Author: Brooke Sturdivant, staff writer, 2013-14
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Models aren’t truly models
I recently watched the infamous ‘Victoria Secret Fashion Show’ and I realized that I had a simultaneous love and hate for the show. The outfits were absolutely stunning, and the musical performers were amazing.…
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Grades do more harm than good
For many students, including myself, a grade is much more than just a number. It represents what opportunity we have in the real world and where we rank among our peers. Students are pressured…
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Leesville student spotlight: Natalie Landsberg
Leesville has a large and unique arts department, offering classes that teach drawing and painting as well as theatre and chorus. Natalie Landsberg, junior, is one of the many talented students interested in visual…
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‘Bang Bang You’re Dead’ Review
This fall, Broughton High School presented their fall play, Bang Bang You’re Dead. It was used to raise awareness about what causes violence in school. The play followed the life of Josh, a high…
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Carolina Ale House review
Located off of Skyland Ridge Parkway in Brier Creek, Carolina Ale House is an upbeat sports bar and pub. When I first walked in, I was amazed by all the items and pictures hanging…
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Traditional or Online classes, what’s your choice?
There are vast differences between online and traditional classroom settings. Each has its own pros and cons. For example, online classes are extremely convenient and cost much less than traditional college courses, whereas in…
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First Friday festivities bring a community together
On the first Friday of every month, the city of Raleigh has their ‘First Friday Festival’. The ‘First Friday Festival’ is a citywide celebration of the art around the city and what it has…
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Lilly’s pizza review
Lilly’s Pizza, located at 1813 Glenwood Avenue, is the epitome of a downtown ‘hole in the wall’ restaurant. Immediately when I walked in,brightly colored and eye-catching ornaments drew me to the back of the…
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Brain Game, an academic showdown
This season, Leesville’s Brain Game team has a goal: “…to win this season’s competition,” said Ms. Amy Jones, Leesville’s Brain Game team leader. “[It’s] to use knowledge you’ve gained in school for competition, to…