By Giselle Weber
April 3, 2024
Follow Jasmine’s unexpected journey of faith and obedience as she navigates divine guidance, unexpected twists, and the discovery of purpose at Bridgehaven Counseling Associates—a light of hope and healing in Durham, North Carolina.
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March 22, 2024
Friday, March 22, 2024 By Laney Crawley Durham stands as a beacon of cultural richness, academic excellence and community vibrancy. Its streets are alive with the energy of residents and visitors alike, drawn to the city’s diverse array of attractions, cultural events, and educational opportunities. Yet, amidst the bustling activity and vibrant spirit, Durham grapples […]
Read moreBy Giselle Weber
February 29, 2024
From humble beginnings to its present-day impact, the story of First Baptist Church of Durham is a testament to the enduring power of faith and community in shaping the tapestry of a city’s history.
Read moreBy Courtney Fisher
February 28, 2024
In East Durham, Destiny Alexander is giving teens the power to shape their own futures through the POOF Center. Standing for “Planning Our Own Futures/Funerals,” the center gives teens resources like financial knowledge, business experience, and travel to help prepare them for success in the real world.
Read moreBy Brigette Bagley
February 22, 2024
It is Black History Month, which means you have likely seen social media posts and news articles commemorating the most influential Black pioneers in American history. But have you heard of Ben Ruffin in these posts or articles?
Read moreBy Jahvaree Ritzie
February 21, 2024
UNC football is looking to better the community.
Read moreBy Carl Kenney
December 12, 2023
This semester, I grew as a storyteller by serving as a student writer for The Durham Voice. Some of the stories I wrote covered important issues in Durham such as environmentalism, politics, and affordable housing. As a Raleigh native, I wasn’t too familiar with the Durham political landscape. From what I’ve learned, Durham’s rich, multi-cultural […]
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By Hannah Adams Published Dec. 12 I extend my deepest gratitude to Durham VOICE for providing me with unforgettable experiences that have been instrumental in propelling my journalism career to new heights. Prior to my involvement with your esteemed platform, I contributed to Black Ink Magazine, where I enjoyed the freedom to explore diverse topics […]
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By Hannah Adams Published Dec. 12 Despite not securing victory in the Durham mayoral primary, 35-year-old IT sales leader Marshall Williams Jr. remains dedicated to addressing key issues and emphasizes his commitment to collaborative solutions. With a track record including captaining a football team, ranking top nationally in pharmaceutical sales, and pioneering technology startups, Williams […]
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November 6, 2023
By Hannah Adams Published Nov. 6 Durham comes to life through vibrant and diverse community murals. These pieces of art celebrate Durham’s rich history, culture and diversity, and have become an integral part of the city’s landscape. “While some states attempt to remove the historical truths that shaped this country; Durham has decided to embrace […]
Read moreBy Carl Kenney
November 3, 2023
Caroline Daly November 2, 2023 On Wednesday, Oct. 18, Huggins held a press conference where she announced that she and her team made the decision to suspend her campaign for an at-large seat on the Durham City Council. Following the primary election on Oct. 10, Shelia Huggins was among the top six choices for Durham […]
Read moreBy Carl Kenney
October 12, 2023
By Caroline Daly, October 12th Shelia Huggins is running for election to Durham City Council in North Carolina. The focus of her campaign is increasing the number of better paying jobs and opportunities for Durham residents, despite the rising presence of automation and Artificial Intelligence (AI). One of her main concerns relates to the impact […]
Read moreBy Carl Kenney
October 9, 2023
“I’m 61 today!” Donning a simple black t-shirt and khakis, city council member hopeful Carl Rist stands outside of Durham Main Library to greet potential voters. It’s early voting week, and Rist is the only individual on the ballot present. Confetti and presents appear to be low on the tier list of importance- […]
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October 3, 2023
By Caroline Daly, October 2nd Shelia Huggins is running for election for the Durham City Council in North Carolina. Huggins has lived in Durham for a little over 20 years with her husband and daughter. Over the past nine years, she has worked in three different Durham city departments and is involved with many organizations […]
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October 2, 2023
Marshall Williams Jr., candidate for Durham mayor By Hannah Adams Published Oct. 2, 2023 When I drove up to the house, I felt anxious. It was strange to be interviewing a mayoral candidate in their household. But when I saw Marshall Williams Jr. on his porch, carrying two cases of water bottles inside, my anxiousness […]
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Published 11:58 am, October 2nd, 2023 (Mike Woodard greets Durham voters at a press conference. (Photo by Jailyn Neville) North Carolina Senator Mike Woodard (D-Durham) did not receive endorsements from INDY Week or Durham People’s Alliance in his run for mayor due to questions about his recent voting history. In its recently published list of […]
Read moreBy Audrey Kashatus
Sylvester Williams is one of eight candidates running for mayor of Durham in the upcoming municipal elections scheduled for this November. Williams has previously run for mayor in 2011, 2013 and 2017. Williams was born and raised in Durham, except for the time he went to school in Atlanta. He is currently the pastor of […]
Read moreBy Carl Kenney
May 23, 2019
This is a podcast series being produced and reported for the Durham VOICE. With this project, we’re reconnecting with people who were once involved with the VOICE and its community, allowing them to share their journeys and experiences since working with the newspaper. To wrap up this season of DVV, this week we’re doing […]
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April 10, 2019
This is a podcast series being produced and reported for the Durham VOICE. With this project, we’re reconnecting with people who were once involved with the VOICE and its community, allowing them to share their journeys and experiences since working with the newspaper. This week, DVV welcomes Zenzele Barnes. Zenzele was the VOICE’s first ever […]
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March 27, 2019
This is a podcast series being produced and reported for the Durham VOICE. With this project, we’re reconnecting with people who were once involved with the VOICE and its community, allowing them to share their journeys and experiences since working with the newspaper. Natasha Graham joins DVV this week. She worked with the VOICE as […]
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February 27, 2019
This is a podcast series being produced and reported for the Durham VOICE. With this project, we’re reconnecting with people who were once involved with the VOICE and its community, allowing them to share their journeys and experiences since working with the newspaper. This week’s guest on DVV is Veronika Payne. She worked […]
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February 13, 2019
This is a podcast series being produced and reported for the Durham VOICE. With this project, we’re reconnecting with people who were once involved with the VOICE and its community, allowing them to share their journeys and experiences since working with the newspaper. This week’s guest on DVV is LaMon Jones. LaMon worked as […]
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January 30, 2019
This is a new podcast series being produced and reported for the Durham VOICE. With this project, we’re reconnecting with people who were once involved with the VOICE and its community, allowing them to share their journeys and experiences since working with the newspaper. Our guest this week is Yusuf Shah, who worked […]
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