[SoDu Sunrise Showcase] Waiting for the Thaw
Stay safe on the roads today! Plus, two Durham development proposals are hosting neighborhood meetings. And Jeff Stanford's back with his latest Nerdspresso column!
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Neighborhood Spotlight: Share Your News in Southpoint Access
Big moments don't have to be big headlines to matter. Sponsor a day of the Southpoint Access newsletter and celebrate a neighbor, milestone, event, or community message with the people closest to home.
The Demise of Leandro Raises More Concerns About Durham School Funding
Plus, what's ahead for the Durham Planning Commission? And did you catch the Office Hours interview with author and veteran game designer Richard Dansky?
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[SoDu We Watch Our Government] Durham Planning Commission - April 14, 2026: A Work Plan, Stalled UDO, and Rocky Branch
Durham planning commissioners will review a proposed FY27 work plan that keeps the stalled UDO rewrite alive while also weighing a 225-home Virgil Road rezoning with implications for traffic, schools, and South Durham growth.
Twenty Shots of Nerdspresso Phase II
Twenty episodes in, Nerdspresso Phase II has become a lively home for fandom, pop culture, and thoughtful nerd talk at Southpoint Access.