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Tuesday, April 16, 2024

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580 Person County farmers received agricultural subsidies in 2021

Farms in Person County received $1,817,904 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

By Durham Reporter | Feb 25, 2024

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How much in taxpayer-funded subsidies did farmers in Durham County receive in 2021?

Farms in Durham County received $3,107,523 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

By Durham Reporter | Feb 24, 2024

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Taxpayer-funded subsidies offered to Orange County farmers in 2021 reached $1,437,321

By Durham Reporter | Feb 23, 2024

Farms in Orange County received $1,437,321 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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How much did farmers in Wake County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By Durham Reporter | Feb 22, 2024

Farms in Wake County received $7,196,814 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Foushee votes against bill to deport illegal aliens convicted of drunk driving

By Durham Reporter | Feb 2, 2024

U.S. Rep. Valerie Foushee (D-NC) voted against a bill to deport illegal aliens who have been convicted of driving while drunk or impaired.

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Recent Storms Recharging Our Reservoirs

By Durham Reporter Report | Jan 30, 2024

Forecasts for a wet winter have so far been true for our community, and all of the recent rain has helped to refill our drinking water reservoirs.

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New Bull City Wrap Begins January 22

By Durham Reporter Report | Jan 29, 2024

As part of our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive local business environment, our Equal Business Opportunity Program is playing a vital role in guiding our work with small, minority-and women-owned businesses. Get an update on its recent work.

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Durham Announces Winning Participatory Budgeting Projects

By Durham Reporter Report | Jan 23, 2024

The votes have been counted and the results are in for the projects that will soon receive $2.4 million in participatory budgeting (PB Durham) funding.

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Join Us for Budget Input Conversations

By Durham Reporter Report | Jan 16, 2024

Bull City residents are invited to share their ideas for projects they’d like to see included in next year’s budget by participating in upcoming Community Conversations.

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Live Tree Disposal Options

By Durham Reporter Report | Jan 15, 2024

As you put a bow on the holiday season and head into 2024, we are here to help you dispose of your live holiday tree.

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2024 Durham City-County MLK Jr. Observance Program Announced

By Durham Reporter Report | Jan 15, 2024

Honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is the purpose of the annual Durham City-County Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK) Employee Observance Program.

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Mayor Leonardo Williams Presents Top Priorities for Durham’s Future

By Durham Reporter Report | Jan 15, 2024

Mayor Leonardo Williams announced his immediate priorities for Durham’s future: Building a safer and better-connected Durham; Continuing the revitalization of Durham’s economy; and Developing Durham’s workforce now and for the future.

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Live Tree Disposal Options

By Durham Reporter Report | Jan 10, 2024

PLEASE NOTE: Curbside collection is ONLY available to Yard Waste and Exempt customers.

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City of Durham & NCDOT to Upgrade Multiple Roadways in Durham

By Durham Reporter Report | Jan 10, 2024

Pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers who travel 11 roadways in Durham will soon have better connections and improved safety thanks to a roadway resurfacing and restriping project that is now underway.

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City of Durham Announces Service Changes for Martin Luther King Jr. Day

By Durham Reporter Report | Jan 9, 2024

Most City of Durham offices, including City Hall and all non-emergency City facilities and operations, will be closed to the public on Monday, January 15, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

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Residents Invited to Durham Cultural Roadmap Community Input Session

By Durham Reporter Report | Jan 2, 2024

What’s your vision for the future of Durham’s arts and cultural scene?

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Durham Hosts Community Conversations for Budget Input

By Durham Reporter Report | Dec 27, 2023

Online Registration Now Open for In-Person and Virtual Conversations in January.

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Possible staffing shortages at Durham Emergency Center lead to unanswered 911 calls

By Durham Reporter | Dec 26, 2023

A recent report by WRAL has highlighted an incident at Southpoint Mall in Durham, where a 911 call made by a witness to assist an injured elderly man went unanswered. This occurrence has drawn attention to potential staffing gaps at the Emergency Communications Center in Durham. Out of a total of 80 positions within the center, only 59 are currently filled.

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Celebrating 2023 and Planning for a Successful 2024…and Beyond

By Durham Reporter Report | Dec 20, 2023

It has been a busy year in the Bull City!

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City of Durham Announces Service Changes for Christmas and New Year's

By Durham Reporter Report | Dec 18, 2023

Most City of Durham offices, including City Hall and all non-emergency City facilities and operations, will be closed to the public on Monday, December 25; Tuesday, December 26; and Monday, January 1 in observance of Christmas and New Year’s.