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[Nerdspresso Phase II] Episode 9: *
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 ninth episode, we’re talking about Thunderbolts* starring Florence Pugh and Sebastian Stan! Spread the word by sharing this Southpoint Access newsletter with friends and neighbors.…
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Durham Students: Don’t Follow TikTok Chromebook Trend
In a note to Rogers-Herr Middle School families on Sunday, Principal Tawauna Stewart asked for help to “address a concerning increase in the number of damaged device reports we have recently received.” She cited an “alarming trend in damaged Chromebooks” that could’ve been influenced by a popular TikTok challenge that encourages students to jam paper…
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DPS Responds to PowerSchool Data Breach: What South Durham Families Need to Know
Durham Public Schools is urging families and staff to stay alert following new developments in a national data breach tied to PowerSchool, the student information system used by school districts across the country- including right here in South Durham. On Thursday, DPS shared an update it received from the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction…
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Durham Teens Invited to Serve and Lead Through Summer IMPACT Camp
Durham-area high school students looking for a meaningful way to spend their summer have an opportunity to serve their community and develop leadership skills through the Triangle Nonprofit & Volunteer Leadership Center’s (TNVLC) IMPACT Camp. The week-long day camp is designed for rising 9th through 12th graders and runs Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to…
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Durham City Council Approves Two Developments
The Durham City Council on Monday night voted in favor of rezonings and annexations that will bring new homes to southeast Durham County. Check out the highlights from the meeting from See Gov: Spread the word by sharing this Southpoint Access newsletter with friends and neighbors. Got a tip for your neighborhood news guy? Send email to wes.platt@southpointaccess.news. Call…
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New Shops Coming to Streets at Southpoint
Yes, Uncle Julio’s has closed for good at The Streets at Southpoint. But several new shops appear to be coming to the main indoor mall section, besides the impending Dick’s House of Sport that took over the old Sears space. New tenants include: LEGO Store Sbarro (Food Court) Aritzia PacSun Aroma360 Spread the word by…
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Software Glitch Delays Durham Afterschool Lottery Results
Been waiting for word about whether your elementary school student made it into a Durham Public Schools afterschool program for next academic year? Well, keep waiting. The school district on Friday shared a letter from SchoolMint, which manages Durham’s lottery results, explaining that it could take as long as 10 days to resolve the issue.…
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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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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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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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[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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[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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