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[SoDu Sunrise Showcase] Pretty in Pink

DPS Superintendent Dr. Anthony Lewis has released his post-entry plan for the school district. That and more in the latest SoDu Sunrise Showcase.

Family Budget

SoDu Shopping Basket - March 14, 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.

Nerdspresso

[Nerdspresso] Shocking! No Buzz These Days for “The Electric Horseman”?

If you want to see what big time Hollywood romantic comedies looked like in 1979, go watch “The Electric Horseman“. It was the “Notting Hill” of its day. Just with horses. 

durham public schools

Expect Lots of Pink at Hope Valley Elementary on Friday

MIX 101.5 FM's Bryan Lord is bringing his Carpool Casanova to the home of the Eagles - and could end up awarding the school a $500 prize at the end of the academic year.

durham public schools

Schools Superintendent Unveils Post-Entry Plan

Wrote Superintendent Dr. Anthony Lewis: "By working together, we can build a school system that supports our educators, empowers our students, and earns the trust of our families and stakeholders. This is our moment of change, and I am committed to leading with urgency and accountability."

Southpoint Access

[SoDu Sunrise Showcase] Shining Light in the Darkness

SoDu neighbor and investigative reporter Dan Kane wins recognition for his 2024 project about GOP lawmakers and their allies. That and more in the latest SoDu Sunrise Showcase.

literacy

Book Harvest Supports Young Readers in Storm-Damaged Western N.C.

Ginger Young of Book Harvest: "Every child should have the opportunity to grow up in a home filled with books, no matter the circumstances."

Durham Events

Full Frame Documentary Film Festival Returns in April

The four-day festival, known for its intimate atmosphere and strong filmmaker presence, will feature competition films, special screenings, and discussions with documentary professionals.

Business

[SoDu Alert] GE Aerospace Investing $16M in Durham Facility

As part of the investment, GE Aerospace will allocate $16 million to its Durham facility, which specializes in assembling some of the company’s most advanced commercial jet engines, including the CFM LEAP engine.

Southpoint Access

[SoDu Sunrise Showcase] Vaccines a Shot in the Arm for Durham Economy?

Merck's big new Durham venture. That and more in the latest SoDu Sunrise Showcase.

Medicine

Merck Opens $1B Vaccine Manufacturing Facility in Durham

The expansion is part of the company's broader $12-billion investment in U.S. manufacturing and research and development since 2018. Merck plans to invest an additional $8 billion in U.S. capital projects by 2028.

Southpoint Access

[SoDu Sunrise Showcase] SoDu Sponsor Appreciation - March 2025

Taking time to thank the sponsors that support Southpoint Access. That and more in the latest SoDu Sunrise Showcase.