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Memo: DPS Financial Officer Proposed Cuts to Help Fund Pay Discrepancy
This story is developing. More information will be added as it becomes available. Durham Public Schools would’ve cut all federal ESSER-funded positions and slashed “over utilized allocations at the schools” to help free up funds to cover the millions needed to cover the cost of the classified worker pay increase. That’s the plan former Chief…
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Durham Council Considers Israel-Palestine Ceasefire Resolution
After months of citizens calling for action during public comment periods, the Durham City Council now is set to pass a resolution seeking an end to the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine. The resolution, included in the agenda for the Feb. 19 council meeting, recognizes the diverse nationalities, ethnicities, and faiths of Durham residents…
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Meet the Candidate: Jessica Carda-Auten
Jessica Carda-Auten, currently the incumbent representative for District 3 on the Durham Public Schools Board of Education, was appointed to the post in March 2023. Now 43, she attended public schools in New Hanover and Mecklenburg counties. Her three children attend DPS schools. She’s got 15 years of experience in public health and research, currently…
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Apokriatiko Glendi – Mardi Gras Dinner Dance
Bring your family and friends for an exciting evening of dining and dancing at AHEPA Chapter 277’s Apokriatiko Glendi – our annual Mardi Gras dinner dance! Casual dress and costumes are welcomed and encouraged. Pay at the door or via Paypal to ahepa277dues@gmail.com: $30 per adult. $20 per student (13 and older). $10 per child…
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2024 DPS An Evening to Shine
Evening to Shine gives students the unique opportunity to perform at DPAC and work with esteemed vocal clinicians and choreographers to produce a musical gala that is a ‘must see’ event. This year, Durham Public Schools will display the vocal, dance, and visual arts talents of over 350 students grades K-12.
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Calling All Water Wizards!
Where’s the magic in water conservation? The City of Durham’s Department of Water Management is calling all students (kindergarten through 8th grade) to share their visions in the 2024 annual poster contest. The contest, open to students who are in public, private, or home schools in the city’s service area, follows the theme “Be a…
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Students Escape Burning Durham School Bus
Durham Public Schools Bus No. 131 burned on Friday afternoon at American and White Pine drives after departing Brogden Middle School. The bus driver managed to evacuate all 28 students before the bus became fully engulfed in flames. No injuries were reported. “We are extremely happy that our bus driver and students are safe and…
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Durham Satisfaction Survey: Schools, Pedestrian and Bike Amenities Need Work
Durham residents are least impressed with the city’s public and charter schools, bicycle and pedestrian facilities, and our public transit system. That’s according to the 2023 Durham City Resident Survey, conducted by the ETC Institute on behalf of the city. The survey ranks responses in three tiers based on “very satisfied” or “satisfied.” The lowest…
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APS of Durham Pet of the Week: Aiden
Aiden‘s an energetic medium-sized dog available for adoption from the Animal Protection Society of Durham. Here are his biographical details, provided by APS of Durham: Aiden is all about having fun. And we love to have fun with Aiden! He loves to go for walks, is a great catch…at fetch, and loves spending time in…
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Del Taco Coming to South Durham?
Durham County property records confirm that a Del Taco restaurant is coming to the old Thai 55 location near N.C. Hwy. 54 and Apex Highway in South Durham. A company spokesperson was less forthcoming: “There are no additional details to share regarding the Durham location at this time.” What we can tell from Del Taco’s…
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Southpoint Area Restaurant Inspection Scores for February 2024
On occasion, Southpoint Access will gather information from Durham County’s Public Health Department to get a snapshot of how facilities in this region are scoring on their inspections. In this report, we delve into recent reports on restaurants in the 27707 zipcode. TL;DR Version: Top scores (100/100) went to Afrikiko’s Bistro, Bul Box, Joe Van…
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Changes Ahead for Rogers-Herr Leadership
Dr. Kecia Rogers, principal of Rogers-Herr Middle School, on March 1 becomes the assistant superintendent for middle schools in Durham Public Schools. According to DPS, Rogers-Herr has consistently met or exceeded growth under her leadership. She’s a product of the district and worked as a teacher at Southwest Elementary School for 10 years before transitioning…
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