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Introducing Monthly Digital Southpoint Access
Get a curated collection of South Durham’s top news from Southpoint Access in a convenient PDF! The first issue (for April 2024) is now available on Patreon. The April 2024 digital issue of Southpoint Access includes: Enjoy! And thanks for your support of ultra-local news in South Durham!
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Southpoint Area Restaurant Inspection Scores for March 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 27713 zipcode. TL;DR Version: Top scores (99/100) went to Kokyu. Lowest score (90/100) went to…
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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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[IN MEMORIAM] Gus
Gus, an 18-year-old American black bear and longtime fixture at Durham’s Museum of Life and Science, has died. Museum officials in a blog post described Gus as “an enduring symbol of kindness, compassion, and wonder for visitors of all ages.” Last week, tests conducted by the North Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine led…
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[IN MEMORIAM] Miss Piggy
Miss Piggy, a pot-bellied pig who’s been a fixture at Durham’s Museum of Life and Science since 2009, has passed away after 15 years. According to the museum’s blog: “After a recent decline in her health and well-being, we made the responsible decision to euthanize her on Monday, Jan. 29. Veterinarians from North Carolina State…
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Southpoint Area School Facility Inspection Grades [December 2023]
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 for school buildings and cafeterias. Bethesda School Lunchroom. 2009 S. Miami Blvd. Score: 91/100. Notes: Food stored in walk-in cooler that was known not…
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A Home for Heroes and Hope
There’s a dream growing in Durham for Heather Hindin and her daughter, 10-year-old Harper. Called Harper’s Home, the site is expected to provide lodging for families of children undergoing cancer treatment at Duke Children’s Hospital. It all started for this single mother and her child in 2021. Harper finally got to return to in-person class after…
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