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Podcast Recap: Durham Public Schools Faces New Shortfall
In the latest SoDu We Like Local News podcast, neighborhood news guy Wes Platt dives into the challenging financial situation facing Durham Public Schools where the administration has discovered a $7 million budget shortfall. Catch the full podcast on Spotify and subscribe to the newsletter at soduwelikelocal.news for more local updates. Your support keeps this community news going strong!
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Podcast Recap: Ready for Durham Family Responsibility Zones?
In the latest SoDu We Like Local News podcast, neighborhood news guy Wes Platt dives into the upcoming changes as Durham Public Schools’ family responsibility zones go into effect on Jan. 21. These zones will impact families at 21 elementary schools, including Hope Valley, Southwest, Parkwood, and Pearsontown, requiring those living nearby to arrange their…
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Durham Customers Await Duke Energy Repairs
Nearly 1,600 customers in the South Durham area waited on the restoration of power by Duke Energy after heavy storms passed through the region on Friday. The power company reported outages started around 4:24 p.m., blaming the blackout on fallen trees or limbs during the storm. Power was expected to be back on by 10:30…
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New Durham Outdoor Drinking District Coming to Southpoint
South Durham may get its own version of downtown Durham’s Bullpen social district next month at The Streets at Southpoint. “I do not have a specific date as we are working through several details and requirements to get this established,” said Agnes Stevens, spokesperson for The Streets at Southpoint. “Right now, we are looking at…
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Durham Heat Index in Danger Zone Again Today
The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory from noon until 8 p.m. today, warning that temperatures in central North Carolina – including Durham – could see heat index values as high as 109 degrees Fahrenheit. The hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses. Residents are urged to drink plenty of fluids,…
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TD Bank Branch Coming to South Durham
What used to be a Circle K at 4835 Hope Valley Rd. is turning into a TD Bank branch at the intersection with NC Hwy. 54, next to Burger King and across from Jiffy Lube. The project is overseen by Raleigh’s Woodhaven Development Group. Southpoint Access is a free community news website run as a service…
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New Durham Dunkin’ Takes Shape
Work continues on the Dunkin’ at 4823 NC Hwy. 55, between Wendy’s and Bojangle’s, near the intersection at Allendown Drive. City planning records show the property has undergone an upfit, including electrical and plumbing. When finished, it’ll include a drive-through. Southpoint Access is a free community news website run as a service to our neighbors in…
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[Video] To the Point Episode 8: Durham Drama Teacher Takes Musical Theatre Prize
In the eighth episode of To the Point, Wes Platt, editor and publisher of Southpoint Access, interviews Olivia Bellido, drama teacher at C.E. Jordan High School. Bellido received the Stephen Schwartz Musical Theatre Teacher of the Year Award. The program at Jordan receives $5,000. Become a Southpoint Access Founding Sponsor: https://southpointaccess.news/2024/07/06/support-south-durham-local-news-as-a-founding-sponsor/ Get our Southpoint Weekly…
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South Durham Year-Round Principals Look Ahead to New Year
Durham Public Schools will kick off the new year-round academic year on July 22 with four more schools than previously offered, due to redistricting in the Growing Together plan. “Many families love the year-round calendar because it provides more balance for students and families with frequent breaks for students to rest and recharge, expanded learning…
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South Durham Newsletter Roundup No. 17
Are you caught up on the latest news from Southpoint Access? The current issue of the Southpoint Weekly Roundup newsletter is now online with headlines about what’s happening here in South Durham. Readers can sign up to receive these free updates by email. Use this link to subscribe and never miss an issue! Southpoint Access is…
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Science Corporation Plans $65M Expansion in Durham
Science Corporation, which makes semiconductors for cutting-edge technologies, is investing $65 million to expand its facility on T.W. Alexander Drive and add more than 50 new jobs. The expansion plan was announced at Monday’s Durham County Board of Commissioners meeting. In a news release, Chair Nida Allam said: “Their life-changing work is helping to make…
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