Artists at Bernie Sanders’ ‘Fighting Oligarchy’ rally in Durham connects music with politics

Eliza McLamb and Yasmin Williams both performed at the “Fighting Oligarchy” tour with Sen. Bernie Sanders and Allam. The event took place Feb. 13 at the Durham Convention Center.

By |2026-03-05T20:20:57+00:00March 5, 2026|Politics|0 Comments

Learning with dirt under your fingernails: How Homeschool in the Wild is reimagining education in Durham

Homeschool in the Wild, a program run by the Piedmont Wildlife Center, is reshaping what education can look like for families across the Triangle. Instead of classrooms and desks, students spend their school days exploring forests, building outdoor skills and learning through hands-on experiences at parks in Durham, Raleigh and Chapel Hill. The fully outdoor program emphasizes curiosity, community and flexibility, offering homeschoolers a place where learning happens through movement, exploration and connection with the natural world.

By |2026-03-06T00:11:39+00:00March 5, 2026|Community, Education, non-profit|0 Comments

Kindergarten teacher Chrystal Mitchell builds community one sticky note at a time

Kindergarten teacher Chrystal Mitchell, a person who's life has been intertwined with Durham Public Schools, builds community through sticky notes and has a support system that shows up through hard times.

By |2026-03-05T19:46:09+00:00March 5, 2026|Community, Education|0 Comments

Durham Chess Clubs builds community through weekly meetups

In a time when much social interaction happens online, one Durham chess group is bringing people back together face to face. The Durham Chess Club has grown into a weekly gathering where players of all backgrounds meet to share a love of the game and build community.

By |2026-03-05T19:14:41+00:00March 5, 2026|Community, Entertainment|0 Comments

Duke’s Tenting System for UNC Basketball: How It Works And Why Students Do It

Every spring, students at Duke University brave the cold, winter weather for a chance to attend the UNC vs. Duke men’s basketball game at Cameron Indoor Stadium, or as they call it, “K-Ville.” Students stay in tents outside their home stadium beginning in January through the end of February. This tenting season was particularly demanding due to the extreme winter weather that hit North Carolina throughout January. This brought several snowfalls and below-freezing temperatures, requiring a deep level of commitment from students.

By |2026-03-05T20:08:17+00:00March 5, 2026|Sports, Uncategorized|0 Comments

Durham’s Third Friday Art Walk showcases local art on a personal level

On the third Friday of each month, Golden Belt Arts transforms a former textile mill into a living, breathing showcase of Durham’s creative community, where open studio doors invite visitors into conversation as much as observation.

By |2026-03-03T20:28:44+00:00March 3, 2026|Community|0 Comments

‘Think less red carpet, more living room:’ Hayti Heritage Film Festival returns

Featured as part of the Hayti Heritage Center’s inaugural event season, the film festival honors and celebrates Black culture and history. 

By |2026-03-03T21:01:21+00:00March 3, 2026|Community, Entertainment|0 Comments
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