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

Gas Tax Holiday: Small Relief at Pump, but with a Tradeoff

A proposed suspension of the 18-cent federal gas tax may bring down war-spiked fuel prices, but it raises longer-term questions about how road repairs and transportation projects are funded.

[Health Inspection Reports] Durham Meat Markets and Butcher Shops - May 2026

TL;DR Version: The top scores went to Harris Teeter Meat Market 172, Publix #1817 Meat Market, and Super Target Meat Dept 2069, all scoring a perfect 100. The facility with the lowest score was Moroleon Carniceria/Meat Market with a score of 86.5.

Durham Development Cases on Docket for May 12 Planning Commission Meeting

Residential growth on Leesville and Andrews Chapel, plus a large industrial proposal at Parmer Edge, are all up for public hearings before possible City Council action.

[AUDIO] SoDu Startup Ep. 3: May 11, 2026

A quick hit of local news from Southpoint Access editor and publisher Wes Platt.

[Dispatches Received in Error Issue 5] Postcard from a Rain-Drowned Market

A weekly serial fiction project for paid subscribers, unfolding through a growing archive of documents from an alternate-universe Southpoint.

Happy Mother’s Day, South Durham!

Here's to all the moms and mother figures making a difference every day for families across our corner of the Bull City!

Durham Public Schools Cafeteria Menu: What’s for Lunch May 11-15, 2026

Chicken sandwiches, burrito bowls, spaghetti, and pizza Friday headline this week’s free breakfast and lunch lineup across Durham Public Schools.

[Galleries] Bull City Middle School Lacrosse Tournament - May 9, 2026

Rogers-Herr Middle School Rams played against the Alamance Rams and Voyager Vikings, while the Durham Warbirds played an exhibition game between the semifinal and final games.

Duke Street Closures Continue in Late May

Get used to finding detours to downtown from South Durham!

Canvas Locked Down While DPS Evaluates Breach

Families, students, and staff are urged not to access the app through school district or personal devices until further notice.

[Nerdspresso] Devil Wears Prada 2 Avoids Tripping in Latest Runway Walk

While this flick wouldn’t exist if the first one hadn’t been adored, there seems more motivation here than just a cash grab. The story feels relevant with a few winking asides to socialites, tech billionaires, and the state of media today.

[AUDIO] SoDu Startup Ep. 2: May 8, 2026

A quick hit of local news from Southpoint Access editor and publisher Wes Platt.