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Southpoint Access Office Hours – July 1, 2025
Wes Platt – South Durham’s neighborhood news guy – streams regular office hours with the editor. Paying members of the SoDu Crew subscribers are invited to participate in the livestream chat to interact, offer comments, share concerns, and talk about what’s happening in their neighborhoods around Southpoint. Become a subscriber at https://soduwelikelocal.news! Spread the word by…
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[In Memoriam] Durham Obituaries – July 1, 2025
Southpoint Access remembers the lives of neighbors who recently passed away. Information about services and memorials is included where available. Southpoint Access extends condolences to the families and friends of those we remember this week. Get Connected
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[Commentary] Kimberly Jones: Public Education Is A Sacred Obligation
By Kimberly JonesBeacon Media I’ve spent my life in North Carolina’s public schools, as a student, a teacher, and most recently an advisor to the N.C. State Board of Education. These experiences created a core belief: education expands our worlds, develops our voices, and empowers us to make positive change in the world. These beliefs…
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[From NC Newsline] New State Laws Taking Effect July 1, 2025
By Christine Zhu, NC NewslineJune 30, 2025 Several new laws will take effect on Tuesday, July 1 in North Carolina after approval by state lawmakers and the governor. These include a ban on certain vaping products, changes to automotive insurance policies, and transportation commerce tax. Here’s a look at a few and what they mean…
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[Graduation 2025] Hillside High School Graduates
Southpoint Access congratulates Hillside High School Class of 2025 on reaching this important milestone. This year’s graduates reflect a broad range of academic, athletic, artistic, and community achievements, marking the culmination of effort, growth, and perseverance. Their time at Hillside has prepared them for diverse paths ahead, and their accomplishments are a testament to the…
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Southpoint Access Office Hours – June 30, 2025
Starting today, Wes Platt – South Durham’s neighborhood news guy – streams regular office hours with the editor. Paying members of the SoDu Crew subscribers are invited to participate in the livestream chat to interact, offer comments, share concerns, and talk about what’s happening in their neighborhoods around Southpoint. Become a subscriber at https://soduwelikelocal.news! Spread the…
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[Graduation 2025] Durham School of the Arts Graduates
Southpoint Access congratulates Durham School of the Arts Class of 2025 on reaching this important milestone. This year’s graduates reflect a broad range of academic, athletic, artistic, and community achievements, marking the culmination of effort, growth, and perseverance. Their time at DSA has prepared them for diverse paths ahead, and their accomplishments are a testament…
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[Nerdspresso] Phase II Episode 11: Spacing Out
Join Jeff Stanford, the nerd behind Nerdspresso, and South Durham’s neighborhood news guy, Wes Platt, for the latest iteration of this celebration of all things nerdy. It’s Nerdspresso, Phase II! In the 11th episode, we’re talking about the 27th anniversary and relaunch of OtherSpace MUSH!
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[Nerdspresso] Ana de Armas Gets Killer Workout in “Ballerina”
Ana de Armas is pretty hardcore in Ballerina, a John Wick spinoff directed by Len Wiseman (Underworld and Live Free or Die Hard). She plays Eve – an orphan raised in a secret school of assassins who decides to chase down her father’s killer. Produced by Chad Stahelski, who directed all the Wick movies and…
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Durham: What City Services are Open, Closed on July 4?
As South Durham residents gear up to celebrate Independence Day, here’s what to expect from the City of Durham in terms of closures, changes, and local festivities for Friday, July 4, 2025. 🚫 City Closures Most City of Durham offices, including City Hall, will be closed on Friday, July 4. Non-emergency facilities and operations will…
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First Measles Case of 2025 Reported in North Carolina
North Carolina health officials have confirmed the state’s first case of measles in 2025, involving a child who became ill while traveling to the state from a country experiencing a measles outbreak. The child visited Forsyth and Guilford counties, and the NC Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) is working with local health departments…
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