Author: Daniela Plata, senior editor 25-26
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How to do Homecoming week right
Homecoming week is taking place this year from October 6 through 10. It is a week filled with fun activities, joyous smiles, and plenty of school spirit. Many people don’t know where to start…
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The Lumineers light up Raleigh
On Tuesday, September 16, 2025, the Walnut Creek Amphitheatre at Coastal Credit Union Music Park was packed with people of all ages for The Lumineers’ biggest ever concert in Raleigh. “It was the best…
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What are the Struggles of Junior Year?
Junior year is often the most challenging years for high school students. It’s filled with rigorous testing, extracurricular commitments, and various pressures, many of which students may feel unprepared to face. “I had a…
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The story behind the first american pope
Pope Leo XIV emerged from the balcony of the Basilica. Following Pope Francis’ death, Pope Leo was named the newest Pope of the catholic church.(Used y permission of Creative Commons)
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NoRa cafe in Raleigh NC
NoRa has a wall of books by the cafe counter. The books are available for purchase and help add to the NoRa atmosphere. (Photo Courtesy of Daniela Plata)
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What would happen if school turned into a musical
Many popular musicals take place in a High School. These musicals showcase high school students’ drama and everyday life when singing is prioritized. (Photo credit WRAL).
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What are Junior Marshalls
Junior Marshals are held to high standards in both their academics and the way they present themselves. These Junior marshals represent themselves in a put-together fashion with black dresses and sashes. (Photo used by…
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Steps in the right direction for Student Journalism
Pictured are students from Leesville, Wakefield, Cary High, and Athens Drive. All of these students were at the School board meeting, either to speak or in support. (Photo used by permission of Beyza Guveync)
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Career and college promise through wake tech
Many Leesville students take advantage of the Wake-Tech program Career and College Promise in order to gain college credits. Students can take all types of classes virtually and on their own time. (Photo Courtesy…
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How leesville students are doing half-way through the semester
Students work vigorously until the last day of the quarter to prepare for midterms and the fresh quarter. (Photo courtesy of Gaby Lefcheck)
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What goes on behind the middle school musical
High schoolers volunteers assist the middle school actors before and during the show to reach the best final product. High School students help with things such as hair, makeup, body mics, and more. (Photo…
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A look into the life of Genesis Mejia
Genesis Mejia enjoys homecoming, bringing the same confidence and passion she has for music. Whether singing or celebrating, she always shines.(Used by permission of Genesis Mejia)
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The history and evolution of the beloved leesville loonies
The Leesville Loonies cheer on throughout the football season. Here the Loonies are seen in ‘Looneyville’, the student section for the Loonies. (Photo Courtesy of Daniela Plata)
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Galentines day a choice rather than valentines day
Many Galentine’s events are filled with red, pink, and white decorations. This one was held this past weekend by Leesville students. (Photo Courtesy of Lilliana Rodriguez).
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A new semester for leesville students
Students are in their first week of biology, there they are taking their first quiz. Students in this class have many new learning opportunities. (Photo courtesy of Maren Uria)
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Alix Earle excitment in Raleigh
Pictured are Braxton Berrios and Alix Earle at the Jersey retirement ceremony this past Friday. The event was attended by many Leesville students and their families. (Photo Courtesy of Leesville Mens Basketball Instagram)
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El effecto de extracuriculares en estudiantes.
En el imagen, estudiantes que son parte de Leesville Liaisons sonrien juntos durante el Hall-o-Ween evento.(Foto cortesia de el Leesville Liaisons Instagram).
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How to get birthday freebies
Some of the many free or discounted items businesses offer for your birthday. Pictured is a 24 oz smoothie from Tropical Smoothie Cafe, One crumbl cookie, and a Bath and Body Works bag. (Photo…
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The new leesville songwriting club
This image was part of the slideshow during the Songwriting Club’s most recent meeting on November 22, 2024. The slideshow contained details regarding the history of songwriting, tips about songwriting, etc. (Photo Courtesy of…
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the Dance ensemble & dance team winter concert
The dance ensemble lined up on the LRHS stage, performs a kick line. This was a part of their opening number in their holiday showcase. (Photo Courtesy of Daniela Plata)
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SHAWN, Shawn Mendez’s new album
Shawn Mendez is pictured in his concert film: SHAWN. That aired in theaters for one night only on Thursday, November 14, 2024 (Photo Courtesy of Daniela Plata)
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Music is important to Leesville students
Walking through the halls of Leesville on any given day, you’ll see many students with AirPods or headphones on, and one thing is for sure, music is a big part of students’ lives. “It…
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2024 Duke vs. UNC football game
Saturday, September 29, 2024, the Duke Blue Devils took on the University of North Carolina Tar Heels at Wallace Wade Stadium. This game held high stakes for the Duke Blue Devils and Carolina Tar…
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The bathrooms of Leesville are still closed
It’s been over a year since the bathrooms were shut down due to vaping issues, but is it time for them to be reopened? “I think they should be reopened because the bathrooms that…
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Leesville’s Homecoming Week Breakdown
The week of homecoming is filled with many exciting events that no one wants to miss out on. Here’s everything you need to know for this fun and eventful week. This year the Homecoming…
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The disapearence of dinkenor
Paul Dinkenor poses for a picture with his World History Honors class in 2022. This was his last year teaching at Leesville. (Photo Courtesy of Bennett Ange)
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So What Do We Do Now?
AP exams took place between May 6 and May 17, but students in AP classes this semester still have to go to class. Between now and the end of the school year, what are…
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Should the Physical Newspaper be ended?
There is a lot of work and preparation that goes into preparing the physical newspaper for the students of Leesville, but is all the work worth it? It starts with The Mycenaean news writers…
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Unsung Heroes of Leesville Road High School
This year National Teacher Appreciation Week was held from May 5 to May 10. At Leesville Road High School, teachers were honored with cake, posters, and breakfast. Not all of the faculty here at…
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The Golden Years, Joshua Basset’s side of the story
Joshua Basset is best known as a musician and an actor but plans to release his first album on July 26. This past Friday, May 17, he dropped one of the first singles of…
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Who even cares about college baseball?
Every Memorial Day the NCAA runs a selection special for D1 college baseball. The teams in the selection special change from year to year, as the selection special shows what teams made it into…
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Are Extracurriculars worth it?
As the school year begins to wind down, Applications for next year’s extracurriculars are going out. Many students are struggling with the stress of ending the school year on a high note and sending…
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Mr. Broers Lingo
Many teachers connect with their students by using words and language that the students are more accustomed to, but no teacher takes it as far as Mr. Broer. Mr. Broer teaches freshman English along…
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Is Elmo Scary?
The widely popular show Sesame Street features a red puppet named Elmo. He introduced his audience to all his friends on the show, learning about numbers, letters, and simple life skills among many, but…
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Leesville’s Festival Concert — LRHS bands and orchestra take the stage
On the night of Friday, March 1, 2024, over 200 students and 2 conductors took to the stage and performed in the Festival concert. These students helped make up 4 bands that performed 12…
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Is Valentine’s Day Overrated
There are many stories about how Valentine’s Day came about, people twist and turn these stories to bring more life and magic to the holiday. Still, many people believe that this holiday is overrated.…
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Will there be a Winter Formal?
This past fall, the Leesville Executive Council put on our school’s first Homecoming dance in 6 years on October 13, 2023. Many students attended this non-formal event hoping to have a semi-formal winter dance,…
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Meet The Plastics
Mean Girls is a popular Broadway musical, this is one of many posters created for it. Shown are the characters Gretchen Weiners(left), Regina George(center), and Karen Smith(right). (photo courtesy of Creative Commons).
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The Pools remodel on Student Life (Satire)
The Murphy pool was built on the roof, but no one is allowed on the roof without an admin present. (Photo courtesy Daniela Plata)
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Loonies and their Effect on the Theme
The student section at Neon Out Thursday, October 19th, 2023. At the last home game of the regular season, as well as the class of 2024’s senior night. (Photo courtesy of Daniela Plata).
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Alice In Wonderland coming to LRHS auditorium Nov 16-Nov 18
Our school’s theater department puts on three shows a year: the fall play, the spring musical, as well as the theater ensemble show. This year, the fall play is Alice in Wonderland. The Theater…
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Calling all Swifties
Shown is the opening of the movie which begins in the same way the concert starts. This photo was taken at a local showing of the movie, many people were singing and dancing along.…
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The Effect of Hispanic Heritage Month
Gabby Cueto, a sophomore, stands in front of the Hispanic Heritage Month banner in the Spanish hallway. She is African American as well as Cuban. (Photo Courtesy Daniela Plata)
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Are AP classes worth it?
Maddie Shultz (left) and Bennett Ange (right) work in the collaborative space. They are a part of the AP government and politics class. (Photo courtesy of Daniela Plata)
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Bathroom shutdowns and the effect on students
Bathrooms all across Leesville are shut down just like this one. This bathroom is one that used to be available to students during their lunch period. (Photo courtesy of Daniela Plata)
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Starting the Year with Mr. Krumwiede
Mr. Krumwiede teaching his second-period chemistry class. They learn about measurements in preparation for a lab. (Photo courtesy of Daniela Plata)