In year-round Durham Public Schools, the new family responsibility zones take effect on Jan. 21. On Jan. 22, traditional-calendar schools get their turn.

But one South Durham elementary school gets a reprieve of at least a couple of weeks thanks to nearby utility work.

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Ready for family responsibility zones around Durham elementary schools? They kick into effect on Jan. 22. Get a quick recap about how we got here and learn about this week's town hall meeting at Hope Valley Elementary School.

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The Durham Public Schools Board of Education switched things up and wants to move on transportation options on Jan. 6 - without public comment.

The Durham People's Alliance wants Sheriff Clarence Birkhead to help expand access to the city's HEART crisis response system while he's asking for a $16-million training facility and firing range upgrade.

Residents are encouraged to share their views in an online survey about the second phase of Durham's Neighborhood Bike Routes project.

Hear about these topics and more in this episode!

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