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Lauren Sartain, a candidate for Durham Public Schools Board of Education District 3, joins Southpoint Access neighborhood news guy Wes Platt for a discussion about board priorities and challenges facing the school district. Early voting starts in February, and even though the ballot's going to say "primary" in March, the vote is one and done. Don't miss the chance to cast your ba...

Peter Crawford, a candidate for Durham Public Schools Board of Education District 3, joins Southpoint Access neighborhood news guy Wes Platt for a discussion about board priorities and challenges facing the school district. Early voting starts in February, and even though the ballot's going to say "primary" in March, the vote is one and done. Don't miss the chance to cast your ba...

Artist Sarah Coppola joins the Southpoint Access Office Hours podcast to talk about the Woodlake Handcrafted Holiday event , set for Sunday, Dec. 7, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Enjoy soup, coffee, and the work of local artisans (including some neighborhood kids)! Plus, Neighborhood News Guy Wes Platt talks about the latest criminal incident report , changes in the Durham County Board of Commissioners a...

In the face of increasing immigration enforcement, communities are rallying together to support immigrant families. This episode explores the challenges and responses of schools and families in Durham, shedding light on how they can navigate this complex landscape. Main Content: **The Role of Community Engagement** Wes Platt, the Neighborhood News Guy at Southpoint Access , emphasizes the importan...

Neighborhood news guy Wes Platt discusses the recent election results in Durham, highlighting changes in city council leadership and the implications for the community. He also covers the grants awarded to local schools by the Durham Public Schools Foundation, emphasizing the importance of community support for education. Additionally, he addresses public safety concerns, sharing insights from the...

Idrissa A. Smith takes us to Nerra in Durham, NC, a "seafood-forward" restaurant with North Carolina roots. With a seasonal menu sourced by Tarheel State farmers, fishers, and foragers, does this evolution of the former Krill location have what it takes to be proclaimed "Dris Eats the Streets Certified?"

Wes Platt recaps Durham early voting (3,800 ballots; last day Nov. 1 ), who’s on the 2025 municipal ballot , a $30K boost for Piedmont Wildlife Center , Jordan High’s visit from Rep. Valerie Foushee , a year-end Hope Valley Elementary PTA pledge, and more - plus Halloween plans and a community survey with a Bull City Solera gift card drawing. Early voting snapshot (through Oct. 23): ~3,800 ballots...

Former Marines Julie and Bill Christiansen join Wes to talk about living with multiple sclerosis and working at Biogen’s RTP site - where Julie now helps make the very medication she takes. We also hit October’s Disability Awareness Month , Biogen’s 30 years in RTP , their 30-year marriage , and fresh South Durham updates. Join Wes Platt for South Durham Office Hours with Julie and Bill Christians...

Wes Platt – South Durham’s neighborhood news guy – streams office hours with the editor. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SoDu Crew subscribers⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ are invited to participate in the livestream chat to interact, offer comments, share concerns, and talk about what’s happening in their neighborhoods around Southpoint. Visiting for this episode: Bill Granger, adjutant for American Legion Post 416. Buy tickets for the Sept. 28 E...

In his second Dris Eats the Streets video for ⁠Southpoint Access⁠ , Idrissa A. Smith checks out Del Taco in South Durham on Highway 55 - across the street from Taco Bell. Follow him on ⁠Instagram⁠ . ⁠Contribute to our neighborhood news summer fundraiser⁠ ! Got ideas for restaurants he should check out in and around Durham? Send email to ⁠wes.platt@southpointaccess.news⁠ !

Wes Platt – South Durham’s neighborhood news guy – streams office hours with the editor. ⁠⁠⁠⁠SoDu Crew subscribers⁠⁠⁠⁠ are invited to participate in the livestream chat to interact, offer comments, share concerns, and talk about what’s happening in their neighborhoods around Southpoint. Visiting for this episode: Author and game narrative designer Richard Dansky, who launches his book - The Video...

Wes Platt – South Durham’s neighborhood news guy – streams office hours with the editor. ⁠⁠⁠SoDu Crew subscribers⁠⁠⁠ are invited to participate in the livestream chat to interact, offer comments, share concerns, and talk about what’s happening in their neighborhoods around Southpoint. Visiting for this episode: Dr. Jennifer Stone of Stone Circle Speech Therapy, who's hosting a free screening e...

Wes Platt – South Durham’s neighborhood news guy – streams office hours with the editor. ⁠⁠SoDu Crew subscribers⁠⁠ are invited to participate in the livestream chat to interact, offer comments, share concerns, and talk about what’s happening in their neighborhoods around Southpoint. Visiting for this episode: Russell W. Johnson, author of the Mountaineer Mystery book series. He'll be at a spec...

Wes Platt – South Durham’s neighborhood news guy – streams office hours with the editor. ⁠SoDu Crew subscribers⁠ are invited to participate in the livestream chat to interact, offer comments, share concerns, and talk about what’s happening in their neighborhoods around Southpoint. Visiting for this episode: Ayesha Moore, owner of Major Minors . Get your kids on the schedule ! Contribute to ⁠⁠⁠our...

Wes Platt – South Durham’s neighborhood news guy – streams office hours with the editor. Paying members of the SoDu Crew subscribers are invited to participate in the livestream chat to interact, offer comments, share concerns, and talk about what’s happening in their neighborhoods around Southpoint. Visiting for this episode: Ashley Robbins, candidate for Ward 2 of Durham City Council. Contribute...

Wes Platt – South Durham’s neighborhood news guy – streams office hours with the editor. Paying members of the SoDu Crew subscribers are invited to participate in the livestream chat to interact, offer comments, share concerns, and talk about what’s happening in their neighborhoods around Southpoint. Visiting for this episode: Elijah King , candidate for Ward I of Durham City Council. Contribute t...

Wes Platt – South Durham’s neighborhood news guy – streams office hours with the editor. Paying members of the SoDu Crew subscribers are invited to participate in the livestream chat to interact, offer comments, share concerns, and talk about what’s happening in their neighborhoods around Southpoint. Become a subscriber at  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://soduwelikelocal.news⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ! Support ⁠our summer fundraiser⁠ !...

In his first Dris Eats the Streets video for Southpoint Access , Idrissa A. Smith checks out CAVA , the Mediterranean chain restaurant that's now open near the Southpoint Target where Harvest 18 used to be. Follow him on Instagram . Contribute to our neighborhood news summer fundraiser ! Got ideas for restaurants he should check out in and around Durham? Send email to wes.platt@southpointacces...

Wes Platt – South Durham’s neighborhood news guy – streams office hours with the editor. Paying members of the SoDu Crew subscribers are invited to participate in the livestream chat to interact, offer comments, share concerns, and talk about what’s happening in their neighborhoods around Southpoint. Become a subscriber at  ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://soduwelikelocal.news⁠⁠⁠⁠ ! Support our summer fundraiser ! In...

Wes Platt – South Durham’s neighborhood news guy – streams office hours with the editor. Paying members of the SoDu Crew subscribers are invited to participate in the livestream chat to interact, offer comments, share concerns, and talk about what’s happening in their neighborhoods around Southpoint. Contribute to our fundraising drive ! Show ultra-local news matters to you. Become a subscriber at...

Wes Platt – South Durham’s neighborhood news guy – streams office hours with the editor. Paying members of the SoDu Crew subscribers are invited to participate in the livestream chat to interact, offer comments, share concerns, and talk about what’s happening in their neighborhoods around Southpoint. Become a subscriber at  ⁠⁠⁠https://soduwelikelocal.news⁠⁠⁠ ! In this episode, an interview with Du...

Wes Platt – South Durham’s neighborhood news guy – streams office hours with the editor. Paying members of the SoDu Crew subscribers are invited to participate in the livestream chat to interact, offer comments, share concerns, and talk about what’s happening in their neighborhoods around Southpoint. Become a subscriber at  ⁠⁠https://soduwelikelocal.news⁠⁠ ! Spread the word by sharing this   South...

Wes Platt – South Durham’s neighborhood news guy – streams regular office hours with the editor. Paying members of the SoDu Crew subscribers are invited to participate in the livestream chat to interact, offer comments, share concerns, and talk about what’s happening in their neighborhoods around Southpoint. Become a subscriber at https://soduwelikelocal.news ! In this episode, neighbors get a cha...

Wes Platt – South Durham’s neighborhood news guy – streams regular office hours with the editor. Paying members of the SoDu Crew subscribers are invited to participate in the livestream chat to interact, offer comments, share concerns, and talk about what’s happening in their neighborhoods around Southpoint. Become a subscriber at  ⁠https://soduwelikelocal.news⁠ ! ⁠ Celebrating Our Subscribers Ape...

Wes Platt – South Durham’s neighborhood news guy – streams regular office hours with the editor. Paying members of the SoDu Crew subscribers are invited to participate in the livestream chat to interact, offer comments, share concerns, and talk about what’s happening in their neighborhoods around Southpoint. Become a subscriber at  https://soduwelikelocal.news ! Parktown Food Hub's Christmas i...