News
On Saturday, families can meet with educators and administrators from Durham Public Schools to learn what the district has to offer their children. The annual Showcase of Schools is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 23, at N.C. Central University’s Student Center
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Marriage Applications
From Durham County Register of Deeds records: Nov. 9, 2024 * Emma Kathleen Carter, 36, and Kenneth Jordan Schiano, 34. * Jared Daniel Dolan, 26, and Caitlin Amanda Rutherford, 25. * Michael David Dyal, 43, and Madeline Leigh Smith, 28. * Janadya Deon Epps, 23, and Jayquan De’Andre Bass, 24. * Dunia Carolina Ferrufino
News
The National Weather Service announced that Durham is among the counties under a freeze watch that’ll be in effect from late Thursday night through Friday morning, with temperatures possibly as low as 28 degrees Fahrenheit. Low temperatures could affect crops and damage outdoor plumbing. Bring in what plants you
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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
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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
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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