Lead storyteller. Game designer and journalist. Recovering Floridian. Email: southpointaccessnews@gmail.com.
News
In a move that could signal a significant step towards educational equity, Durham Public Schools is exploring the feasibility of extending free meal programs across the entire district through the federal Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) program. This initiative, aimed at providing universal meals to students, reflects a growing recognition of
Southpoint Access
My old Patreon has been quiet for several months, dormant in a digital chrysalis waiting to find out what it’s destined to become. When it started, it was devoted to my work on OtherSpace MUSH, a sci-fi interactive storytelling game. It evolved beyond that to broader game development and
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Southpoint Access Community Messages
To all our neighbors in South Durham, consider the following words of encouragement that originated with basketball legend Charles Barkley: “The only difference between a good shot or a bad shot is if it goes in or not.” Got your own messages to share? Click here to find out how
News
The comptroller hired to delve into Durham Public Schools’ finances in the aftermath of the classified pay debacle is presenting recommendations to the Board of Education on Thursday. Among them: * Put every employee in a new salary grade based on all their previous experience plus the calculated reclassification increase or
Business
Businesses and community organizations serving customers in South Durham are invited to add their information to the new free directory available here on the Southpoint Access site. For no charge, you can share information about your restaurant, your pet grooming service, your escape room, your beauty salon! Visit the directory
Local Government
Durham County offers several ambitious initiatives aimed at nurturing the next generation of leaders and professionals through comprehensive internship and fellowship programs. These opportunities are designed to cater to a wide range of young individuals, from high school students to graduate scholars, providing them with invaluable work experience, career development,
Local Government
Durham Public Schools has received the 2024 Public Health Partners Award from the North Carolina Association of Local Health Directors (NCALHD). This award recognizes the school system’s efforts in promoting health and protecting the environment, aligning with NCALHD’s mission to ensure public health across North Carolina through leadership
Southpoint Access Community Messages
To all our neighbors in South Durham, consider the following words of encouragement that originated with the late Chilean poet Pablo Neruda: “You can cut all the flowers but you cannot keep Spring from coming.” Got your own messages to share? Click here to find out how subscribers can submit
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Southpoint Access
I appreciate the support shown by subscribers to Southpoint Access during its early months. Now, I want to provide support to subscribers by sharing their messages about births, birthdays, graduations, engagements, weddings, anniversaries, new jobs, promotions, retirements, or just words of encouragement to the South Durham community at large. It’
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Child Safety Recalls
Subscribe to Southpoint Access at this link! Recent recalls have been issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission for products due to child safety hazards: Skechers Bracelets Fossil Group has recalled braided black bracelets in Skechers watch/bracelet gift sets due to high levels of lead and cadmium,
Local Government
A new fire station is coming to Davis Drive and NC Highway 54, replacing an older facility on Old Page Road with a modernized design in a strategic location. City Council members on Monday are expected to approve the next step in that process: spending $139,800 for ADW Architects
Features
Bam Bam is a black cat who has battled an upper respiratory infection and discovered a diagnosis of FelV. He’s timid, but brave. Because he’s FelV positive, Bam Bam should be the only feline friend in your home. Here’s his biographical information, according to the Animal Protection