@citizenptnewsnc.bsky.socialCommissioner Wendy Jacobs is raising alarms over a staggering $500,000 monthly cost for health services in Durham County's detention center and youth home, demanding accountability and better oversight before long-term commitments.
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@citizenptnewsnc.bsky.socialDurham County residents are demanding answers about nearly $1 million in withheld tax refunds and calling for greater transparency from their commissioners.
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@citizenptnewsnc.bsky.socialDurham County is set to invest $1 million from opioid settlement funds to expand its shelter capacity by purchasing a new transition house for the homeless.
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@citizenptnewsnc.bsky.socialDurham County is facing a perfect storm of budget challenges, with stagnant sales tax growth and looming changes to SNAP and Medicaid that threaten critical local services.
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@citizenptnewsnc.bsky.socialUrban Ministries’ Hope Day Services Center has made strides serving 539 individuals, but housing exits are lagging behind targets—what's next for this crucial initiative?
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@citizenptnewsnc.bsky.socialUNITE’s groundbreaking pilot program in Durham has connected hundreds of unhoused residents to essential medical care, achieving an astounding 88% approval rate for urgent benefits applications!
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@citizenptnewsnc.bsky.socialDurham County's budget briefing reveals alarming revenue pressures and significant public health contract risks that could impact local care as early as 2027.
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@citizenptnewsnc.bsky.socialDurham County is taking a major step forward by launching an Early Childhood Task Force to tackle the childcare crisis for kids ages 0-3—could this be the solution families have been waiting for?
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@citizenptnewsnc.bsky.socialDurham County officials are sounding the alarm over proposed federal changes to Head Start that could drastically cut access and support for vulnerable children.
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@citizenptnewsnc.bsky.socialDurham County is launching a groundbreaking Early Childhood Task Force to tackle the critical childcare gap for children ages 0 to 3, bringing together community leaders and partners for innovative solutions!
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@citizenptnewsnc.bsky.socialDiscover how the Durham County Youth Home is transforming lives with trauma-informed care and innovative programs like RISE that empower at-risk youth.
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@citizenptnewsnc.bsky.socialDurham County is taking bold steps to reshape its future by expanding the redevelopment study to include key school sites, with a strong focus on affordable housing and community engagement.
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@citizenptnewsnc.bsky.socialDurham County leaders are sounding the alarm about proposed federal Head Start rule changes that could jeopardize access and quality for hundreds of local children.
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@citizenptnewsnc.bsky.socialDurham's Board of Commissioners has taken a bold step by unanimously adopting a Cultural Roadmap aimed at transforming the city's arts landscape and empowering local artists.
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@citizenptnewsnc.bsky.socialThe 2025 Community Health Assessment reveals alarming statistics on housing, mental health, and healthcare access in Durham County, highlighting the urgent need for action!
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@citizenptnewsnc.bsky.socialDurham County's recent Board of Commissioners meeting saw unanimous approvals for a transformative Cultural Roadmap and a vital Violence Reduction resolution!
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@citizenptnewsnc.bsky.socialDurham County's latest health assessment reveals alarming stats on mental health and housing, highlighting urgent community needs that can't be ignored.
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@citizenptnewsnc.bsky.socialDurham County's Cultural Roadmap has officially been adopted, but local artists are calling for the funding and infrastructure needed to truly bring it to life.
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@citizenptnewsnc.bsky.socialDurham County's agriculture is at a crossroads, facing significant land loss while striving to preserve its farming legacy—what's the plan for the next 17 years?
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