October 2015 – The Mycenaean

by Parker Yount, senior editor 2015-2016 October 31, 2015

Millbrook offense too much for Leesville in Annual Halloween Game

For the second year in a row, Leesville played Millbrook on the eve of Halloween, and the result this year was the same as the result last year. Thanks to

by Taylor Penezic, staff writer 2016-17 October 30, 2015

Leesville students job shadow at Microsoft

On October 13, sixteen Leesville students took a field trip to the Microsoft Corporation at Research Triangle Park for an opportunity to job shadow. Ms. Williams, a Leesville business teacher,

by Henry Werner, staff writer 2015-2016 October 30, 2015

Thad Alice Eure Walk/Run for Hope

Three miles, that is all that stood in the way of myself, my family, and many of the participants in 27th annual Thad Alice Eure Walk/Run for Hope. Hosted once

by Yazmin Battee, staff writer 2016-17 October 30, 2015

The Intern

‘The Intern’ is a comedy following a senior citizen, Ben Whitaker, who receives an internship at ‘About the Fit’ which is completely based on new technology. ‘About the Fit’ is

by Will Hollerung, staff writer 2016-17 October 30, 2015

Mycenaean on the move — NC State Fair

by Heidi Kreis, editor in chief 2016-17 October 30, 2015

Ten thoughts a Leesville student has daily

Ten thoughts a Leesville student has daily: “Why is there only one entrance into the student parking lot?” You live five minutes from Leesville, but it takes you twenty minutes

by Madison Hoffmann, senior editor 2015-2016 October 30, 2015

Fall blood drive returns to Leesville

The semi-annual blood drive, run by the American Red Cross, set up shop for the Fall drive on Tuesday, Oct. 20. The normal gym scene of bouncing basketballs and spiking

by Jill Schuler, editor in chief 2015-16 October 29, 2015

What is wrong with the pledge

Francis Bellamy’s Pledge of Allegiance is a symbolic part of the United States’ patriotism and history. The pledge, originally introduced in a magazine called The Youth’s Companion in 1892, has

by Andrew Walczyk, staff writer 2016-17 October 29, 2015

Why do we love football?

Football is undoubtedly the most popular sport in America, but why? Why has the game attracted so many sports fans; could it be the big hits, turnovers, trick players, or

by Caela Steele, staff writer 2015-16 October 29, 2015

Inside Leesville Young Life

Every Thursday night starting at the oddly chosen time of 7:27 Leesville high school students join together cramped in someone’s house, backyard, or even garage to practice fellowship. This meeting

by Henry Werner, staff writer 2015-2016 October 29, 2015

Shepherd’s Way Pumpkin Patch

As Halloween draws near, Raleigh residents are rushing to Sheppard’s Way Pumpkin Patch in hopes of finding the biggest and brightest holiday melon to sport on their front porch. The

by Yazmin Battee, staff writer 2016-17 October 28, 2015

Sleep deprived for a traffic-free ride

As new students join the Leesville community, it’s becoming harder and harder to get into the doors before the first bell. Not only is the incoming and outgoing traffic extremely crowded,

by Jonathan Spear, staff writer 2017-18 October 28, 2015

Symphonic band participates in Festival of Band competition

The Leesville Road symphonic band participated in the Festival of Bands competition at Fuquay-Varina High school on October 17. The 73-person band performed “A Brave New World”, competing against thirteen

by Taylor Penezic, staff writer 2016-17 October 28, 2015

The Haunted House at Panic Point

During October, Haunted Forest at Panic Point is open for guests seeking a thrilling experience. Haunted Forest at Panic Point, commonly referred to as Panic Point, has different attractions with

by Izzee Akers, senior editor 2017-18 October 28, 2015

Evolution of Lacrosse

by Pedro Rivas, staff writer 2015-2016 October 28, 2015

Terrorism in Spain

by William Sease, senior editor 2016-2017 October 27, 2015

Burger King’s Halloween Burger is a disappointing dare

Burger King has brought home a promotion it tested out in Japan last year– a hamburger with a pitch black bun. Sadly, they didn’t replicate the promotion exactly: Last year’s

by Lindsay Baker, senior editor 2015-16 October 27, 2015

The Mystery Behind Adult Coloring Books

by Kayla Fortson, staff writer 2016-17 October 27, 2015

Managing and Directing is easy for Evans

Caroline Evans, senior and stage manager, is fully engaged in Leesville’s theatre department. Besides helping Ms.Tarson, the stage director, with rehearsals, Evans helps keep the cast quiet and on task,

by Sloane Coble, senior editor 2015-2016 October 27, 2015

Model Analysis

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by Caela Steele, staff writer 2015-16 October 22, 2015

Spirit Week in pictures

Spirit Days by Leesville Newspaper on Exposure

by Henry Werner, staff writer 2015-2016 October 22, 2015

Driftwood: The Most Comforting Restaurant in Raleigh

Driftwood Southern Kitchen. Located at 8460 Honeycutt Road, Suite 112, Raleigh, NC 27615 (A.K.A Lafayette village), is the of the newest and brightest additions to the Raleigh restaurant business. Founded

by Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18 October 22, 2015

A Tour of Downtown Raleigh

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by William Sease, senior editor 2016-2017 October 16, 2015

Recap of the Dixie Classic Fair in Winston-Salem

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by Madison Hoffmann, senior editor 2015-2016 October 13, 2015

Shannon Hardy’s Spirit Week

Most Spirited Student at Leesville by Madison Hoffmann on Exposure

by Lindsay Baker, senior editor 2015-16 October 12, 2015

Cheating consequences need uniformity

Over the years, society has given cheating a variety of definitions — definitions typically swayed by age, experience or occupation. For example, a student may view cheating as blatantly copying

by Maddy Leen, special projects editor 2016-17 October 12, 2015

News Reporting Editorial

Twitter’s significance in the life of teenagers today is obvious. It has become the number one source for all reporting, whether it be reporting emotions, school events, school assignments or

by Pedro Rivas, staff writer 2015-2016 October 12, 2015

Google convention review

On September 29, Google held its annual press conference in San Francisco. Google announced their release of two new phones and new software features. The Nexus 5X is made by

by Sam Timmons, staff writer 2015-2016 October 8, 2015

Pope Francis’s Visit Ends

On Monday, September 30, Pope Francis left the Philadelphia airport, culminating his first trip to the United States. In Washington, the Pope did something unprecedented: He addressed Congress. He also

by Lindsay Baker, senior editor 2015-16 October 8, 2015

Ariana Grande delivers electric performance at PNC Arena

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by William Sease, senior editor 2016-2017 October 8, 2015

The Realities of “Vaping”

Even today, it seems too futuristic to be true. Imagine if 7 years ago someone told you that they were going to make smoking electronic. Would you have really believed

by William Sease, senior editor 2016-2017 October 7, 2015

Review: Best Albums of 2015 so far

Tame Impala- Currents Tame Impala’s third album is their best work yet, using synths with guitars to implement a very unique set of ideas. While the rest of the album

by Cayley Kennedy, senior editor, 2016-17 October 7, 2015

Students get creative for homecoming proposals

In the weeks before any high school dance, there is always buzz about who is asking who, how they’re asking and when. This year’s weeks leading up to the annual

by Eric Broer October 6, 2015

Leesville High School’s OT video

To Vote — Text HSOT LEESVILLE TO 313-131! One vote per phone number…have friends, family and followers all vote.

by Henry Werner, staff writer 2015-2016 October 5, 2015

A look into Saturdays at St.Francis

On August 15, the St. Francis Parish Athletics soccer and baseball league kicked off a new season. With ages ranging all the way from three to eleven years old, the

by Ben Zahavi, junior editor 2016-17 October 5, 2015

Leesville Gains Redemption After Playing Broughton

Coming back after a lost lead, Drew Walczyk’s goal brought the Pride up 3-2. The win aided their season record (4-2-2) and proving to Broughton (5-3-0) the boys have improved

by Henry Werner, staff writer 2015-2016 October 5, 2015

Only at the Montessori School

At the Montessori School of Raleigh, learning is centered around discovering oneself as well as exploring the world around them. Unlike Leesville, the students at this school spend a healthy

by Henry Werner, staff writer 2015-2016 October 5, 2015

Drumming Their Way to the Top

With one of the biggest home games in Leesville history already under their belt, Francisco Morales (seen above standing fourth to the right) and the Leesville drumline are hyped up

by Taylor Penezic, staff writer 2016-17 October 5, 2015

FIT pre-college program available for high school students

Pre-college programs are dedicated to high school students to experience college life and take classes. Certain classes at specific schools offer college credit while others do not. Whether or not

by Jonathan Spear, staff writer 2017-18 October 5, 2015

Snapchat unveils new update

Snapchat, the popular app used for instant photo messaging, unveiled an update that includes many new features. This update has taken social media by storm, as it has been praised

by Taylor Penezic, staff writer 2016-17 October 5, 2015

American Heart Association’s Heart Walk takes Raleigh

The American Heart Association had the Triangle Heart Walk on Sunday, September 27 at the PNC Arena. This event is dedicated to raising funds for the number one leading cause

by Pedro Rivas, staff writer 2015-2016 October 5, 2015

What is the NC Governor’s School?

Governor’s school is a 5 week residential summer program for students who have a high academic level in different areas such as mathematics, Spanish or social sciences. The program gets

by Kayla Fortson, staff writer 2016-17 October 5, 2015

Lana Del Rey’s Honeymoon album is rebellious

Lana Del Rey, an American singer, released her fourth album on September 18, 2015 titled Honeymoon. Up to this point, her album has received positive reviews from Metacritic, rating a

by Kayla Fortson, staff writer 2016-17 October 5, 2015

Astronomy club celebrates one year anniversary

On Tuesday September 1, almost fifty students came to the interest meeting to show their support of Leesville Road High School’s Astronomy Club. Jake Hudgins, president, started the club last

by Izzee Akers, senior editor 2017-18 October 5, 2015

Twitter’s impact on LRHS

At Leesville, Twitter is utilized by both the students and the staff. Twitter plays a significant role in how information is communicated to the Leesville community. Followers of the many

by Izzee Akers, senior editor 2017-18 October 5, 2015

Leeville Women’s Lacrosse takes on the Pumpkin Shootout

Leesville Road High School’s Women’s Lacrosse team is competing in the Pumpkin Shootout lacrosse tournament Sunday, October 18 in Efland, North Carolina. Becca Mounts and Maria Codispoti, both seniors, led

by Parker Yount, senior editor 2015-2016 October 2, 2015

Leesville stays undefeated in CAP-8 with Broughton win

Leesville is off to a 2-0 start in conference play thanks to a solid 24-7 victory over the Broughton Capitals in week 8 of the 2015 football season. For the

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