Year: 2021
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The Future of Covid 19 “Vaccine Passports” and Traveling
The Biden administration and private companies are working to develop a standard way of handling vaccine credentials — often referred to as “vaccine passports” — that would allow Americans to prove they have been…
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YA Books You Should Read
Books are an opportunity to escape this world and go into another world full of mystery, fantasy, romance, and horror among other things. With millions of Young Adult (YA) books in circulation, it can…
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Retail Resale: The Next Step For Fast Fashion Companies
To be successful as a fashion brand in this day and age, brands must prioritize sustainability. With millions of clothing items being produced unethically everyday, environmental damage is inevitable. For multi billion dollar international…
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Old Game Review: Wii Sports Resort
Nintendo Entertainment’s hit game, Wii Sports Resort offers players a rollercoaster of adventure and nostalgia. Background Wii Sports Resort accompanies the famous Nintendo gaming console, the Wii. Making its debut in 2006, the Wii…
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Senior Spotlight: Karsyn Elmore
Since 6th grade, Karsyn Elmore has been a dedicated student at Leesville. Through her involvement in various clubs, Elmore has built relationships with peers and teachers. She is a member of National Honor Society,…
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Quick Bites
Contributors: Lyric Chassin and Gretchen Stern The Oscars @nicholasjanzen What’s your fave of this bunch? 🏆##greenscreen ##oscars ##filmtiktok ##bestpicture ##list ##ranking ##movies ♬ Violin – Grooving Gecko The 93rd Oscar Academy…
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Matt Wiener: From Leesville to Coastal Carolina
Matt Wiener is a hard working college student with a bright future. Wiener has embraced his passions throughout his high school and college years and is going full steam ahead. High school students all…
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Fourth Quarter or Summer Break? Students Could Not Care Less About the Difference
Though it is only the fourth quarter of the school year, many students have taken a hiatus from their second-semester classes to start summer break early. “We’re already in the fourth quarter, which means…
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College Decision Time!
College applications are done, acceptance letters are sent, and now it’s up to these high school seniors to decide which college best fits them. Seniors have until May 1st to make their final decision,…
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NHS Applications For 2021/22 Now Available
As the 2020-2021 school year nears its end, students start to look towards the next. Not only do students prepare for the following year by choosing classes, but they also consider participating in extracurricular…
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Quick Bites
Contributors: Ellie Bruno and Mary Mabry Mickey Mouse’s Minecraft Madness “mickey mouse” is trending! lord.. it’s just dream tweeting this at like 10 different people after being MIA for a week pic.twitter.com/BH2FIjpok3…
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Vaccinated Kids at Leesville
On April 7, 2021, Roy Cooper, the Governor of North Carolina announced that all North Carolinians sixteen and older can receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Cooper’s announcement came one day before all high schoolers who…
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Trending Nail Art
The art of nail design has exploded in popularity. What used to be simple nail designs with basic colors has developed into a form of self expression. In the recent months of 2021, certain…
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The “Man Van”
Growing families often buy Minivans as a last resort because they need a vehicle with more space, but that does not mean that those families can’t grow to appreciate a minivan. Scott Sinor, Leesville’s…
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What Do Leesville Students Think of Plan A?
Two weeks ago, Wake County moved from Plan B to Plan A. Plan B was a division of in person students into three cohorts, rotating each week. Plan A ups the count in the…
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A Day At Spring Haven Farm
By: Lyric Chassin In Chapel Hill, Spring Haven Farm invites people to enjoy time outside with the animals at the farm. With masks required for entrance, visiting the farm is a great way…
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Quick Bites
Contributors: Lyric Chassin and Lauren Taylor Mythology With a Twist View this post on Instagram A post shared by Goofy Gods Comics (@goofygodscomics) Goofy Gods Comics is a strip created by…
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BTS’s newest Japanese comeback “Film Out”
The worldwide phenomenon known as BTS (aka Bangtan Boys), the biggest kpop group with millions of fans around the world, had their most recent comeback with the single “Film Out” on April 2. The…
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Mike Miller: a Lifelong Legacy
Mike Miller has been an influential member of the community for over 13 years now. He has inspired many through his coaching and teaching career at Sycamore Creek. “This is my 13th year at…
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Senior Spotlight: Cailey Brooks
Cailey Brooks, senior, spent two years on the JV tennis team. Even though she’s not on the team anymore, tennis is still one of her favorite hobbies. Brooks is also a part of the…
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The Loss of DMX
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 he had been on…
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Teacher Spotlight: Hannah Snell
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 into her past as…
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Quick Bites
Contributors: Gretchen Stern and Cassidy Farrell Chlorophyll Magic @tonyyounmd ##duet with @ashhleyann Can chlorophyll help flatten your tummy? ##chlorophyll ##chlorophyllwater ##bloating ##digestion ##holistichealth ♬ Super flat lad – Matthew_carlin_ People on…
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Modern Music Video Mania
Lil Nas X recently released his hit single “Montero (Call Me By Your Name)” quickly claiming the number one spot on the Billboard’s Hot 100 list. “Montero”’s bold music video catches the audience’s attention…
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Scooby-Doo Provides Great Outfit Ideas for 2021
Even after 50 years, Scooby-Doo is still one of the most known television cartoons, and now the quirky mysteries and fun-loving characters are not the only reason to watch, many are talking about the…
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WCPSS Plans to Offer Virtual Academy in 2021-2022
Schools all across the country closed their doors to students and transitioned to remote learning over a year ago. For over 6 months, students learned virtually. As Covid-19 infection rates trended down and vaccinations…
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Art Unblocked 2021: The Story
By: Savannah Sinor Together, Arts Access and the City of Raleigh’s Block Gallery, are hosting the Art Unblocked exhibit from March 3 to May 14. The show consists of works from artists from…
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What Will High School Band Look Like Post-Covid?
At Leesville, we have 3 band ensembles: intermediate band, concert band, and symphonic band. Speculation of what these bands look like in the future is majorly altered by Covid-19. The Leesville band that will…
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Gertie’s Flowers on Leesville Road
Winter is over! Spring is here and warmer weather brings out the beautiful colored flowers and plants all across North Carolina. As spring rolls into 2021, Gertie’s Flowers sets up shop in the Leesville…
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A Deep Look Into the History of Controversy That’s Developed Around Country Music
Country Music has developed ideals based upon what kind of music and artists are “acceptable.” The generalization regarding “what is and what is not country music” did not just occur when country music formed…
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The Virtual Family LRHS Play
By: Ellie Thompson On Thursday, April 16 and Friday, April 17, the LRHS theatre class performed The Virtual Family, via online streaming site. This play, written by Jeremy Johnson, is set up for…
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Senior Spotlight: Collin Sharp
Collin Sharp is a great role model for the underclassmen to look up to. He takes on multiple leadership roles in clubs. Sharp is the president of Key Club, Co-President of Fellowship of Christian…
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The Higher the Heels the Lower the Economy
When thinking about indicators of the economy, heels might be the last thing you’d look to. But from hemlines to lipstick, fashion trends have long been indicators for the economic climate. Historically, there is…
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Quick Bites
Contributors: Ellie Bruno and Cassidy Farrell Hariel Styles? Sources say that Harry Styles will be playing the role of Ariel in the upcoming Disney movie “The little Mermaid” pic.twitter.com/s8bCQ5Kivg — Alex ༄…
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Senior Spotlight Nikki Varma
Nikki Varma is a senior at Leesville Road High School who is actively involved in many clubs and groups across campus. As a member of the symphonic band, Varma loves to practice the saxophone.…
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Senior Spotlight: Will Keever
Will Keever is a key member of the community at Leesville and a versatile athlete, starring as a linebacker on the varsity football team, as well as playing three years on the basketball team.…
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Student body herd immunity
Moderna, Pfizer, J&J. These three companies made history by developing the COVID-19 vaccine in record time. Since their emergency approval from the FDA, 190 million doses have been given (as of Sunday 11) across…
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Dine Out Downtown in Downtown Raleigh
By: Asis Johnson On Saturdays from 5 to 9pm the Downtown Raleigh Alliance (DRA) hosts Dine Out Downtown. Every Saturday from April to June, Dine Out Downtown brings together people from all over…
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Audrey: A Look Into the Life of a Legend
Audrey, a documentary focusing on the iconic Audrey Hepburn, is a captivating and informational movie on her career and personal life. Two main points the movie affirmed multiple times were her lifelong dream to…
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Senior Spotlight: Brooke Dunkley
Brooke Dunkley is an engaged member of the LRHS community, tackling numerous activities, sports, and responsibilities. She strives for success, and she has achieved it in many diverse areas. Dunkley is an all-around athlete,…
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Senior spotlight: Mac Haney
Mac Haney is an influential part of the Leesville community, especially concerning the musical aspect of the school. Haney is a part of the Tri-M music honors society and is a member of the…
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Senior Spotlight: Clifton Haas
Clifton Haas has been a member of the Leesville community for a long time and is currently finishing his last year of High School. Haas’s favorite hobby is brazillian jiu jitsu, a rare but…
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Spring Haven Farm
Spring Haven Farm, located in Chapel Hill, offers a unique experience unlike other farms in the area. The farm holds different types of farm animals: goats, horses, pigs, cows, etc. What makes Spring Haven…
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Quick Bites
Contributors: Lauren Taylor and Mary Mabry 2018 vs. 2021 @annaxsitar “2018 anna” is actually a photo from january 2019 but close enough ✨ ♬ MotorSport – Migos & Nicki Minaj &…
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Senior Spotlight: Korryn O’Shea
Korryn O’Shea is an avid member of the Leesville community, involving herself in multiple clubs and community service projects in the area. O’Shea is an officer for Leesville Liaisons, an organization aimed at helping…
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Senior Spotlight: Ashton Zuburg
Ashton Zuburg impacted the Leesville community with her positive attitude and willingness to help others. She was a member of National Dance Honors Society and FCA, both valuable extracurricular activities aimed at community service…
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Senior Spotlight: Monique Dacanay
Monique Dacanay has positively impacted those around her during her time at Leesville. You will always find her working hard or encouraging others with enlightening conversations. Dacanay’s random acts of kindness prove to show…
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Senior Spotlight: Lillian Avent
Lillian has been highly involved in the Leesville community since she arrived at the school four years ago. She is on the Executive Council, National Honors Society, English National Honors Society, Art National Honors…
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Senior Spotlight: Elizabeth Kluckman
Elizabeth Kluckman is a positive and determined student who dedicates her time towards encouraging and helping others. Kluckman is a member of National Honors Society, Math Club, Math NHS, and National Dance Honors Society.…
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U.S. Senator Duckworth to Reject Biden Nominations Due to Lack of AAPI Representation
Tammy Duckworth (D), U.S. Senator from Illinois pictured in 2017. Senator Duckworth lost both legs in 2004 from a helicopter attack while she served as a U.S. Army helicopter pilot. (Photo Used from Public…