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Social Institute's Screen-Free K-2 Curriculum Focuses on Character

2 days ago | southpointaccess.news | Wes Platt

The Social Institute, a Durham-based education company, has launched a new suite of screen-free lessons for kindergarten through second grade students, expanding its #WinAtSocial modern life skills program to early elementary learners. Designed to be developmentally appropriate and technology-free, the new curriculum teaches foundational skills such as empathy, emotional regulation, and decision-making.
Durham: What City Services are Open, Closed on July 4?

3 days ago | southpointaccess.news | Wes Platt

As South Durham residents gear up to celebrate Independence Day, here’s what to expect from the City of Durham in terms of closures, changes, and local festivities for Thursday, July 4, 2025. Most City of Durham offices, including City Hall, will be closed on Thursday, July 4. Non-emergency facilities and operations will not be available for the holiday. No yard waste collection on July 4 – Friday’s yard waste route will instead be picked up on Monday, July 7.
South Durham Weekly Crime Update – June 25, 2025 - Southpoint Access

4 days ago | southpointaccess.news | Wes Platt

Between June 15 and June 21, police responded to a broad range of criminal incidents across South Durham, according to incident reports. The week saw at least 27 motor vehicle break-ins and nine stolen vehicles, along with two residential burglaries and one commercial burglary. Officers also responded to seven simple assaults, two aggravated assaults, and two sexual offenses. There were eight reports of vandalism, seven fraud or forgery cases – including cybercrime – and nine thefts.
Afterschool Expansion Coming to Durham Public Schools?

5 days ago | southpointaccess.news | Wes Platt

Perhaps the most consequential item for South Durham families on Thursday’s Durham Public Schools Board of Education agenda: a proposed pilot program to bring non-state licensed afterschool care to eight DPS elementary schools – including Pearsontown, Southwest, Murray-Massenburg, Lyons Farm, and Forest View. The move is designed to address chronic aftercare waitlists, which have affected hundreds of students across the district.
[In Memoriam] Durham Obituaries - June 24, 2025

5 days ago | southpointaccess.news | Wes Platt

Southpoint Access remembers the lives of neighbors who recently passed away. Information about services and memorials is included where available. Doris Elizabeth Santos Baide, 52, died June 20, 2025. Services were held on June 23. Karen Denise Burnette, 70, died June 15, 2025. Celebration of life is planned for 12 p.m. on June 28 at American Cremation and Funeral Service in Durham. Rafael Castro Santos, 40, died June 16, 2025. Services were held on June 20.
[Graduation 2025] Southern School of Energy and Sustainability Graduates

5 days ago | southpointaccess.news | Wes Platt

Southpoint Access congratulates the Southern School of Energy and Sustainability’s Class of 2025 on reaching this important milestone. This year’s graduates reflect a broad range of academic, athletic, artistic, and community achievements, marking the culmination of effort, growth, and perseverance. Their time at Jordan has prepared them for diverse paths ahead, and their accomplishments are a testament to the support of educators, families, and the wider Durham community.
[Southpoint Spotlight] From Barber to Boxyard: How Kindred Spirit Is Pouring Light into South Durham

6 days ago | southpointaccess.news | Wes Platt

When COVID-19 shuttered businesses across the country, longtime barber Monique Mackey didn’t just sit still – she lit a match. What began as a quarantine hobby with her son soon evolved into Kindred Spirit, a handcrafted candle company rooted in Southern nostalgia and built on community care. Today, she’s pouring more than wax. She’s pouring heart at her cozy, custom-scented pop-up inside Boxyard RTP.
South Durham Weekly Crime Update – June 18, 2025 - Southpoint Access

1 week ago | southpointaccess.news | Wes Platt

Between June 8 and 14, police responded to a series of property and violent crimes across South Durham, according to incident reports. Durham Police Department officers recorded six residential burglaries and five commercial burglaries, along with 10 motor vehicle break-ins and six stolen vehicles. There were five reports of aggravated assault and three of simple assault, occurring in both residential and commercial areas.
[Graduation 2025] Jordan High School Graduates

1 week ago | southpointaccess.news | Wes Platt

Southpoint Access congratulates the Jordan High School Class of 2025 on reaching this important milestone. This year’s graduates reflect a broad range of academic, athletic, artistic, and community achievements, marking the culmination of effort, growth, and perseverance. Their time at Jordan has prepared them for diverse paths ahead, and their accomplishments are a testament to the support of educators, families, and the wider Durham community.
NCCU Hosts Courts-Focused Juneteenth Program

1 week ago | southpointaccess.news | Wes Platt

Professor Irving Joyner of North Carolina Central University’s School of Law on Thursday is set to moderate a panel discussion during a Juneteenth event on campus called “Honoring Juneteenth in Our Courts.” The panel this year includes: April Barber Scales, Justice League Fellow with Emancipate NC Yolanda Fair, Assistant Juvenile Defender with the Office of Juvenile Defender Tenika Hall, director and supervising attorney at NCCU’s School of Law Juvenile Law Clinic Kristin Henning, Georgetown...