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Most people agree Memorial Day ushers in the summer season. Here in Raleigh, that summer season comes with hot and hazy days where you want to run inside to the
During Memorial Day Weekend, my family and I drove up to New Jersey to see family. Many, including myself, did not realize that there is much difference between the way
During the COVID-19 pandemic, starting a small business appealed to people of all ages. It was a good way to fill time and make money for those that lost their
As Halloween approaches, teenagers decide what they are going to do for the holiday. From trick-or-treating to just staying home, high schoolers have a range of options to choose from.
According to a recent study done by The National Center for Educational Statistics, there are 4,726 public and private universities available for students to attend in the United States. According
The 2016 presidential election may seem like something out of a Saturday Night Live skit, but it’s all too real. However, shows like Saturday Night Live, Last Week Tonight, and
Over the past week there has been speculation as to when Avenged Sevenfold would release their new single. On October 13, with very little warning, fans got what they wanted.
It is a proud moment for Cubs fans the world over: For the first time since 1945, the Chicago Cubs are set to take the stage in the World Series,
After taking the in-class portion of driver’s education, one of the most nerve-racking things for new student drivers is finally sitting behind the wheel for the first time. While earning
October 1, 2016 saw the release of D.R.A.M.’s debut self-titled album, Big Baby D.R.A.M. D.R.A.M.’s real name is Shelley Marshaun Massenburg-Smith. He was born in Germany and grew up in
The stage was set last Monday night as the men’s soccer team faced off against conference rivals, Millbrook. In what was a very exciting game, Leesville’s superior passing and defending
Over the past few years, researchers have found scientific proof high schools should start later. According to the National Sleep Foundation, teens need anywhere from eight and a half to
There’s no doubt that technology and phones have impacted our lives in drastic ways. Our generation is able to obtain information much easier than generations before us. If a student
Colin Kaepernick, a quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers, has created recent controversy over the National Anthem and what it stands for. Kaepernick has been taking a knee while the
When a student wakes up in the morning feeling ill, it can be difficult for him or her to decide whether or not to go to school. Some decide to
[View the story “9 things that Leesville needs” on Storify] Heidi Kreis, editor in chief 2016-17
Bands are always releasing new and fresh material, but every now and then a current band will release their own twist on a classic. With trends in music constantly fluctuating,
On October 17, a swim and dive interest meeting was held in the weight room. Swimmers, from all grades, gathered to receive information about the new swim season. In order
On Thursday, October 13 and Friday, October 14, Leesville Road High School was vandalized, resulting in the relocation of classes, extensive cleaning and an ongoing investigation. What got vandalized? The
On Thursday, October sixth, the Leesville women’s tennis team won the CAP-8 conference title after defeating Sanderson. Winning 5-4, the team was able to clinch a share of the championship
As of October 19, Hurricane Matthew has cost the lives of twenty-five North Carolinians, and destroyed countless homes, trees, power lines, and cars. The rainfall from the storm also flooded
From a young age, kids are exposed to different careers through their family members, their friend’s parents, and even their community. Some teens know exactly what they want to do,
Some new classes were added to the 2016-2017 Course List, one of which is a class called “Health Team Relations” taught by Susan Ennis, athletic trainer. This class and the
On Tuesday, October 18 the media center staff transformed the usual room full of computers and books into a Star Wars information center in honor of Star Wars Reading Day.
The universal fear that all freshmen going into high school seem to have: : ‘Will I be picked on?’ In the movies, the upperclassmen of the high school are usually
[View the story “Why You Should Consider Western North Carolina for Your Next Weekend Getaway” on Storify] Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18
On October 11, Key Club distributed UNICEF Trick-or-Treat boxes to its members. The boxes are used as a way to promote charity collection during the Halloween season. Since 1950, Trick-or-Treat
In a dramatic in-conference matchup, the Pride men’s soccer team emerged victorious over the Sanderson Spartans in a 2-1 overtime thriller at Marshall L. Hamilton stadium. To begin the game,
This year’s Homecoming theme was Blast From the Past. The daily themes ranged from Hopes and Dreams Tuesday to, as tradition dictates, Green Out Friday. Sadly, students missed out on
[View the story “Hurricane Matthew Swamps Wake County” on Storify] Jonathan Spear, staff writer 2017-18
Last week, a leak in a major gas pipeline has caused a large shortage of gasoline for drivers in 5 different states. The cause of the leak is still unknown,
Becca Jones, a junior, is an up and coming softball player. Throughout her career, she has overcome incredible challenges in order to become one of the best softball players at
[View the story “The Benefits of Buying Locally Made Products” on Storify] Taylor Penezic, staff writer 2016-17
This year, National Voter Registration Day fell on September 27, 2016. Although the majority of Leesville students aren’t eligible to vote in this year’s election, a select few can start
While it may seem that some students have their future careers all figured out, many are unsure of where they will be in life after college. Thanks to Envision, however,
The Magnificent Seven, a remake of the 1960s version and was released in theatres on September 26. The movie stars Denzel Washington, Chris Pratt, Ethan Hawke, and many other famous
This year, Spanish Club has gained lots of student interest. Their first meeting was held on September 19 in the breezeway. “I was honestly surprised, in a good way, that
[View the story “Review of iOS 10 ” on Storify] Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18
‘Sit With Us’, an anti-bullying app, has been gaining popularity at Leesville. The creator of the app is Natalie Hampton, a 16 year old from Sherman Oaks, California. She has
With the 2016-2017 Leesville school year fully underway, new clubs have started appearing–including Pride Players, a community service club specifically for LRHS athletes. When asked about the club, Hannah Woody,
Since 1926, students all over the country, from October through June, take the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) in hopes of scoring high and setting the path for their academic futures.
Book Club has been a club at Leesville for several years. The first meeting was Wednesday, Sept. 28 in the library. Students are given a book chosen by the librarians
Based on her involvement, Leesville could consider Carson Rainey to be one of their most outstanding students. Aside from being senior class president, stage manager of Peter and the Starcatcher,
With the new school year in full swing, that means clubs have started up again including the Latin club. The first meeting took place on Monday September 12th, with all
This past summer, a group of Leesville students and teachers ventured out to Europe. In early August, Leesville representatives immersed themselves in the trip of a lifetime. I was lucky
With a new school year comes new opportunities for student involvement. Some ways students can get involved include playing a sport, running for school office, joining a club, dressing out
Many people purchase local food at farmers markets and are willing to spend a few extra dollars to support their community farmers. The Raleigh Farmer’s Market is a popular spot
On Wednesday, September 14, the Wake County Board of Education decided to look further into the addition of cell phone towers on school zones. Adding cell phone towers to school
Responsible Dog Ownership Day commenced on September 17 at the NC State fair grounds. Hundreds of dog lovers meet up at one location to celebrate their dogs and participate in
Environmental Club had their first meeting of the year this Tuesday, September 13. During the first half of the meeting, members discussed what they had planned for the club. The
