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Middle College’s Alec Virgil Named 2024–25 DPS Teacher of the Year
Alec Virgil, a visionary educator at Middle College High School at Durham Tech, has been named the 2024–2025 Durham Public Schools Teacher of the Year. The honor was announced during the district’s annual Excellence in Teaching banquet, held Thursday night at The Cotton Room in downtown Durham. Virgil, who teaches honors civic literacy, is known…
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[Nerdspresso] Disco, Disco “Buck”
There were two preambles that I learned in my childhood. One was to the Constitution of the United States and the other one was from the Buck Rogers TV show. Both are historically and culturally significant. One hasn’t aged so well and is kind of irrelevant now. Sorry, Constitution but Buck Rogers rules in all…
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$25K Grant Opportunity for Durham Small Businesses Offers Boost in Flexibility
Local small businesses in South Durham have a new opportunity to secure funding this month, thanks to a nationwide grant program launched by Stamps.com. The $25,000 “Small Business Flexibility Grant” is aimed at helping service-based businesses address operational challenges and improve flexibility in their day-to-day work. The grant is open for applications through May 31,…
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Triangle Mobility Hub Project Moves Forward with Developer Selection and Bold Vision for Regional Transit
A major step forward has been announced for the Triangle Mobility Hub, a 19-acre mixed-use development planned for Research Triangle Park, with Hoffman & Associates selected as the master developer. The project is being developed in partnership with GoTriangle and the Research Triangle Foundation of North Carolina. It aims to create a walkable, transit-oriented community…
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Wolfspeed CFO to Step Down as Company Navigates Capital Restructuring
Wolfspeed Inc.’s Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Neill Reynolds will depart the company at the end of May as part of a planned leadership transition. Reynolds is expected to remain in his role until May 30 to assist with ongoing lender negotiations aimed at bolstering the company’s capital structure. He will also participate…
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Parkwood UMC Fundraiser Planned in May
Parkwood United Methodist Church invites the South Durham community to its annual fundraiser, a two-day event packed with estate finds, local treasures, and community spirit. Taking place on May 16 (3 to 7 p.m.) and May 17 (8 a.m. to 2 p.m.) at 5123 Revere Rd., this popular spring event raises funds to support neighbors…
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Miller Departing as Hope Valley Principal
In a message to families on Wednesday, Hope Valley Elementary School Principal Jed Miller announced he’s leaving that post at the end of the school year. He expressed gratitude for the community’s assistance during the past five years, where he oversaw the Durham Public Schools campus at the corner of Dixon Road and University Drive…
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Great Futures Breakfast Supports Boys & Girls Clubs of Durham and Orange Counties
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Durham and Orange Counties hosts the 2025 Great Futures Breakfast on May 1, aiming to raise $125,000 to support its summer camp programs. The free event takes place at the BGCDOC Durham Club, located at 1010 Martin Luther King Jr. Pkwy., Ste. 300. Breakfast will be served at 7:30…
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[In Memoriam] Durham Obituaries – April 29, 2025
Southpoint Access remembers the lives of local residents who recently passed away. Information about services and memorials is included where available. Additional Notes: Southpoint Access extends condolences to the families and friends of those we remember this week. Get Connected
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[Commentary] Gwen Frisbie-Fulton: Childcare Costs Shouldn’t Be Borne Alone
By Gwen Frisbie-FultonBeacon Media I’m a heck of a proud mom. My son is graduating next month and will head to college in the fall. We’ve spent the last year researching engineering programs and visiting campuses. He’s been accepted into all of his top schools, and I’m over the moon. I’ve known for a long…
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Music on Main Returns to The Streets at Southpoint on May 10
Live music will fill the air again at The Streets at Southpoint starting May 10, when the Music on Main outdoor concert series, sponsored by Duke Arts, returns for another season of free Saturday performances. The concerts, which are open to the public, will take place from 5 to 8 p.m. each Saturday through the…
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[Nerdspresso Phase II] Episode 8: CHICKEN JOCKEY!
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 eighth episode, we’re talking about A Minecraft Movie starring Jack Black and Jason Momoa! Spread the word by sharing this Southpoint Access newsletter with friends…
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