Author: Lindsay Baker, senior editor 2015-16
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Keanu isn’t as funny as Key and Peele
A cute kitten plus the comedic genius of Key and Peele seems like a combination for cinematic success. Unfortunately, Keanu was only somewhat funny. The film, after months of funny trailers and promos, finally…
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Lemonade Review
After dropping the self-titled album Beyonce in December of 2013 without any warning, many imagined it would be difficult for Beyonce to surprise fans in the same way. They were proven wrong on Saturday,…
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10 Questions: How well do you know Leesville?
Lindsay Baker, senior editor 2015-16
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Clubs at Leesville
One of the greatest things about attending Leesville Road High School is the wide variety of clubs students can join. Everyone has heard of Leesville’s more prestigious clubs, like National Honors Society, but not…
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For Ms. Engdahl, it’s all about the students
In classes such as AP World History and AP Psychology, Ms .Michelle Engdahl is known for keeping things student-centered in both the curriculum and the student-teacher relationships that formulate during the year. Despite her…
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Why high school kids should follow Tasty
It’s not surprising that as of 2011, 28% of Americans don’t know how to cook their own meals. The Huffington Post cites that half of those who can’t cook have someone in their family…
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Zayn Malik’s solo career is official with “PILLOWTALK”
One Direction fans (aka “Directioners”) faced serious heartbreak last year after Zayn Malik, 22 at the time, announced his departure from the group. That heartbreak has since been mended with the recent launch of…
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Just Not Sorry makes emails more unapologetic
Powered by Cincopa Video Cloud for Business solution.How to install Just Not SorryA step-by-step screenshot tutorial. Step 1Launch Google Chrome and make your way to google.com.originaldate 1/1/0001 6:00:00 AMwidth 1440height 900Step 2Search for…
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Justin Bieber’s life and career
Lindsay Baker, senior editor 2015-16
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Horoscopes
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Why random acts of kindness are important
In the ancient religions of Buddhism and Hinduism, the term “karma” refers to the sum of actions in a person’s past and present existences; actions that determine fate. In western culture, karma follows a…
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“Sorry” and what Bieber fans can expect from Purpose
In February, it was “Where Are Ü Now”. Last month, it was “What Do You Mean?” This week, it’s “Sorry”. Justin Bieber continues to dominate the 2015 music scene with songs that exemplify his…
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The Mystery Behind Adult Coloring Books
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Cheating consequences need uniformity
Over the years, society has given cheating a variety of definitions — definitions typically swayed by age, experience or occupation. For example, a student may view cheating as blatantly copying someone’s test answers, whereas…
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Ariana Grande delivers electric performance at PNC Arena
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What do you mean Justin Bieber made a comeback?
2015 has been a promising year for Justin Bieber. In addition to making various television appearances to clean up his soiled 2013/2014 reputation (look at his roast on Comedy Central, for example), Bieber released…
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Dolls with disabilities could change everything
Mattel’s Barbie dolls are about as controversial as toys can get. Some of the harshest critics claim that Barbie’s inaccurate and unattainable proportions negatively affect girls. Beyond the undeniable fact that Barbie’s proportions are…
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Unfriended uses social media in a new way
The evolution of social media has impacted more than just how people connect with each other. It’s also crawled its way into major motion pictures and television, drastically changing the way these stories are…
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A new way to tour colleges
For some, college visits are exciting; they indicate the end of high school and the beginning of independence. For others, after thinking about the time spent traveling and touring, the process may seem more…
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Planet Fitness is the friendliest fitness center
As summer quickly approaches, students are working hard to get in shape for those long weekends at the beach. Due to its easy accessibility, Fitness 19 is usually the go-to fitness center for Leesville…
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It starts with two words
If you could give advice to a younger version of yourself, what would you say? A recent YouTube campaign explores this question, specifically targeting young girls. This Youtube campaign entitled “#DearMe” became popularized with…
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My NACAC College Fair experience
On Tuesday, March 10, the National Association for College Admission Counseling held their annual Greater Raleigh National College Fair at the convention center downtown. I was lucky enough to be one of the 4,500…
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The pros and cons of student feedback
In understanding a student’s true potential, educators only scratch the surface through standardized testing. It’s somewhat understandable why students are graded in this fashion, but how should teachers be graded? While the method of…
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Musical styles converge in “FourFiveSeconds”
Collaborations between modern artists and musical “legends” always seem to produce some of the most interesting compositions. For example, take “FourFiveSeconds” by Rihanna ft. Kanye West and Paul McCartney. The artistry of each singer…
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Be My Eyes gives sight to the blind
A new iPhone app aimed at assisting the blind through video chat proves that modern technology has no limits. It’s innovative, but how efficient is it in reality? Be My Eyes was originally developed…
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Putting an end to domestic violence
The unfortunate subject of domestic abuse hardly ever receives the attention it deserves. Much of this is because domestic abuse (or any type of abuse, for that matter) is difficult to discuss, even for…
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Into the Woods has something for everyone
Movie, for example. It was only fitting that Into the Woods end the year with one last well-orchestrated bang. Into the Woods, based on the Stephen Sondheim musical of the same name, follows a…
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Sam Smith makes Christmas sad
Christmas-time and sorrowful feelings almost never go hand in hand. It’s supposed to be a joyful occasion, but Sam Smith’s rendition of “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” makes a person think otherwise. Sam…
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Are high school relationships important?
Whether we like it or not, high school is an experience that shapes almost every aspect of our lives. This raises questions about the importance of certain “sub-experiences” in high school. One of the…
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A petition for change
After becoming upset with a new decision made by the North Carolina State Board of Education, Parker Renberg, a Leesville freshman, decided it was time to stand up for what he believed in. For…
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Another child star resurfaces
2013 and 2014 have held a notable reputation for reintroducing Disney child stars to their former relevance. Last year, it was Miley Cyrus with “We Can’t Stop,” and now it’s Nick Jonas with “Jealous.”…
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Advice for student drivers
As a teenager, life is hard enough as it is — balancing grades, relationships and free time takes a lot of extra effort. In managing these things, we forget about the importance of remaining…
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What’s so great about streaming music?
Whether we listen to it while we do our homework or to help us fall asleep at night, music is undoubtedly a very prominent part of our daily lives. The only downside to this…
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American Horror Story returns with “Freak Show”
A murder house, an insane asylum, a boarding school of witches and now, a circus of freaks. “American Horror Story” is back and better than ever. After a highly successful season last year, FX…
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Things to do in fall
With fall right around the corner, people of all ages look forward to the season’s traditions. Here are a few local venues and activities to help fill up your fall calendar: The State Farmer’s…
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The healthy side of fandoms
Whether it’s because they idolize a celebrity, band or book series, fandoms are slowly taking the world by storm. Yes, the dedicated individuals in said fandoms are often labeled as “obsessive”, but participation and…
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What taking a break from social media taught me
After watching viral videos like “Look Up” time and time again, I finally decided to step up to the challenge — how long could I go without social media? I was eager to see…
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Vacancy in Paradise: Coming to an auditorium near you
The Leesville Road High School theater department has big plans underway for the 2014-2015 school year. To get the year started, the department plans on running a production of Vacancy in Paradise: A Comedy…
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Misogyny and misandry in the media
On May 23, seven victims were found dead as the result of a mass murder in California. The tragedy came as a great shock to the families involved as well as the rest of…
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The controversy over book-to-movie films
For decades, literature has been the inspiration behind some of the greatest films in movie history. Bringing popular books to the big screen has been especially evident in the last two or three years…
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The importance of working teens
With summer only a few weeks away, many high school students are starting to apply for summer jobs. Unfortunately, the number of applicants isn’t as high as one might think. In 2002, The Bureau…
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Oculus brings a new twist to horror movies
On April 11, 2014, the arrival of Oculus to theaters delighted horror movie fans across the world. The movie earned $12 million its opening weekend, in addition to generally positive reception from viewers. The…
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Second semester brings new English teachers
Since the departure of some of Leesville’s English teachers this year, the school has welcomed two replacements into the department. New this semester are Kyle Goodson and Andrew Brennan. Mr. Goodson, who joined the…
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A teen’s response to “What You Learn in Your 40’s”
In the article, “What You Learn in Your 40’s,” Pamela Druckerman shares a few life lessons and gives wise tips to her younger audience, all based on her own experiences as an adult. After…
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The rise of introverted leaders
The social clash between introverts and extroverts has always been present in society. This is mainly because introverts tend to rely on solitude and silence, while extraverts gear more towards social interaction and the…
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Rain: a Tribute to The Beatles
On Sunday, March 16, Rain, a Broadway-produced cover band for The Beatles, visited the Meymandi Concert Hall in downtown Raleigh. Rain is not your typical cover band though. In a quote from a review…
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Student teacher spotlight: Ms. Harris
For Ms. Harris, one of Leesville’s many student teachers, the decision to pursue a career in education was obvious. “My mom’s a teacher, everybody else in my family’s a teacher, and I’ve always been…
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Failure leads to success
Each day, people all around the world are faced with failure. When failure falls upon us, it tends to influence the way we think and the things we do dramatically. Whether the influence is…
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Pharrell Williams drops G I R L
After a wildly successful 2013 year, Pharrell Williams has made yet another musical debut. The Grammy award winning artist released his new album G I R L on March 3. G I R L…
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The Lego Movie shocks viewers of all ages
To the surprise of many, The Lego Movie took over the box office its opening weekend, February 7 through February 9. The movie earned a whopping $69,050,279 as well as the applause from moviegoers…