North Carolina Lottery Surges, Education Funding Lags Behind
Written by: Corrie Kelleigh & Tess Alongi
Rottweiler Hearts Rescue Builds a Village for Overlooked Dogs
From foster homes to late-night transport runs, Rottweilers once left behind in shelters across central North Carolina are being given new lives through a volunteer-powered rescue.
Affordable Housing Development Set to End Decades-Long Vacancy at Fayette Place
Durham Housing Authority announces successful financial close for the Villages of Hayti, an affordable housing development on Fayette Place. Integrating feedback from community organizations, the project is set to to end decades of vacancy and unfulfilled promises on the lot.
Daughters Coffee and Books Approaches its First Anniversary
Only a year after opening, Daughters Coffee and Books has grown into a vibrant community center for the city of Durham. The local woman-owned and operated shop features a hand-picked book selection, coffees, teas and other products from surrounding local businesses.
Buddhist Monks Make Their Way Through Apex, N.C., as Part of Their 2,300-Mile Walk for Peace
A group of Buddhist monks walking 2,300 miles from Fort Worth, Texas to Washington D.C., stopped in neighboring Apex on Friday, January 23, bringing together hundreds of residents and students from all over the Triangle area. The monks were invited to spend the cold night at Apex High School, where they delivered their speech before
Once-decapitated and family decimated, Durham’s dino is still standing
Constructed in the '60s, the "Bronto" is a unique culmination of pivotal moments throughout Durham's history.
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.
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.
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.
Playful, Personal and Proudly Local: Inside Lutra Bakery
Now planned to open in May 2026, Lutra Cafe and Bakery owner Chris McLaurin is focused on shaping a space where design and visual art will play a central role in defining the café’s atmosphere.
