![[In Memoriam] Durham Obituaries - Nov. 20, 2024](/content/images/size/w600/wordpress/2024/11/obits-nov-20.png)
Milestones
Nov. 7, 2024 * Jamie Lynn Holloway, 46. Funeral service held on Nov. 18. Nov. 12, 2024 * Mortier Shenee Watson/King, 44. Funeral service at noon on Nov. 20 at Antioch Baptist Church in Durham. * Denisha Danae Williams, 37. Funeral service at 1:30 p.m. on Nov. 23 at North
Business
A new semiconductor manufacturing institute may come to Durham, thanks to the Biden-Harris Administration. The U.S. Department of Commerce and the Semiconductor Research Corporation Manufacturing Consortium Corporation (SRC) are in negotiations to provide SRC with $285 million to establish the institute in Durham. The institute, known as SMART USA
Development
A former Extended Stay America hotel on N.C. Highway 55, just south of Interstate 40 in South Durham, on Monday won approval for conversion into 126 multifamily homes by Vivo Living. The project passed 7-0, with members describing it as the sort of development that Durham needs. However, Council
Business
A 170-acre development along Mt. Moriah Road straddling the Durham and Orange county line is up for discussion on Wednesday. The project, proposed by M/I Homes of Raleigh LLC, seeks rezoning and annexation to allow for development of hundreds of apartments, townhomes, and single-family homes between Durham and Chapel
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Birth Reports
Southpoint Access provides subscribers with the most recent reports of children born to parents in Durham. Nov. 6, 2024 * Colton Gareth Banks. Born at 2:38 p.m. at Duke University Hospital to Paul Gareth Banks and Anna Laurie Kennington Sink. * Landon Lee Banks. Born at 2:31 p.m.
News
Breakfast and lunch are free for all DPS students this year. Menus are subject to change without notice. Kindergarten through 12th Grade Breakfast Nov. 18 * Breakfast muffin with cheese stick. * Yogurt cup and granola. * Fruit. Nov. 19 * Assorted fruited bread slice. * Yogurt cup and granola. * Fruit. Nov. 20 * Hot pancakes
![[SoDu Gallery] Jordan High School Fall Market](/content/images/size/w600/wordpress/2024/11/market2.png)
Festivals
The Future Farmers of America at C.E. Jordan High School on Saturday hosted a Fall Market and Plant Sale featuring vendors from throughout Durham. Southpoint Access was a proud participant! Young photographer John Michael Platt, son of Wes Platt (editor and publisher), captured a few images for this gallery.
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Child Safety Recalls
The following is a summary of the latest product recalls announced by the Consumer Product Safety Commission in November 2024. These items have been recalled due to various safety concerns. Consumers should be aware of the risks and follow recommended remedies. Outdoor Essentials Cultivar Planter Boxes * Hazard: Frame breakage, leading
![[UPDATED 11/15/24] Durham High School Prepares for Fall Market](/content/images/size/w600/wordpress/2024/10/fallmarket2024.png)
Business
[UPDATED 11/15/24: Updated to add vendor map and information about additional vendors participating in the Fall Market and Plant Sale at Jordan High School.] The Future Farmers of America chapter at C.E. Jordan High School is hosting vendors selling arts, crafts, plants, foods, and more at the
Festivals
LIFE Skills Foundation is inviting the Triangle community to celebrate the holiday season while supporting local youth aging out of foster care through its inaugural Jingle Jam event. The festive celebration launches the nonprofit’s month-long “Home for the Holidays” campaign. The Jingle Jam will be held Friday, Dec. 6,
News
Thirty-six Durham schools are expected to share $168,400 in grants from the Durham Public Schools Foundation to support transformation projects in categories of innovation and mental health/wellness. “We are thrilled to present these grants to schools across our district,” said Erika Wilkins, DPSF executive director. “We believe in
Local Government
North Carolina public schools – especially Title I schools – are eligible to apply for their share of $1 million in funding for field trips that give students hands-on educational experiences at locations run by the state’s Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR). Speaking alongside DNCR Secretary Reid Wilson at