8th Grader Becomes First DPS Student to Compete in Scripps Spelling Bee

Jesus Ayala Lara of Chewning Middle School became the first Durham Public Schools student to compete in the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Ayala Lara advanced through the third round by correctly spelling "quagmiry" and "splenetic" before being eliminated from the competition.

Seven Duke Alums To Suit Up for 2011 WNBA Season

Seven former Duke women’s basketball standouts will suit up for the 2011 WNBA season tip-off on June 3 for three different teams -- Alana Beard (Washington), Monique Currie (Washington), Jasmine Thomas (Washington), Karima Christmas (Washington), Lindsey Harding (Atlanta), Alison Bales (Atlanta) and Krystal Thomas (Seattle).

All City Pizza to Open at Five Points in Summer 2012

Durham native, Gray Brooks is returning home to open All City Pizza at Five Points in early Summer 2012. Brooks is currently the chef at Seattle's Serious Pie.

Durham ABC General Manager Announces Retirement

After fourteen years as General Manager of the Durham County Alcoholic Beverage Control Board, Randy Mills will retire effective June 30.

Ellerbe Creek Watershed Association Welcomes New Executive Director

The Ellerbe Creek Watershed Association has announced the hiring of a new Executive Director, Chris Dreps. Dreps will oversee all aspects of the organization’s management, growth, outreach, and fund-raising.

Team Dain's Place Takes First Place at Doughman

Team Dain's Place, sponsored by Dain's Place, out-competed 73 teams in this past Saturday's 2011 Doughman, Durham's triathlon and eating competition.

Trinity School of Durham Announces New Middle School Director

Dr. Mason Goss will be taking over as Director of the Trinity School of Durham and Chapel Hill Middle School.