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

[SeeGov Enhanced] Durham School Board Considers Right-Sizing Study

Departing board members pressed Durham Public Schools to keep equity, student access, and the Growing Together philosophy at the center of future consolidation talks.

Miami Boulevard Driver License Office Closed Over Bedbugs

NCDMV may reopen the office on July 13 after pest control and facility maintenance work is complete.

[SoDu We Learn DPS Governance] What Happens When You Ask A Board Member for Help?

Where school board authority starts, where it stops, and how residents can better understand the role of the Durham Public Schools Board of Education.

DPS Board Selects New Principal for Pearsontown Elementary

Dr. Lanisha Hinton, currently the leader of Sandy Ridge Elementary School, takes on her new role on July 1.

[Nerdspresso] He-Man Movie: Brain Candy Nom-Nom

Grab some juice and animal crackers and settle in for all the swords and magic. Some movies can just be fun. Personally, I don’t know why Masters of the Universe isn’t blowing up the box office right now. 

[SoDu We Learn DPS Governance] Inside the Durham Public Schools Board Seat

An explainer for what a first-year Durham Public Schools Board of Education member can expect on the job.

Share Your Beloved Pet Memories

Huck's Heavenly Hangout offers Southpoint Access readers the opportunity to share stories and photos of pets who have passed on.

[Reader Review] Widow's Bay - Glenn A.

Perfect tone and mix of horror, comedy, character. Outstanding actors connecting to brilliant writing. Enjoy the laughs because there will be a guaranteed bone chilling fright by the end of this 40-minute episode. Widow's Bay is the way to end my day.

[SoDu Stuff to Do] Your Weekend Ahead - June 25, 2026

What's in the SoDu Events Calendar for this weekend? Southpoint Access provides a few highlights to consider!

[SoDu Shopping Basket] Aldi Leads Again as Average Grocery Cost Dips

The average basket falls to $66.37 this week, with Aldi ($50.38) cheapest overall and Fresh Market ($103.63) highest - a $53.25 gap for the same 17 staples.

DPS Board to Weigh Pay Changes, Grievance Policy Update

Proposed classified pay upgrades would rely on the North Carolina General Assembly finally passing a state budget.

In Memoriam: Durham Obituaries – June 23, 2026

Honoring lives recently lost in the Durham community, with upcoming services and remembrances.