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

[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.

Rogers-Herr Middle's Kenya Hill Named 2026 DPS Teacher of the Year

Other winners included Lyons Farm Elementary's Jessica On for Beginning Teacher and Paula Januzzi-Godfrey, Glenn Elementary media coordinator.

DPS Responds to Canvas Cybersecurity Breach

Families received communications from Durham Public Schools officials on Thursday afternoon.

SoDu Sold: Home Sales Tracker - May 2026

Get the lowdown on homes sold in the Southpoint Access readership area during the past 30 days.

Hantavirus Headlines are Scary, but Pandemic's an Unlikely Outcome

Experts say hantavirus is serious but spreads poorly between people, making it far less likely than flu- or COVID-style viruses to go global.

[AUDIO] SoDu Startup Ep. 1: May 7, 2026

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

SoDu Shopping Basket: Aldi Holds the Lead as SoDu Grocery Prices Stay Steady This Week

The average SoDu Shopping Basket total is $66.25, with Aldi still the lowest-cost option overall - and Publix’s basket at $78.01 keeping it in the higher-priced tier this week.

Canvas Developer Reports Data Breach

Schools throughout North Carolina and across the country use the platform, created by Instructure. A hacker group may have acquired student names, email addresses, and ID numbers.