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Fire Safety
[SoDu Alert] Fire Weather Watch Issued in Durham
The watch covers Saturday morning through evening. Winds from the west will be 15 mph, gusting 20 to 35 mph.
Wes Platt
Neighborhood news guy for Southpoint Access!
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education
[SoDu How-To] "Tale" of Good Citizenship?
The U.S. Department of Education wants citizens to rat out schools that adhere to DEI principles. Here's another way you can help. Maybe?
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Southpoint Access
[SoDu Sunrise Showcase] That Ticking Mailbox
Are you ready for the latest Durham County property appraisals? They go out in the mail today. Plus, NC Schools Superintendent Mo Green is coming to Durham in April! That and more in the latest SoDu Sunrise Showcase.
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durham public schools
[Gallery] Black History Night at Hope Valley Elementary School
Hope Valley Elementary School hosted Black History Night on Thursday, Feb. 27.
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Family Budget
SoDu Shopping Basket - Feb. 28, 2025 [SoDu Crew Premium Feature]
Get store-by-store comparisons of prices for grocery staples available in the South Durham area. Available to SoDu Crew and other supporters of Southpoint Access with their paid newsletter subscription.
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durham county
[SoDu Alert] Brace Yourselves: Durham County Property Reappraisals Are Imminent
With Durham’s booming real estate market, rapid population growth, and surging home prices, many residents could find their updated assessments to be a wake-up call.
education
State Schools Superintendent Plans Durham Visit in April
State Superintendent Maurice "Mo" Green is traveling throughout North Carolina to listen and learn from community stakeholders.
Southpoint Access
[SoDu Sunrise Showcase] Your Neighborhood News Source Needs You!
How can you help spread the word about Southpoint Access? It shouldn't be such a well-kept secret! Plus, Parktown Food Hub's got open distribution today and Durham wants input about downtown bike lanes.
Traffic Safety
Durham Seeks Input on Downtown Bike Lane Plans
This March, the City of Durham will host a series of open house sessions where residents can weigh in on proposed bike lanes and traffic-calming measures aimed at improving connectivity between downtown and surrounding neighborhoods.
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SoDu How-To
[SoDu How-To] Parktown Food Hub Open Distribution Days
The next open distribution event is Thursday, Feb. 27.
Southpoint Access
[SoDu Sunrise Showcase] Pardoning the Posse
Grappling with rejection by the SoDu Parents Posse, with just hours to go before our first Zoom Meet the Editor event! Are you registered yet? It's free!
Southpoint Access
[SoDu Sunrise Showcase] Dreary Budget Forecast for Durham Public Schools
DPS needs more money to keep the lights on. Plus, the latest Southpoint Access restaurant health inspection report is available!