Novartis to Invest $771M, Add 700 Jobs in Durham and Wake by 2030
Pharma company will expand biologics, sterile filling and small-batch tablet production at new Durham and Morrisville sites, with hiring ramping through 2030.
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[Gallery] Cars and Coffee June 2026
Plus, catch up on news you might've missed from the past week in Southpoint Access!
Durham Libraries Backpedal on Pride Display Directive
County commissioners on Friday called for restoration of displays and the removal of restrictions on LGBTQ+ materials.
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[Letter to the Editor] Durham Should Fund Family Drug Treatment Court
Retired Judge Nancy Gordon says opioid settlement dollars should support family reunification and recovery.
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[SoDu Stuff to Do] Your Weekend Ahead - June 5, 2026
What's in the SoDu Events Calendar for this weekend? Southpoint Access provides a few highlights to consider!