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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
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
Industry meets innovation at a new creative hub, Boxyard RTP. Boxyard RTP has over 15,000 square feet of creative space for small businesses and dining. The catch? Every shop is
On the evening of February 9, 1961, in The Cavern Club, a pub located in the industrial town of Liverpool, England, a group of young musicians made their debut. As
Ernest Hemingway was an American novelist, short story writer, and journalist. He published seven novels, six short story collections, two non-fiction works, and won the Nobel Prize for Literature in
When was the last time you’ve slowed down and enjoyed the world around you? Or the last time that you were able to look past your beliefs and realize how
On March 11, 2020, The World Health Organization told the world to stay home. Naturally, many people felt safer in their homes, seeing they wouldn’t be exposed to the Coronavirus.
In 1938, the United States Congress passed the Fair Labor Standards Act. This law guarantees overtime pay, record keeping, provides youth employment standards and establishes minimum wage. Minimum wage is
In the early 2010s (and even before), YouTube was a place to just share your talents with random people who might be interested. In recent years, it has simply become
Millions of small businesses have closed over the last year due to Covid-19. In a study conducted by Yelp, an estimated 800 new businesses were closed each day from March
On March 1, Wake County Public School System announced that indoor and outdoor athletics are now allowed to have spectators at the games, but only at a 30% capacity. Spectators
After 11 months in quarantine, students finally begin to return to Leesville Road High School’s campus for in person learning. Several changes have been implemented to ensure the safety of
Rush Limbaugh was a well known radio personality, conservative political commentator, author, and television show host. Limbaugh passed away on February 17, 2021 at the age of 70 after a
North Carolina winters can get pretty frigid, especially for those who rely on a wood-burning fireplace to warm their home. While the majority of U.S. households are heated by electricity
As we approach one year in quarantine, doctors and researchers made several discoveries in efforts to prevent the spread of Covid-19. Social distancing, good hygiene, and wearing masks are necessities
One Night In Miami, released on January 15, is an Amazon Original movie directed by Regina King. The movie tells the tale of a true (but slightly fictionalised for Hollywood’s
Growing up, I always remember watching two things: the cooking channel and old classic television shows. Even to this day, classic television shows are always my go-to for bingeing.
The US government planned to open the states in three phases, according to President Trump. The phases would allow each state to gradually reopen its public places as Covid-19 lessened
Being in quarantine has put a stop to many things that we’ve taken for granted. We no longer go to school and meet up with friends. We no longer can
The year 2020 marks the 230th anniversary of the US Census. The first census for the United States of American occurred in 1790, under Thomas Jefferson’s supervision when he was
Call of the Wild, released on February 21, 2020, is the sixth movie adaptation of Jack London’s The Call Of The Wild novel written in 1903. While it does have
In the United States, almost every high schooler’s wish is to drive. It’s a form of independence – a way of learning how to become your own person by becoming
In times as uncertain as these, people need to find something to connect over, such as music. The Australian band 5 Seconds of Summer, or 5SOS, released their fourth album,
Many people have a pet. From a scaly snake to a furry ferret, pets bring a smile to people’s faces. In fact, the human-animal bond is very beneficial to one’s
Four years since the band One Direction began their ‘18 month’ hiatus, One Direction’s Louis Tomlinson released his first solo album, Walls. The long awaited album dropped on January 31.
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
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.
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
‘YouTube Rewind 2019: For the Record’, released on December 5, 2019, has so far, it has become the 3rd most disliked video on the YouTube platform. (Photo courtesy of Alexis
Flu season lasts for about 13 weeks, with a peak in February. Make sure you stay healthy to avoid getting sick. (Photo courtesy of Alexis Taylor) As the days grow
The North Carolina Symphony and German conductor Andre de Ridder after the performance of the New World Symphony. The orchestra performed at the Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts,
Ring-tailed lemur at Duke Lemur Center. Duke Lemur Center is the largest lemur sanctuary in the world. (Photo used with permission from Andrew Kuchling) Have you ever had a day
Midway 2019 movie poster at Cinemark Raleigh Grande. Midway released on November 8, 2019. (Photo courtesy of Alexis Taylor) Seventy-seven years ago, in the middle of the vast Pacific Ocean,
How do students at LRHS celebrate Halloween? Halloween for 2019 will be on Thursday, October 31. (Photo courtesy of Alexis Taylor) It’s that time of year again. The night for
(The Washington National Cathedral in Washington DC. The cathedral is open to the public and has regular services every Sunday. (Photo used by permission of soomness.) On Saturday, October 12,
Ken Burns, producer of many award winning documentaries. Burns’ released his latest production, Country Music, last month. (Photo used by permission of David Hume Kennerly) Last month, American filmmaker Ken
Leesville students beginning to leave campus after a day at school. These are just the first few student drivers of hundreds that were lucky to get out of the parking
The hit PBS television series, Downton Abbey, has now hit the big screen! On Friday, September 20, the movie released in the US. Over the first weekend, it raked in
According to collegeboard.org, more than 7.8 million high school students participate in standardized college entrance exams every year. Most students know these assessments by their acronyms: the ACT [American College
