Parks and Rec: What Features Should These Durham Parks Have?

Durham Parks and Recreation plans to replace playgrounds at M0rreene Road Park and Forest Hills Park. Now they're asking residents to share their preferences for features to include in the … Continue reading Parks and Rec: What Features Should These Durham Parks Have?

What’s Happening in Durham: Jan. 13-18, 2025

Looking for something to do this week? From family-friendly events like Play Café and Canvas and Cupcakes to adult-focused activities like Serene Scribbles and Chinese Exercises for Well-Being, there’s something … Continue reading What’s Happening in Durham: Jan. 13-18, 2025

Durham Parks Department Seeks Special Events Manager

Do you find reporting like this valuable? Support Southpoint Access as  a subscriber  or  advertising sponsor  and make it possible to keep this information flowing to readers in our community! The City of Durham’s Parks and … Continue reading Durham Parks Department Seeks Special Events Manager

Durham Rolls Out New Parks Bond Referendum Site

In November, Durham voters decide whether to approve $200 million in bonds that would improve the city's streets, sidewalks, and parks. With that in mind, city officials this week have … Continue reading Durham Rolls Out New Parks Bond Referendum Site

Durham City Parks Offer Summer Programs That Need More Workers

The Durham Parks and Recreation Department has boosted marketing efforts, offers competitive hourly rates, and hosted a job fair, but continues to struggle with finding enough seasonal staff for city … Continue reading Durham City Parks Offer Summer Programs That Need More Workers

Durham May Move Forward with Parks and Rec Bond Referendum

The Durham City Council is considering a $200 million bond referendum for the November election ballot, earmarked for work on parks, recreation facilities, and streets and sidewalks. It’s set for … Continue reading Durham May Move Forward with Parks and Rec Bond Referendum

Pedestrian Safety, Teen Equipment Among Winning Participatory Budgeting Projects

Durham residents voted and now city officials are moving forward with five winning projects in the latest phase of the city’s participatory budgeting process. On Thursday, Durham City Council members … Continue reading Pedestrian Safety, Teen Equipment Among Winning Participatory Budgeting Projects