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What’s Your Vision for Durham 2044?
In the next 20 years, could Durhamites harness their innovation and drive to turn a chunk of Durham Freeway into a park and amphitheater and rebuild connections between downtown and the Hayti neighborhood? That’s just part of the vision unveiled in the 20-Year Destination Master Plan released by Discover Durham, developed with input from more…
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[SoDuWe Poll Results] Youth Activities in South Durham
Southpoint Access recently asked readers to share their insights and experiences regarding youth activities in South Durham. The results: Half the respondents indicated that their family participates in youth sports and other activities at least once a week. A third are involved in activities once a month. Nearly 17% reported that they’ve got something going…
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It’s Official: No School for DPS on Monday
Durham Public Schools will close Monday, as feared, due to a reported call-out of school transportation mechanics. Although athletics and other extracurricular activities are expected to continue as planned, the district’s afterschool care programs won’t be available. District employees – including bus drivers – are asked to show up for the workday.
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[SoDu We Poll] Youth Activities in South Durham
Is your family active in youth sports? Community service? Religious groups? I’m asking Southpoint Access readers to participate in a brief 5-question survey about youth activities in our area – what neighbors are looking for when it comes to these activities, whether they’re inclusive enough, and what improvements could be made. You’ll find the survey…
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Piney Wood Park Pickleball Grand Opening
DPR invites residents to celebrate the official grand opening of the pickleball courts at Piney Wood Park off Woodcroft Parkway in South Durham. Activities include a ribbon cutting, open play, family activities, and food for purchase. Send your event information to southpointaccessnews@gmail.com.
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Meet the Candidate: Daryl Payton
Are you a Southpoint Access subscriber? Support our ultra-local news at this link! Daryl Payton is one of 11 candidates running to fill five seats in the upcoming election for the Durham Board of County Commissioners. His professional experience has been in the technology and cybersecurity industries. Southpoint Access asked Payton to answer some questions for our readers. The…
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What Would You Add to Durham’s Cultural Roadmap?
Durham community leaders are trying to shape the future of the local arts and cultural scene for the next five years, and they want your input! On Jan. 20, a listening session is planned from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Durham Arts Council, 120 Morris St., hosted by the City of Durham, Durham…
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Durham Seeks Engineering Firm for Stormwater Retrofit Projects
City officials in Durham have invited bids from qualified engineering firms to complete a stormwater basin study to identify and design retrofits or restorations of stormwater systems in seven Equitable and Green Infrastructure neighborhoods. Identified neighborhoods include: Durham is accepting bids until Jan. 18, 2024, for work that would include: According to the request for…
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Get Started Right for Your Family in 2024
As we welcome the New Year, parents in South Durham might consider setting resolutions that not only benefit their personal growth but also positively affect their families. Here are 10 potential New Year’s resolutions for parents: Prioritize Family Time Commit to spending more quality time with your children. This could be as simple as having…
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[SOUTHPOINT SPOTLIGHT] Shining On: Laura Helton
This summer, Laura Helton took on the role of pack leader for Scout Pack 451, which meets in the Hope Valley area at Westminster Presbyterian Church, at the corner of Old Chapel Hill and Shannon roads. Recently, she took the time to answer some questions from Southpoint Access about the pack, its activities, and what she does in…
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