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[SoDu Parenting Pickles] Potty Break in the Pickup Line?
Support neighborhood news with our Southpoint Summer fundraiser on GoFundMe! Disclaimer: SoDu Parenting Pickles posts are written by a fellow parent, sharing experiences, reflections, and thoughts on raising kids in South Durham. This column is not written by a licensed therapist or counselor and should not be taken as professional mental health, medical, or legal…
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[Raising Durham] Comparison – and the Voice in Your Head – Are Thieves of Joy
Support Southpoint Access in our summer fundraising effort! Most nights around 3 a.m., I wake up with the same uneasy feeling. The first thought that surfaces is usually some version of: What was I thinking? I’ve never done anything quite like this before. There are people who have trained for this, built entire careers around…
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[Nerdspresso] “Attack” Sci-Fi Romp with a British Accent
If you missed Attack the Block when it came out during the summer of 2011, don’t feel bad. This British import got good reviews, but flew under the radar and faded pretty quickly. It is mainly known now as the film debut of John Boyega, who leveraged the buzz to snag a role in Star…
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[Raising Durham] Rolling with the Trolls: Comments, Cancer, and Calling Out Nonsense
A few weeks ago, I found myself doing something I usually avoid: scrolling through the comments. And y’all, I KNOW better. Truly. It started with a Facebook post from a local news reporter about a measles outbreak and the importance of childhood vaccines. I added a brief comment, sharing that my daughter is immunocompromised and…
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[SoDu How-To] Navigate Alzheimer’s Support in Durham
Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia can be overwhelming – but you’re not alone. Durham and neighboring communities are home to a growing network of support services, care providers, and educational resources tailored for families navigating memory loss. Whether you’re seeking a diagnosis, caregiver support, in-home care, or long-term…
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[Raising Durham] Main Character Energy: Life Beyond Your “Expiration Date”
Writes Heather Hindin: “This idea of “not being seen” is universal, even if the specifics differ. The frustration of being defined by a single trait—whether it’s your age, your body size, or your job title—can feel stifling.”
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Southpoint Access: Building Community in South Durham Through Connection and Achievement
In the heart of South Durham, where community spirit thrives and local pride runs deep, Southpoint Access aims not just to be an ultra-local news site, but also a virtual gathering space designed to connect neighbors, celebrate achievements, and showcase the vibrant culture of South Durham. Whether you’re a parent looking for family-friendly events, an…
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[Editor’s Note] What I’m Grateful For (2024)
Here are 10 things I’m grateful for after the first year of providing Southpoint Access to readers in and around South Durham: Of course, I’m especially grateful to you – a reader and supporter of Southpoint Access. You keep me focused on my mission as a neighborhood news guy to provide information about South Durham that you find valuable. Have…
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[Raising Durham] Grounding Political Talk in Family Values
On Nov. 7, 2020 – a perfect November day in Durham – my daughter Harper and I sat outside Mad Hatter’s in Durham, enjoying lunch in the autumn sunshine. As we finished eating, a caravan of honking cars zoomed down Main Street, filling the air with cheers and joyful shouts: the Associated Press finally made…
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[Nerdspresso] Fill Your Halloween Movie Treat Bucket
Halloween just wasn’t my jam growing up. I was a squeamish and fussy kid so I didn’t enjoy being scared or dressing up for trick or treating. Keep in mind that I was a child in the ‘70s so our costumes were those plastic outfits. They felt like a cross between cling wrap and a…
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