.
indyweek.com
November 7, 2025 at 3:26 PM
Durham’s municipal elections were expensive and at times ugly, with firm lines drawn between candidates. What the results mean for the Durham City Council and its work ahead.
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I first met Allan at a house party visiting Durham in spring of 2016. I was struck by his gentle nature, rootedness in moral conviction, way of seeing beauty in the world, and generosity. Grateful to have know him his final decade. Thanks @eddysarah.bsky.social for this lovely tribute 🩵
So thankful for this beautifully done memorial for Allan Troxler by @indyweek.bsky.social's own @eddysarah.bsky.social. Please read it and remember him! A giant among us. indyweek.com/culture/reme...
The Archive Tells the Story
On October 26, the Durham artist Allan Troxler died. A trailblazer in the fight for gay rights, he leaves an indelible legacy behind.
indyweek.com
November 6, 2025 at 9:07 PM
I first met Allan at a house party visiting Durham in spring of 2016. I was struck by his gentle nature, rootedness in moral conviction, way of seeing beauty in the world, and generosity. Grateful to have know him his final decade. Thanks @eddysarah.bsky.social for this lovely tribute 🩵
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Bugonia is technically an English-language remake of an older South Korean film. But like Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle after Another, it’s really a redirected energy scan aimed at the heart of our global nervous breakdown.
Incoming! Showbiz History, Extraterrestrial CEOs, and Mary J. Blige.
Look, these are laugh-or-cry times. Might as well laugh.
indyweek.com
October 28, 2025 at 6:54 PM
Bugonia is technically an English-language remake of an older South Korean film. But like Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle after Another, it’s really a redirected energy scan aimed at the heart of our global nervous breakdown.
“I came to tell you we didn’t lose, we learned,” CAUSE President Ryan Brown told supporters.
Amazon Union Campaign Expands to Durham
The unionization effort, which began in Garner, is targeting four facilities in Durham in a new campaign as it contests a February election loss.
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November 7, 2025 at 1:17 PM
“I came to tell you we didn’t lose, we learned,” CAUSE President Ryan Brown told supporters.
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“The interdisciplinary places in life are where all the good stuff lives," says Tift Merritt.
Tift Merritt, a True North Carolina Gem, Still Has Plenty of Material to Mine
This month, Tift Merritt releases a 20th anniversary reissue of "Tambourine," as well as a compilation of demos and unreleased songs.
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September 19, 2025 at 5:33 PM
“The interdisciplinary places in life are where all the good stuff lives," says Tift Merritt.
The Michelin Guides of today, with their crew of anonymous restaurant critics, are still widely recognized as a holy grail of sorts of the best restaurants in an area, and a welcome source of tourism dollars.
Triangle Restaurants Score 19 Spots in New Michelin American South Guide
At the inaugural American South ceremony, the Triangle netted three Bib Gourmand designations and sixteen Michelin-recommended restaurants.
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November 6, 2025 at 9:03 PM
The Michelin Guides of today, with their crew of anonymous restaurant critics, are still widely recognized as a holy grail of sorts of the best restaurants in an area, and a welcome source of tourism dollars.
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So thankful for this beautifully done memorial for Allan Troxler by @indyweek.bsky.social's own @eddysarah.bsky.social. Please read it and remember him! A giant among us. indyweek.com/culture/reme...
The Archive Tells the Story
On October 26, the Durham artist Allan Troxler died. A trailblazer in the fight for gay rights, he leaves an indelible legacy behind.
indyweek.com
November 6, 2025 at 5:51 PM
So thankful for this beautifully done memorial for Allan Troxler by @indyweek.bsky.social's own @eddysarah.bsky.social. Please read it and remember him! A giant among us. indyweek.com/culture/reme...