Written by: Jazmine Bunch

‘Just ride this thing on out’: Durham businesses adjust to COVID-19

By Jazmine Bunch

April 2, 2020

With Durham County surpassing 100 confirmed cases of COVID-19, everyone is feeling the presence of the coronavirus. From social distancing to increased health and sanitation practices, the virus has caused everyone to make major changes in their lives. This includes Durham business owners. Those who’ve put blood, sweat and tears in to their businesses — […]

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Community members ‘clap back’ at violence

By Jazmine Bunch

February 27, 2020

Temperatures were low in Durham on Saturday, February 22, but the energy and passion were high. Regina Mays led fellow community members as they marched through the streets of downtown Durham, with their rhythmic claps echoing through the air in between fiery chants of “CLAP BACK!” “It’s 43 degrees, but we’re just warming up!” Charlitta […]

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Documenting Durham’s Voices: Everybody eats at Zweli’s

By Jazmine Bunch

February 13, 2020

This is a video series produced and reported for The Durham VOICE. “Documenting Durham’s Voices” will elevate the voices of and put a face to community members in Durham who are working in the community. The video series will also feature notable events that truly define what Durham is. Following the carbon monoxide crisis at […]

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Black Girl Ventures supports black business women in Durham

By Jazmine Bunch

January 30, 2020

Black Girl Ventures (BGV) has found a new home in North Carolina. Five local business women are coming together to establish a chapter of the Forbes-featured foundation in Durham. BGV provides a unique experience to combat the particular challenges that black and brown women face in starting and growing a business. The initiative was founded […]

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