![[Editor's Note] What I'm Grateful For (2024)](/content/images/size/w600/2024/12/turkeyday2024.png)
Commentary
Here are 10 things I’m grateful for after the first year of providing Southpoint Access to readers in and around South Durham: * Our community spirit: We’ve got a thriving, supportive community that values connection and inclusiveness. * Our beautiful outdoor spaces: From the American Tobacco Trail to Herndon Park,
![[Raising Durham] How I Conquered a Lifelong Fear of Flying](/content/images/size/w600/2024/12/image2--1-.jpeg)
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The birthday card read: Two plane tickets to the destination of your choice! A fabulous 40th birthday gift that would delight anyone, right? WRONG! My palms were clammy as I held the card in shaking hands, my heart pounding like I’d just sprinted up a flight of stairs. A
News
Starting this week, Southpoint Access shifts to bringing news first primarily through a free email newsletter delivered to reader inboxes on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. The first issue of the SoDu Spotlight was published today. Be sure to sign up for the newsletter so you never miss an update! Got
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
![[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.
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
Business
In Spring 2025, a new family-oriented Italian restaurant – Cucciolo Famiglia – is coming to Sutton Station in South Durham, taking over the space across from Nantucket Grill once occupied by Bocci. The restaurant is the third venture from restaurateur Jimmy Kim and partners Andrew Robison and Josh Womer after Cucciolo Osteria
![[SoDu Gallery] New Dunkin' Open on NC Highway 55](/content/images/size/w600/wordpress/2024/11/IMG_3792.jpg)
Business
The new Dunkin’ location at 4823 NC Highway 55 opened on Thursday. Hours: 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Father Stavroforos Mamaies of St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church captured these images and submitted them to Southpoint Access. Got pictures from around South Durham? Feel free to send them to
Development
Despite neighborhood concerns about flooding and the area’s changing character, the Durham City Council this week approved a plan for 102 townhomes on more than 12 acres along Ellis Road. During the public hearing, Jessica Dewey, a resident who lives on nearby Theodore Lane, told the council that she
News
This weekend, Open Table Ministry is hosting the 15th Annual “Walk in Their Shoes” walk and 5k fun run at Southern Boundaries Park to support unsheltered people in Durham. Registration is free, but supporters who give at least $45 get a free T-shirt and a swag bag. The organization has
Business
The Dunkin’ location at 4823 NC Highway 55 opens its doors to South Durham customers at 5 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 7. The 1,600-square-foot restaurant can seat 20 people and will employ 35 people. It’ll open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. The new location