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by Emma Nani, staff writer January 21, 2020

The wait is on for Marvel’s ‘Black Widow’

Scarlett Johansson first portrayed Natasha Romanoff in the Iron Man movies but the character never had a main role until the first Avengers movie. Now, she finally gets a solo

by Trevor Darnell, staff writer January 17, 2020

Leesville Basketball falls short against South Granville in Phenom Hoops Report

Carter Whitt loses the ball as he goes up for a layup in a game against South Granville. Leesville looks to pull off a big upset against an undefeated South

by Brendan Shore, staff writer January 17, 2020

The Mandalorian Review

A poster for the Star Wars show, The Mandalorian. The show was released on November 12th, 2019 and has released five episodes. (Photo public domain) With the release of Disney’s

by Chelsea Dinkenor, staff writer January 17, 2020

Hamlet Review

On Wednesday, the theatre department acted selected scenes from Hamlet for AP English classes. Theatre II and III came together and performed five of the most complex, influential, plot-driven scenes

by Matt Wiener, senior staff writer January 17, 2020

Pride Basketball Playoff Picture

Pictured is players from the men’s team, Wesley Johnson and Alex Daniels, and the women’s team, Lucy Leen and Paige Van Gorden. The Pride teas will encounter playoff season in

by Natalie Gore, social media editor January 17, 2020

Teacher Stress

The Leesville English department gathers for some food and some much needed quality time spent with colleagues. Spending time with others who understand the struggle can help to relieve a

by Natalie Gore, social media editor January 17, 2020

Crocs Really Are The Best

My blue Crocs have many Jibbitz, some with significance and some that I thought were just pretty. The N and G are my initials, but the yin and yang symbol

by Amanda Ray, senior editor January 17, 2020

Family in My Life

I’m very privileged to have a family that I’m able to see a few times a year. They’ve helped shape me into the person I am today and their unwavering

by Amanda Ray, senior editor January 17, 2020

A Comprehensive guide to napping

Napping has a plethora of benefits, yet most teenagers don’t take advantage of them. Instead, they sulk around like zombies– sleep deprived and grumpy. (Photo courtesy of Amanda Ray) I

by Lucy Leen, editor in chief January 17, 2020

The Bachelor is back!

On Monday, January 7 the extensive three hour first episode of The Bachelor aired on ABC. The show has millions of viewers that tune in weekly to watch the drama

by Kaitlyn Stocum, senior editor January 17, 2020

Winterfest is back!

Winterfest is back! The LRHS Executive Council announced on their Instagram yesterday that, for the first time since 2016, we would have a school dance (not counting prom) and for

by John Thornton, staff writer January 17, 2020

Adult trends vs. Teen trends

There are two types of ways that trends are spread: news, which adults use for information, and social media, which teens use to follow people. Trends are an idea that

by Gretchen Stern, staff writer January 17, 2020

Driving: A Ritual of High School

Learning to drive is definitely a big part of high school, like a rite of passage. Being younger than most of the people in my grade, many of my friends

by Mariah Kern, staff writer January 16, 2020

Gun rights vs. gun Control

Gun control has been in debate for a long time. Having gun control laws will help people more than it will harm them. (Photo in public domain) Introduction Gun control

by Jannah Said, junior editor January 15, 2020

Does Powerschool power students, or is it more harmful than helpful?

Middle and high school students throughout America use Powerschool as their educational “home base.” The virtual network allows schools to create a file for every student that enters the school

by Lyric Chassin, staff writer January 15, 2020

What is the hardest class at Leesville?

As the time to sign up for classes approaches, students question what their ideal schedule would be. Leesville offers many different levels and subjects, but the workload students are able

by Marie Cox, junior editor January 15, 2020

College 101

On Monday, January 6 the Leesville PTSA had a general meeting. Following this general meeting was a “college panel”: five Leesville alumni who are current college students answering questions about

by Emma Nani, staff writer January 14, 2020

Top 2020 Presidential candidates and their views of education

President Trump is running for re-election despite several Democrats running against him. The presidential election will be on November 3, 2020. (Photo used by permission of DonkeyHotey via Flickr) Public

by Abigail Mabe, staff writer January 14, 2020

Travel or Stay Home?

Students travel extensively over holiday breaks and in their free time. Is this attributed to the fact that their parents and older generations are known to love travel? (Photo courtesy

by Jacob Smith, staff writer January 14, 2020

Who’s Running in NC Elections?

North Carolina has always been a swing state, but in recent years has trended red. Democrats are hoping to change that in 2020 and turn the state blue in every

by Jacob Smith, staff writer January 14, 2020

Leesville is Drawn Into a New Congressional District

Representative George Holding (right) is retiring after redistricting has made his district much bluer. 2016 Senate nominee Deborah Ross (left) is one of many Democrats to replace him. (Photo courtesy

by Abigail Mabe, staff writer January 13, 2020

A TV Decade

Looking back at the beginning of the decade for most current high schoolers, television was filled with Nickelodeon and Disney shows…has taste for television changed to mold the upcoming decade?

by Kaitlyn Stocum, senior editor January 13, 2020

In-state vs Out-state; which one is better?

As the month of December begins, many seniors across the country will begin to contemplate their college decisions. For some that have applied early action, their decisions may be more

by Ellie Thompson, staff writer January 13, 2020

Is it A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood?

We could all use a little kindness — that one phrase perfectly sums up this movie. Heartwarming and simple, it will remind you of the value of being kind. (Photo

by Ellie Thompson, staff writer January 13, 2020

Where the Crawdads Sing

Owens’ Where the Crawdads Sing is a national bestseller, highly recommended, and a masterpiece. (Photo Courtesy of Ellie Thompson) In August of 2018, Delila Owens released her first fiction book,

by Greyson Rupert, staff writer January 13, 2020

Fights, Violence, and what the people think

Unfortunately, many schools experience fights. They can occur randomly during the day, during any period, to anyone. Not many people are ready for one to happen, but some people are

by Maddie Bimonte, senior staff writer January 10, 2020

2019 in Music

In 2019 I started a project — I wanted to see how my music taste shifted every month and what I found or rediscovered. I’d like to think that I

by Alexis Taylor, staff writer January 10, 2020

The North Carolina Zoo: showing North Carolina how to make a difference

The North Carolina Zoo is home to over 1800 different animals. Students can have the opportunity to volunteer at the NC Zoo. (Photo courtesy of Alexis Taylor) The North Carolina

by John Thornton, staff writer January 10, 2020

My 4 hopes for the next iPadOS update

The iPad has taken on many forms throughout the years, following in the iPhone’s design as it evolved. I got the iPad Pro (2018) at the beginning of 2019 and

by Gretchen Stern, staff writer January 10, 2020

A WWlll Scare

When a new year starts, most like to be upbeat and positive about the future. 2020 has just started and many are looking forward to a good year of success

by Ellie Bruno, junior editor January 9, 2020

What about the rest of Leesville?

Signs like this popped up left and right across the school during the week leading up to the final game. However, it raises the question of where is this support

by Alexis Taylor, staff writer January 8, 2020

Elections, Plans and Delays: The Brexit Movement

On December 12, the UK held a General Election. The United Kingdom has until January 31, 2020, to come up with a plan for their departure from the European Union.

by Alexis Taylor, staff writer January 8, 2020

Little Women movie review

Little Women (2019) was released on December 25, 2019. It is the sixth movie to be released based on the 1868 novel Little Women by Louisa May Alcott. (Photo courtesy

by Emma Nani, staff writer January 8, 2020

TIME’s 2019 Person of the Year: Greta Thunberg

Greta Thunberg poses at the EP Plenary Session in France, April 2019. The members of Parliament are currently discussing the means of a European Green Deal. (Photo used by permission

by Mariah Kern, staff writer January 8, 2020

Cultural appropriation

Kim Kardashian, (pictured above) is once again appropriating black culture by wearing cornrows, a popular hairstyle that black women wear. (Photo in public domain) What is culture Culture is “the

by Mariah Kern, staff writer January 8, 2020

The benefits of having a dog

Dogs are more than just furry friends. They can improve your health status in many ways. (Photo courtesy of Samiyah Hargrove) Dogs are more than just companions, they are also

by Brendan Shore, staff writer January 8, 2020

Looking back on Justice League– what went wrong?

November 17, 2019, marked the two-year anniversary of the American release of DC’s Justice League movie. Directed by Zack Snyder and starring Ben Affleck, Henry Cavill, and Gal Gadot, the

by Jacob Polansky, senior editor January 8, 2020

The Rise Of Skywalker Sticks The Landing

The following review contains spoilers for The Rise Of Skywalker. On December 19, the world collectively held its breath and silently pondered a single thing: the fate of the Star

by Jacob Polansky, senior editor January 7, 2020

Pride Wrestling Dominates The Nac

While the rest of the world was asleep, still ringing in the new year, Pride wrestling was on the prowl. Whether it was bright and early or the dead of

by Jacob Polansky, senior editor January 7, 2020

Tattoos That Tell A Story

Whether their purpose is strictly artistic, deeply emotional, or designed to tell a story, tattoos paint a picture on the most unique canvas of all: the human body. Each drop

by Jacob Polansky, senior editor January 7, 2020

Caroline Marks makes first US Olympic surf team

Caroline Marks is a normal person, just like the rest of us. She wakes up, brushes her teeth, and puts on her pants one leg at a time, just like

by Maddie Bimonte, senior staff writer January 6, 2020

How adulting classes are reshaping the young Americans

High schools and colleges across America teach teenagers and young adults about writing, science and math. However, these students lack one important skill: how to be an adult. They lack

by Kaitlyn Stocum, senior editor December 29, 2019

Why the Hurricanes need Justin Williams back

The Canes started off the season with a 5-0-0 start, the best in franchise history. After ending the win streak with a loss to Columbus, the Canes put up 7

by Amanda Ray, senior editor December 20, 2019

The Weeknd drops two new singles: “Heartless” and “Blinding Lights”

The Weeknd, also known as Abel Tesfaye, dropped two new singles this month: “Heartless” and “Blinding Lights.” These two singles come as a delight to fans, who haven’t heard new

by Keeli Johnson, staff writer December 20, 2019

Harry Styles’ Fine Line Review

On December 13, Harry Styles released his new album Fine Line. The songs range from playful pop tracks like “Watermelon Sugar” to acoustic folksy songs like “Cherry.” It’s obvious that

by Keeli Johnson, staff writer December 20, 2019

“Holiday-ish” by The Regrettes

One of the best parts of the holiday season is the influx of old music, new music, new takes of old music and all that good stuff. Every year, more

by Matt Wiener, senior staff writer December 20, 2019

Lady Pride steam rolls Broughton

The Lady Pride obtained a huge momentum shifting win against the Broughton Capitals on Thursday night, in a one sided game where it was all Pride from the beginning. After

by Chelsea Dinkenor, staff writer December 20, 2019

Holiday Favorites

Christmas Tree Decorating There is no better tradition than gathering with friends and family to hang ornaments on a brightly lit tree with hot chocolate and marshmallows. Blast your favorite

by Lyric Chassin, staff writer December 20, 2019

Bad Eyesight and its increasing prevalence in high schoolers

Everyday, teenagers look at their phones, televisions, and other screens. The constant pressure placed on the eyes is leading to overall worsening vision, and it’s starting at very young ages.

by Sarah Jumma, senior editor December 20, 2019

Learn from my mistakes

Throughout my years as a high school student, I have learned countless lessons from the mistakes I made. As the oldest child, my parents held little knowledge on how to

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