Schools
DPS Board to Vote on Pay Raises, South Durham School Projects
The July 21 special meeting includes proposed 2026-27 salary scales, Southwest Elementary paving, and design work for six mobile classrooms at Lyons Farm Elementary.
News
News
Lane Closures Possible Near N.C. 54 This Week
Waterline work could affect traffic on Nelson Highway and Stancell Drive from July 20-24.
rtp 3.0
RTP 3.0 Is Here. What Changes in South Durham?
New rules allow housing, restaurants, shops, hotels, and taller buildings in Research Triangle Park. Here’s where development could occur and who will review it.
News
Ready for a Book Harvest Celebration?
Durham Central Park hosts the nonprofits Summer Block Party from 3 to 6 p.m. today.
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sodu crime watch
[SoDu Crime Watch] Shoplifting and Vehicle-Related Crimes Remain Prominent This Week
This week’s SoDu Crime Watch review covers 61 public-facing incident listings from South Durham, southwest Durham, and southeast/RTP-edge corridors.
safety recalls
Cuisinart Grill Brushes, Kobalt Batteries Lead July Product Recalls
Target children’s sandals and toys, toddler towers, fire pits, heated insoles, and dozens of other products also appear in 43 federal safety actions announced through July 16.
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Health Inspection Reports
[Health Inspection Reports] Durham Food Trucks - July 2026
Top scores went to Bull City Eatery, Ernestine’s Caribbean Cuisine, Good 4 the Soul, Mama Voula’s, Mesas Food Truck, Second Helpings NC, Tacos & Pupusas El Yigo, Taqueria La Fiesta 3, Tropical Delights, and Vane Hot Burger, all scoring a perfect 100 with no demerits.
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News
[SoDu Stuff to Do] Your Weekend Ahead - July 16, 2026
What's in the SoDu Events Calendar for this weekend? Southpoint Access provides a few highlights to consider!
sodu daily live blog
SoDu Daily: July 16, 2026
Rolling live updates from Southpoint Access, your neighborhood news source in South Durham.
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SoDu Shopping Basket
[SoDu Shopping Basket] Grocery Average Dips as Aldi Stays Cheapest
The average basket falls to $66.45 this week, with Aldi ($51.33) lowest overall and Fresh Market ($101.73) highest - a $50.40 spread for the same 17 staples.
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Development
[SeeGov Enhanced] Planning Commission Backs 400 Homes Near Farrington Road
Commissioners advanced plans for 350 apartments and 50 townhomes, despite concerns about traffic, crowded schools, and the pace of growth in southwest Durham.
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durham public schools
[SoDu How-To] Part 1: Before the First Day: Meals, Technology, Forms, and Fees for DPS Families
The first installment of Southpoint Access’ 2026-27 handbook guide explains free meals, Infinite Campus, device fees, privacy decisions, health forms, and volunteer requirements.