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Should Durham’s City Council expand? Former leaders and current mayor say it’s a good idea.

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By Kristen Johnson Verified
| The News & Observer Verified
A former Durham City councilwoman has publicly called for the expansion of the city council from seven to nine members. DeDreana Freeman presented the proposal to add one more ward seat and one more at-large seat during the Aug. 20 Durham City Council meeting. The expansion would better reflect Durham’s population growth to over 317,000 residents and create a “true ward system,” she said. Durham’s seven-member council includes the mayor, three ward members and three at-large members.
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Soul-food eatery in Durham’s Hayti closes after 12 years

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By Kristen Johnson Verified
| The News & Observer Verified
A soul-food restaurant in Durham’s historic Hayti neighborhood is saying goodbye. Nzinga’s Kitchen at 826 Fayetteville St. has closed its doors after 12 years of operation. Owner and head chef Zuri Hester, known as Chef Zinga, confirmed the closure to The News & Observer this week, citing recent life changes and a new career path. The restaurant served up Creole-inspired brunch and soul food.
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Dethroned Miss North Carolina USA sues pageant over ‘defamatory’ removal

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By Kristen Johnson Verified
| The Herald-Sun (Durham, NC) Verified
Brittany Alondra Boltinhouse, of Duplin County, was Miss Wilmington and won the title Miss North Carolina USA at the June competition. But she will not compete for the Miss USA title, Miss North Carolina USA CEO Thom Brodeur wrote statement. espino.sosa on Instagram Brittany Boltinhouse, the recently dethroned Miss North Carolina USA 2026, filed a defamation lawsuit against the Miss USA Organization, alleging they weaponized her conservative political beliefs to strip her crown.
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