I saw this post, read all the reviews, thought to myself “is it really worth downloading Nextdoor to try to find an HVAC guy?”

Obviously the answer was no, so I rolled the dice on trusting r/bullcity.

AND LET ME TELL YOU, ENRIQUE DID NOT DISAPPOINT.

The reviews are true, he’s phenomenal!!! Not only was I able to immediately schedule a diagnostic consultation for only 2 days away (love that instant gratification) but I did it all via text/website and didn’t have to deal with playing phone tag while I’m at work to try and schedule something.

He went above and beyond, and I’m recommending him to everyone since he really is THAT good. He’s trustworthy, told me what services I did not need (and what DIY products I could buy for $30 to fix my problem) and explained why my air ducts weren’t working in a way that was clear, made sense & was not condescending or sexist. I’m AFAB so that last part is huge. He even recommended a good pupusa place in Durham AND replaced an old fixture for free (something I had avoided since my house was starting to turn into r/DIWHY).

He’s been in the HVAC game for 20 years, but just started his own company a year ago so he could have more agency over what he was allowed to tell his customers. Btw this is NOT an advertisement/sponsored post.

I appreciate u/ShaneRyan24 doing Durham a solid and shining a light on this awesome HVAC guy so our community can all share the wonderful resource that is Enrique.

I would love to don a red robe and meet a dozen other durhamites in torchlit woods on a snowy night to perform rituals, and maybe enjoy a nice brew after. anyone know where to look for this?

I see that Durham has a Chuck E. Cheese location and was wondering if it’s any good or if it’s just a barren wasteland and a shell of the empire it used to be.

Hey everyone! I am a friend of the owner of the restaurant Pocha on Old Chapel Hill Road. I wanted to let everyone know that they are officially opening up this weekend! Come out to the grand opening this Saturday, October 17 to support a local business and enjoy some authentic Korean food and drinks.

Website: https://pochanc.onrender.com/ (https://pochanc.onrender.com/)

Saw a sign with this URL today, so figured I'd spread the word. I'm not involved with this org at all, but I was happy to see that someone has put the time and energy into sorting out what's going on with Eno trail repairs, and advocating for a more public process. I understand that government bureaucracy doesn't move very quickly, but the lack of information and updates has been very frustrating. Hopefully some public pressure will encourage the superintendent to be more transparent.

Tuesday, 13Oct AM: I was picking through records, you were trying to find a recording of a certain show you just saw in NYC.

Mere minutes after you left, I found the Holy Grail you were searching for, original recording double CD. It's still there! Drop me a message and I'll point you to the right shelf.

Killer queen downtown was one of my favorite spots to get a drink downtown and I just saw that they recently closed down. Anyone know why?? I’m super bummed!

...and it was actually pretty darn good.

Probably because it was over staffed and the knives were super sharp and new.

Honored my partner and I with free ice cream for our birthdays.

It was odd though...the whole staff...seemed happy.

Heads up, folks. There's a 5K and Half Marathon on Sunday 10/18 starting at 7:30am. If you're in these or surrounding areas:

• Downtown
  
• Trinity Park
  
• Watts-Hillandale
• Lakewood
  

Check out the routes posted here, plan accordingly, and spread the word to your community.

https://bullcityracefest.com/coursemap/

https://bullcityracefest.com/roadclosures/

The Durham County Board of Commissioners heard some raw frustration this week from long‑time residents who say their property tax bills feel less like math and more like betrayal — and that when they asked for help, they were brushed off.

From there, the meeting turned into a deeper test of trust:

• Residents challenged why nearly $1 million in tax revenue tied to a major downtown property isn’t showing up on reports.
• They pressed the board to use its oversight power to release minutes from the Board of Equalization and Review, arguing those records should be public.
• Commissioners and county staff walked through the legal limits, the work required to redact confidential info, and why getting those minutes out won’t be quick.
• Commissioners acknowledged just how extreme the jump in property values has been and tried to reassure residents they’re pushing for transparency while staying within state law.

The board also took up how Durham spends millions each year on youth detention and jail healthcare:

• One commissioner questioned whether the services we’re paying for at the youth home are really being delivered — and argued that money would be better spent keeping kids and adults out of detention in the first place.
• County leaders described their short‑term plan and longer‑term strategy to rebid detention health contracts, aiming for better care and more “bang for the buck.”

And finally, childcare got a spotlight:

• The board created a new early childhood task force but pushed to tighten the rules so it can’t just operate out of sight. They added a requirement to report back to the commissioners at least every six months.
• Commissioners pressed for a stronger voice from businesses that actually provide childcare, saying the county won’t solve this workforce crisis without a real public‑private partnership.
• The amended resolution passed unanimously, as did several consent items to close out the night.

If you care about property taxes, how we treat people in our jail and youth home, or who gets a seat at the table on childcare policy, this one is worth a watch.

Durham County Board of Commissioners meeting highlights

Highlights selected and suggested post edited by Wes Platt at Southpoint Access.

Since it seems that ownership has changed hands, and the quality of service at WASP has gone down, does anyone have a recommendation for a shop for Mazdas?

Just got this email. I've missed a bunch of them, which led to me asking dumb questions here, so I figured I'd post it in case it slipped by anyone else. Seems they city is still having trouble with their new billing system and is suspending disconnections for nonpayment as a result. Just FYI.

I’m on the PTA board for my kids’ school and I’m organizing a raffle fundraiser at our fall festival. When I did this 15 years ago it seemed so much easier to find places willing to donate gift cards, free services, etc.

The corporate hoops are more cumbersome (bc we fundraise under the NCPTA umbrella organization tax ID number some of them can’t donate to us without a time consuming hassle) and I’m mostly coming up empty with the small businesses I’ve contacted- I’ve tried email, calls and walking in the person.

Shout out to the places that make this straightforward and easy as if they WANT to help their communities: Food Lion and Publix allow their managers to donate a certain number of $25 gift cards per month if you provide a receipt with a tax deductible number (edit: publix has changed their policy in the last year and now only does donations via corporate website. The managers no longer have any discretion.). Also, we have a parent who got a Piepushers gift card for us and Moondance soaps is donating a giftbox.

Does anyone either have personal business connections or places that have donated to their causes in the past couple of years? I’ve got two more weeks to make this raffle enticing!

my partner and i thought it would be fun to go to an opera since we’ve never been before!

obviously in our heads everyone is dressed super fancy to go to THEE opera but i imagine that’s not what it is like in reality.

anyone been before? what’s the general vibe?

Hey everyone! I graduated in December 2025 with my bachelor’s degree and have been struggling to find a full-time job.

I’ve noticed that a lot of job postings in my area are in healthcare, so I’m considering going back to school for a more stable career. I’m looking into Durham Tech’s respiratory therapy program since I’ve completed the prerequisites, as well as UNC’s accelerated BSN program.

For anyone who has completed a 2-year healthcare program, are there any programs you would recommend? I’m looking for good job prospects and decent pay after graduation. Thanks!

For Durham residents:

• $10.31 General Admission tickets (Sections 16-22)
• $15.50 for East Reserved Seats (Sections 1-5, 8, 9, 31, 32)
• Each ticket comes with $13 concession voucher
• Free parking! (though I think that's the lot in Cary j/k)
• For kids: pregame trick or treating on the concourse
• For kids: free trick or treat buckets to the first 750 kids in costume
• Halftime costume celebration (and contest? heard this last one but not verified on website)

I have been a member of the Y for a few years (mostly for the swimming pool and for cycle classes), and want to find a yoga class that I enjoy. I am somehow fit, 40 y.o., and like different types of yoga, from something with a lot of flow to more sustained positions. The one class I tried was tailored to older people. I am just trying to find a class that fits a bit more challenging. Can folks share their experiences? (Any Triangle location)

We’ve got an older house in north Durham that’s got a square shower with a cracked and leaking shower pan. We need the shower pulled out, the subfloor inspected and potentially replaced/repaired and the shower re-done.

We’re very queer so anyone who works in the house has to be chill but honestly we haven’t had any issues since moving to Durham.

I’m just looking for someone who will do good work at a fair price. This is our first major home repair/reno so we’re a little unsure where to even start.

Has anyone been hearing what sounds like megaphones or howling in South Durham near 54 / Farrington tonight? We thought it was music but it almost sounds like maybe a protest or something? There have also been loud engine sounds but that’s normal. Just wondering what’s going on?

Did anyone else see the giant meteor like object falling from the sky this morning around 6:45am???

EDIT: I CLEARLY LIVE UNDER A ROCK and I thought the sky was falling ..... But tbh, being completely unaware this was going to happen then seeing it on my way to work this morning was pretty freaking epic!!! It was beautiful to see with the sunrise!!