Author: Ashlyn Watkins, staff writer
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Review of Bridgerton
Netflix’s Bridgerton is making waves with the show’s plot. Based on Julia Quinn’s 8 novels of the Bridgerton series, viewers immerse themselves in this 1800’s English romance. I watched the first episode of this…
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Bringing the Christmas Spirit
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 which leads to doing…
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Hybrid vs. Virtual: How are students deciding?
Students are facing a huge decision: Embrace hybrid learning, or stay virtual for the rest of the school year? Click the link below to see what some students have to say about it: https://www.canva.com/design/DAENPFHM6ug/uOWoJS2OzNCK0Op9p_4P-w/view?utm_content=DAENPFHM6ug&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=publishsharelink…
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Love Secrets (B-Sides)
John Mark Pantana grew up in a Christian home but didn’t have a good relationship with God. Riddled with guilt, Pantana strayed from his path until he found the light. In college, Pantana walked…
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Covid-19 Bachelorette Weekend
Andry Nieto proposed to Katelyn Watkins in July of 2020. The couple didn’t want to wait for the unknown ending of the Coronavirus for their wedding festivities. So, the new bride continued on with…
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Pam Beasley loves local jewelry
Windblown Jewelry is a cute jewelry business located in Wake Forest, N.C. They do metal work and make jewelry by hand. September 9, the day after her birthday, Rachel Calhoun — the owner of…
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Traveling to Boone during school
Leesville Road High School is currently online, which allows students to do their schoolwork from various locations. My family and I decided to take a trip to Boone. Scroll over each image to learn…
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Fall-tivities
Tuesday September 22 marks the first day of fall. This season will be here until winter begins December 21. As autumn sneaks in, so does everything pumpkin. Visit your local coffee shops like Sola…
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Fall Feels in Music
The feeling of fall is specific to individuals, so other people may have a completely different opinion on these songs. This is my interpretation of autumn in music. Picture this- you’re driving to…
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Visiting the Flower Field
The North Carolina Museum of Art is home to a field with sunflowers, zinnias, and an abundance other flowers. In the late summer, art and nature loves can head over to this beautiful place…
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Students’ Opinions on Homework
High school students spend hours a week on homework and have a variety of opinions. “Homework affects me both positively and negatively,” said Jordann Smith-Burgess, junior, in a text. Students know that homework is…
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How Students are Currently Dealing with Stress
Students are experiencing stress because of current times; Leesville Road High School, along with other Wake County schools, has started their school year virtually. This change will bring on new challenges for students- but…