By William F. West, The Herald-Sun, Durham, N.C. Apr. 2--DURHAM -- With Durham's two reservoirs now full, City Hall has eased back Stage IV water use restrictions to Stage III, just in time for residents to begin spring planting.

By Matt Dees, The News & Observer, Raleigh, N.C. Mar. 21--DURHAM -- Durham residents might be allowed to water outdoor plants on a limited basis starting next week, though some city leaders are worried that will lead water users back into wasteful habits.

By David Bracken, The News & Observer, Raleigh, N.C. Mar. 6--The thunderstorms that swept the region Tuesday night dumped 2 inches or more of rain and gave a much-needed boost to area reservoirs Wednesday. "It's quite frankly just a godsend," said Ed Buchan, Raleigh's water conservation specialist.

By Ray Gronberg, The Herald-Sun, Durham, N.C. Feb. 23--DURHAM -- Good news about the city's water situation continued to trickle in this week, even though a predicted rainstorm on Friday turned into a bit of a bust.

By Ray Gronberg, The Herald-Sun, Durham, N.C. Feb. 19--DURHAM -- Last week's rain helped boost Durham's water stockpile, but officials are cautioning that the city and the rest of the Triangle are still a long way from shaking off a record drought.