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On April 9, 2021, Earl Simmons, better known by his stage name, DMX, passed away after days of fighting to stay alive. Following a heart attack, DMX’s family reported that
After graduating, most people never have to go through their high school routines again, but not Hannah Snell. One of the teachers new to Leesville this year is walking back
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In addition to presents, trees, holiday parties, and family, donations are a popular part of the Christmas season. It is a time filled with increased giving, yielding a 42% jump
“It’s just like the light at the end of the tunnel has shown us how stinky and bad the tunnel is.” Breaking character on SNL Saturday 12, veteran comedian Kate
The concept of teen dramas have been consistent throughout the decades. However, each decade we are introduced to a new set of characters that the world falls in love with.
Marvel Studios recently announced their new upcoming projects and release dates during their Disney Investor Day.Through Disney+, Marvel will release brand new shows and films as soon as January 8,
Leesville with a diverse group of students and staff members. We all have different holiday traditions and celebrate different holidays. I asked my followers on Instagram some questions about holiday
Coats for Children, also known as Coats for Kids, is a WRAL major community campaign to support families in need. Unfortunately, thousands of children in our viewing area need a
On December 11, a week after its theater debut, The Prom appeared on Netflix. Overview of the Musical In this movie, four less-than-popular Broadway stars and a publicist help out
When Netflix dropped a drama about a young girl playing chess many people were apprehensive. After all, the story is about chess and who would want to watch a show
On Monday, Sara Lindsay became one of the first Americans to receive a COVID-19 vaccination. “It didn’t feel any different from taking any other vaccine…I want to instill public confidence
Scenes like this have been unfolding in many British doctor’s offices and hospitals. The United Kingdom is the first country to vaccinate the public for COVID-19. (Photo used by permission
Exams this year, like most things, look different than previous years. The majority of exams are teacher-made and virtual. (Photo used by permission of Leesville Road High School) Leesville students
The Tar Heels look to continue their great season and get their first signature win under Mack Brown in his return to UNC. Miami looks to defend home turf and
Wonder Woman 1984 releases on Christmas Day this year after a year of fans awaiting its arrival to the silver screen. It will debut on HBO Max and at local
The purpose of the three branches of government is to be checks on one another, but are becoming increasingly hyperpartisan and polarized. (Used by permission of the Norwegian Digital Learning
Pandemic during Christmas? LRHS students give their own opinions on the changes this holiday season. (Photo courtesy of Chase Dutton) With the holidays and Christmas rounding the corner, the Leesville
Leesville’s Varsity volleyball team circles up with Coach Hensler during a timeout. During the timeout, the team strategized how to best continue the set. (Photo Courtesy of Ellie Thompson) On
Contributors: Lauren Taylor and Cassidy Farrell Who Said Spooky is Limited to October? View this post on Instagram A post shared by Adam Ellis (@adamtots) Adam Ellis, aka Adamtots on
This school year has been a unique one, to say the least. With all Wake County public high schoolers having done school virtually this past semester, becoming accustomed to the
Each generation of music has a specific sound reflective of the time in which it is written. The music of the 60s was characterized by the rebelliousness of rock music.
In the age of on-demand streaming and the Internet, countless movies, TV shows, and videos are available with the touch of a finger. Music has become among the most popular
Recently, boba tea– also known as bubble tea– has gained explosive popularity outside of its home of East Asia. The cold drink containing various teas or juices combined with chewy
Boyce Farms is a family-owned Christmas tree farm located off of Mt. Vernon Church Road. This family business has spanned 3 generations and spreads the love and joy of Christmas
Raleigh, the City of Oaks, has a tradition of an Acorn Drop to celebrate the New Year. Due to the pandemic, the Acorn Drop will not be held. Instead, it
The UNC Asheville tour takes you all around campus and shares what makes their university unique. As you go through the tour you get a great idea of what life
Pictured above is the Abele Quad, an outside area surrounded by the great buildings of Duke, including the Duke Chapel. The unique collegiate gothic architecture at Duke is from 1930
Contributors: Gretchen Stern and Lyric Chassin A Show Of Gratitude Students at the College of New Jersey wanted to say thank you to their professor Adam Shrager for all his
Some fan favorites like The Office, West Wing, and Gossip Girl are the hardest goodbyes this month. But with the thousands of other choices Netflix has, there should be another
McDonald’s, Taco Bell, Subway, and KFC have all reduced their menus to some extent in order to cope with the pandemic. (Photo courtesy of Isabel Weld) The coronavirus has affected
From the outside, a book is merely pieces of paper wrapped in a protective cover. Open up the right novel, however, and it can transport you to worlds you could
The Christmas spirit is the wonderfully ecstatic feeling that occurs during the Christmas season. Although this spirit isn’t just an excitement, it is also a joyful feeling of good cheer
Becoming a collegiate athlete takes hard work and determination. Student athletes are required to balance a schoolwork with a rigorous game and practice schedule. So why play sports at such
The NC Chinese Lantern festival pop ups are within walking distance of each other around Downtown Cary. You can take in the artistry of the lights all while admiring the
Off of Highway 70, Mountain Advantage LLC Christmas Trees is lacking a large selection of trees to choose from this year. The price of the tree most fitting to your
HBO Max is already advertising their unprecedented agreement with Warner Bros. It will be the earliest movies in the U.S. have ever been moved to a streaming service. (Photo taken
Minecraft is a widely popular game played by millions of people all around the world. However, a select few players have spent years pushing the game to its limits trying
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Room 2806: The Accusation is Netflix’s newest docuseries. It explores Nafissatou Diallo’s accusation of sexual assault against Dominique Strauss-Kahn. (Photo courtesy of Marie Cox) Despite it being the holiday season,
The Super Bowl 53 rematch of head coaches Sean McVay and Bill Belichick takes center stage in the Week 14 Thursday Night Football game. The visiting New England Patriots are
The pandemic has made it difficult for many people to entertain themselves in a safe and precautious way. The basic go-tos for entertainment are shut due to safety precautions. However,
On December 8, the annual Big Ten/ACC challenge tip-offed, and there were two high market matchups of sixteenth ranked UNC Tar Heels at third-ranked Iowa Hawkeyes and sixth-ranked Illinois
This holiday season, as many Leesville families prepare for Christmas, a few items appear in most households — a tree, stockings, and presents — but when did these things become
While learning at home, Mrs. Stone hopes that her students might get to connect with LRHS students during the pandemic. The teacher wants this to be an opportunity for juniors
COVID-19 tests are now easier, faster, and more available to the public. Drive-through testing is now a popular way for people to get back results fast. (Photo Courtesy: Public Domain)
Divorce has always been a huge source of stress in teens’ lives. It can cause all sorts of problems for their physical, mental, and emotional health. (Photo in the public
What is the Credit by Demonstrated Mastery (CDM) option? Why take it? Overview of CDM CDM is a free state program that allows students to earn credit via a test
Sponsored by Kia, B.R.A.K.E.S. is teaching young drivers how to safely handle emergency situations. Students gain so much from this half day course. (Photo Courtesy of David Thompson) B.R.A.K.E.S. —
Contributors: Lauren Taylor and Cassidy Farrell Whales in New York? 📸 A humpback whale surfaces near the Statue of Liberty in this photo taken from a boat on New York
Millions of seniors across the United States have filled out their college applications. Due to the pandemic, many had to do it with just the help of their families. (Photo
Contributors: Lyric Chassin and Gretchen Stern Four Years of Billie Eilish For the past four years, artist Billie Eilish has done the same interview with Vanity Fair. As a fan-favorite
It is nearly impossible to go anywhere today without seeing someone with an iPhone in hand or AirPods in their ears. This is especially true among teenagers. According to the
