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🛡️ We’ve Got a Privacy Policy – Because We Respect Your Inbox
A quick housekeeping note: Southpoint Access has a formal privacy policy. It’s nothing dramatic – just a simple promise to keep your information safe and to never sell or share your email address. Ever. I created the policy to be clear about what I collect (your email, and maybe your name or ZIP code), how…
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SoDu We Like Local News Episode 9: Who’s Your Neighborhood News Guy?
Just who the heck is your neighborhood news guy and why is he stubbornly insisting on chasing down what’s happening in South Durham? Well, now’s your chance to find out! Get that and more in the latest episode of the SoDu We Like Local News podcast from Southpoint Access!
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Durham Man Wins Big with Lottery Prize
Everett Harris of Durham hit the jackpot Monday, winning $8 million in the new $8 Million Money Maker lottery game. Harris chose a $4.8 million lump sum, walking away with over $3.4 million after taxes. Curious how he plans to spend his winnings? Check out the SoDu We Like Local News? newsletter for the full…
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Big Changes Coming to Southpoint Access – With You in Mind
Dear Southpoint Access readers, I want to take a moment to share some of the exciting changes on the horizon for how we deliver local news to South Durham. Based on recommendations from a recent sustainability audit by LION Publishers (a nonprofit supporting independent local news), I’m starting the process of shifting Southpoint Access toward…
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Durham’s Newest Elementary School Readies for Opening Day
On Aug. 26, Murray-Massenburg Elementary School makes its official debut for Durham Public Schools, welcoming its first students as traditional calendar campuses return to session. The school district’s Aaron Daye captured images from a recent tour of the school ahead of opening day. Southpoint Access is an ultra-local news service provided free of charge. We…
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Southpoint Access: Connect Through Local News
Dear Neighbors, Imagine a community where every voice is heard, where every issue is addressed, and where every triumph is celebrated. At Southpoint Access, we strive to be more than a news outlet; we aim to be a connector, linking you with your neighbors, local leaders, and the events that shape our lives. Through forums,…
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Southpoint Access: Empower Watchdog Journalism
Dear Neighbors, In every community, transparency and accountability are crucial. At Southpoint Access, we dedicate want to be your eyes and ears, especially in places that are pivotal yet inaccessible to many—city hall, school board meetings, and other government offices. Our reporting should play a crucial role in safeguarding the integrity of our community, ensuring…
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[SoDu We Poll] Life with Telecommuting
Like me, do you work from home? I’m asking Southpoint Access readers to participate in a brief survey about the benefits and challenges of telecommuting. Loading… Are you a Southpoint Access subscriber? Support our ultra-local news at this link!
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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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[JUNCTION 54] Just How Big Is This Windmill?
Junction 54, an occasional podcast/column by Southpoint Access Editor and Publisher Wes Platt, is available to Dear Reader-level subscribers: Text of the Audio File: Every couple of days, I post on Threads, urging people to check out the ultra-local news on Southpoint Access. Once, this yielded a snarky (but mostly good-natured) comment about how when…
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DPS Transportation: Back to Normal Monday?
It’s not entirely clear whether Durham Public Schools officials expect any school bus driver or mechanic call-outs tomorrow. But a message from the district on Sunday evening advised parents to check their Edulog parent portal for real-time bus information. Dozens of drivers called out last week after classified staff – including mechanics – learned their…
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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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