Tranzyme Board to Explore Sale

Tranzyme Inc.'s board of directors will explore a possible sale, merger or business combination for the Durham drug developer, which recently ended research into its most advanced experimental treatment.

Duke Reappoints Futhey as VP for Information Technology

Tracy Futhey has been re-appointed as vice president for information technology and chief information officer (CIO) for Duke University.

Beyer Joins Grassroots Education Advocacy Group

Natalie Beyer, a member of the Durham Public Schools Board of Education, is now one of the volunteer leaders of a grassroots advocacy group called Public Schools First NC.

Parker and Otis Re-Opens

Parker and Otis has re-opened after a December electric fire closed the restaurant, cafe and gift shop.

New Concept Planned for Shiki Sushi

The owner of Durham’s Shiki Sushi Asian Bistro, Sushi & Bar at 207 W. N.C. 54 is making plans to shift the restaurant’s operations into a neighboring space under a different name, Tsau, so he can renovate the old Shiki space and open an Asian fondue, or hot pot, concept. Tasu is expected to be open in March, the new hot pot concept is expected to be open by May or by June.

Grace Park Church Launches on Sunday

Grace Park Church will launch this Sunday with its first service at C.C. Spaulding Elementary School at 1531 S. Roxboro St. in Durham.

New Distillery Finds a Home in Durham

“I think what really makes Durham a great place for new businesses is that there is so much creativity, diversity, and other start-ups already happening here. So not only is there lots of room to grow, but there’s a lot of enthusiasm and support coming from the community. There’s a whole culture of ‘we can do it’ and you just kind of feed off of that, seeing so many other businesses opening and thriving.”

— Gourmet deVille, Rim Vilgalys Brings New Artisan Liqueur to North Carolina ABC