[SoDu Sunrise Showcase] Covered with Fluffy White Stuff

The snow actually came down pretty heavily on Wednesday, enough for the kids to throw snowballs and scoot down hills on our long-unused plastic sleds. And, as the picture shows, … Continue reading [SoDu Sunrise Showcase] Covered with Fluffy White Stuff

Warm Up Your Business This Winter with Southpoint Access! ❄️

South Durham may not see snow often, but when it does, the community comes together, just like we do every day at Southpoint Access. We’re dedicated to keeping our neighbors informed … Continue reading Warm Up Your Business This Winter with Southpoint Access! ❄️

[SoDu Sunrise Showcase] How Seriously Do You Take Pickleball?

True confession: I've never played pickleball. My son John Michael has, during summer camp. But I'm aware that it's a growing sports phenomenon and that we've got a great outdoor … Continue reading [SoDu Sunrise Showcase] How Seriously Do You Take Pickleball?

SoDu Week in Review – Feb. 15, 2025

Feeling Good About Bull City Life? The City of Durham rolled out its annual survey of residents, which found that 79% of us rate Durham as an excellent or good place … Continue reading SoDu Week in Review – Feb. 15, 2025

[SoDu Alert] Durham Faces High Wind Warning Sunday

The National Weather Service has issued a high wind warning for North Carolina regions - including South Durham - for Sunday from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. Southwest winds between … Continue reading [SoDu Alert] Durham Faces High Wind Warning Sunday

This Week in South Durham: Events You Don’t Want to Miss!

Hey, SoDu Crew! Looking for something fun, thought-provoking, or community-focused to do this week? From local government meetings to storytime for the little ones, there’s plenty happening around South Durham. … Continue reading This Week in South Durham: Events You Don’t Want to Miss!

SoDu Shopping Basket – Feb. 14, 2025

The SoDu Shopping Basket tracks grocery prices across South Durham, helping you find the best deals each week. This exclusive feature is available to SoDu Crew members and paid subscribers … Continue reading SoDu Shopping Basket – Feb. 14, 2025

[SoDu Sunrise Showcase] Looking for a Handout?

For the most part, I prefer to keep Southpoint Access digital-only - available on your computer or smartphone. But! This early in this adventure in ultra-local neighborhood journalism, I think it'd help … Continue reading [SoDu Sunrise Showcase] Looking for a Handout?

[SoDu Sunrise Showcase] Bad for My Blood Pressure

So, I sat in Dr. Kevin Harrison's office, waiting to get my annual heart checkup, when the phone buzzed in my pocket. The number: Durham Public Schools. It was after … Continue reading [SoDu Sunrise Showcase] Bad for My Blood Pressure

[SoDu Sunrise Showcase] A Farewell to Flavor

On my drive around South Durham on a gray and dreary Tuesday, I passed Mexico Lindo y Querido on NC Highway 55 and noticed the parking lot was empty. At … Continue reading [SoDu Sunrise Showcase] A Farewell to Flavor

[SoDu Sunrise Showcase] Get Involved in the DPS Budget Process

Didn't understand the Kendrick Lamar halftime show? That doesn't lessen its artistic value. Plus, time to share your input on the Durham Public Schools budget! And Democrats in the state … Continue reading [SoDu Sunrise Showcase] Get Involved in the DPS Budget Process

[SoDu Alert] N.C. Democrats’ Bill Would Prohibit Local LEOs from Assisting ICE in Immigration Raids

The bill, filed by District 50 Rep. Renee A. Price, also was sponsored by District 18 Rep. Deb Butler, District 61 Rep. Pricey Harrison, and District 41 Rep. Maria Cervania. … Continue reading [SoDu Alert] N.C. Democrats’ Bill Would Prohibit Local LEOs from Assisting ICE in Immigration Raids