Independent news and updates for South Durham, covering local development, government, health, and community life.

[Gallery] Major Minors Field Day 2026

Plus, catch up on news you might've missed from the past week in Southpoint Access!

Pearsontown Principal Cunningham Moving on to District Leadership Role

Dr. Asia Cunningham, a Milken Educator Award winner recognized for her focus on family engagement and student success, becomes Durham Public Schools' next Assistant Superintendent for Elementary Schools.

[Nerdspresso] This Is the Way - to Enjoy Star Wars Without Expecting a Time Machine

The Mandalorian and Grogu is entertaining and more authentic than The Force Awakens and The Rise of Skywalker. Those flicks always felt to me like they were more a product of corporate synergy than storytelling. You can tell that this new flick was made by fans

Durham Public Schools Cafeteria Menu: What’s for Lunch June 1-5, 2026

Nachos, chicken fried rice, lasagna roll-ups, and pizza Friday return as Durham Public Schools cafeterias kick off June with another week of free student meals.

[Class of 2026] Kaden VanDine

The Fairfield neighborhood resident graduates this year from C.E. Jordan High School in Durham.

Durham Planning Commission to Weigh Easier Path to Data Center Moratoria

A proposed UDO change would make it easier for Durham’s governing boards to impose or extend development moratoria. After that, commissioners on June 9 will take up rezonings and annexations tied to Page Road, downtown’s 505 W. Chapel Hill site, Sherron Road, Cheek Road, and Wake Forest Highway.

SoDu Shopping Basket: Food Lion Takes #1 Spot as Fresh Market Tops $100

Food Lion posts the lowest total at $51.47, with Aldi ($53.03) and Walmart ($53.68) close behind. Fresh Market hits $102.73 - a $51.26 spread for the same 17 staples.

[SeeGov] Durham County Budget Hearing Centers on Calls for Higher DPS Classified Staff Pay

At Tuesday's public hearing, school workers and advocates urged Durham County commissioners to fully fund Durham Public Schools and raise support staff pay to a living wage.

Celebrate Durham’s Class of 2026 with Southpoint Access!

Submit a senior photo, their school, and plans for what comes next.

SoDu Daily: May 27, 2026

Rolling live updates from Southpoint Access, your neighborhood news source in South Durham.

Pet Remembrance: Phaedra

"I am at peace knowing that when my time comes to leave this existence, she will come and get me."

Welcome to the SoDu Crew - May 2026

Taking a moment to say hello to recent Southpoint Access subscribers!