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[Gallery] Southern School of Energy and Sustainability Graduation 2026
The commencement ceremony took place on June 11 at Duke University's Cameron Indoor Stadium.
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Schools
[Gallery] Hillside High School Graduation 2026
Students participated in the rite-of-passage ceremony at Duke University's Cameron Indoor Stadium on June 12.
Life and Legacy
In Memoriam: Durham Obituaries – June 16, 2026
Honoring lives recently lost in the Durham community, with upcoming services and remembrances.
Southpoint Access
Welcome to the SoDu Crew - June 2026
Taking a moment to say hello to recent Southpoint Access subscribers!
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Durham Woman Held on Arson, Assault Charges After University Ridge Fire
A District Court judge has determined that Mahogany Ashley Massey represents "a danger to the community," per court records.
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Queer Horror Knows the Monster Rarely Stays Dead
Ahead of a June 18 event at Arcana, Jes Malitoris and Michael G. Williams explore how queer fiction turns fear, strangeness, and refusal into freedom.
sodu week in review
Heat Advisory in Effect Today
Plus, catch up on news you might've missed from the past week in Southpoint Access!
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Share Your Recipes for the SoDu We Enjoy Food Cookbook
Help me build a living cookbook for Durham-area kitchens!
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[SoDu Stuff to Do] Your Weekend Ahead - June 11, 2026
What's in the SoDu Events Calendar for this weekend? Southpoint Access provides a few highlights to consider!
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Durham Chamber Calls for Targeted Data Center Rules
As Durham pauses new data center approvals, the Greater Durham Chamber of Commerce is urging city and county leaders to distinguish between business-serving facilities and massive projects that could strain local resources.
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Durham NC Readies Heightened Water Usage Restrictions
Starting June 15, Durham city residents and businesses move to Stage 2 water restrictions.
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[SoDu Shopping Basket] Aldi Leads a Relatively Flat Week
Aldi posts the lowest total at $51.29, followed by Walmart ($53.80) and Wegmans ($55.83). Fresh Market climbs to $105.83, creating a $54.54 spread for the same 17 staples.