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[Southpoint Spotlight] From Barber to Boxyard: How Kindred Spirit Is Pouring Light into South Durham

Wes PlattJune 22, 2025June 22, 2025

When COVID-19 shuttered businesses across the country, longtime barber Monique Mackey didn’t just sit still – she lit a match.…

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[Southpoint Spotlight] Guildhall Games: Playing a Supportive Role at Boxyard RTP

Wes PlattJune 9, 2025June 9, 2025

When Jacob Guild and his wife Nicole Frascino opened Guildhall Games at Boxyard RTP, they weren’t just launching a business,…

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[Southpoint Spotlight] Bulkogi: A Flavorful Mission Continues

Wes PlattMay 14, 2025May 14, 2025

In a region where culinary creativity thrives, Bulkogi stands out not just for its bold Korean BBQ flavors but for…

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[Southpoint Spotlight] Disco Differences: A Vintage Shop with a Mission at Boxyard RTP

Wes PlattMay 9, 2025May 9, 2025

At first glance, Disco Differences could be mistaken for just another cool vintage clothing spot, but behind the racks of…

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[Southpoint Spotlight] Crafting a Creative Space in Durham

Wes PlattSeptember 13, 2024September 13, 2024

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…

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[Southpoint Spotlight] A Family’s Heritage Finds a Fresh Start in South Durham

Wes PlattJuly 23, 2024September 13, 2024

Edna de Luna and her husband Gustavo Angel want to show pride in their culinary heritage with the new restaurant…

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Wake students, principals set to discuss screen time in schools
on October 27, 2026 at 8:00 am
Wake is dipping its toes into the debate over technology use in schools, which has bubbled up nationally and resulted in restrictions in other North Carolina school districts and major districts nationwide.
Raleigh homeowner says Halloween still on in Oakwood despite permit requirements
on October 27, 2026 at 3:33 am
According to Jesse Jones, owner of a home on Oakwood Avenue that's famous in the city for its elaborate Halloween decorations, Halloween is still on in the Oakwood district. Jones' home has become one of the more popular sites in the city on Halloween.
'Time for a change': NC State students weigh in on next head football coach
on October 27, 2026 at 2:25 am
NC State students want their next head football coach to bring in big names and win after a series of firings within the program this weekend, including head coach Dave Doeren.
Jay-Z picks himself to headline the Super Bowl halftime show at SoFi Stadium in Southern California
on October 27, 2026 at 1:53 am
Jay-Z will headline the Super Bowl halftime show on February 14 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. The NFL, Apple Music, and Roc Nation announced the news Monday night. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said he always wanted Jay-Z to perform when the time felt right. Jay-Z expressed excitemen...
EcoGPT promises greener AI. Here’s what we found
on October 26, 2026 at 11:08 pm
An AI app promises to plant trees as you chat. Is it actually greener? We checked EcoGPT’s claims — and found the trees may not be its biggest environmental benefit.

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3-year-old soccer prodigy has police called on him by other parents for being 'too good'
by KGO on October 27, 2026 at 12:28 pm
Too good for the league? A Florida family says police were called after parents complained their 3-year-old soccer star was dominating games against 5-year-olds.
Serbia's Aleksandar Vucic concedes defeat to the student-led movement in a seismic political shift
by AP on October 27, 2026 at 12:14 pm
The long-serving strongman leader of Serbia, Aleksandar Vucic, has conceded defeat in an election that pitted him and his right-wing party against a diverse student-led opposition movement.
Noah Wyle named People's 'Sexiest Man Alive'
by WPVI on October 27, 2026 at 11:38 am
People Magazine cites the married father's smoldering intensity, leading-man looks and that he loves to do the dishes
Dollar General is sued by the FTC and 20 states for what's being described as deceptive pricing
on October 27, 2026 at 11:06 am
The FTC has sued the bargain chain Dollar General for what it characterized as “long-running deceptive pricing practices."
Drought Gets Worse
by WTVD on October 27, 2026 at 11:02 am
We don't expect rain until Sunday, and even then it's a maybe...