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On Tuesday, February 23, Political Club met for the first time in the second semester. During their meeting, the group discussed both the economic and vaccine-related sides of Biden’s Covid-19
(Photo Courtesy of Gretchen Stern) People often hear the saying, “a cat has 9 lives.” This refers to the fact they are usually very agile and noted for their longevity.
These days many people just send texts or emails in order to send messages to others. However, writing letters and cards is still an option, which sometimes may be a
Dominating the music industry since the 80s, alternative rock is here to stay. The ever-changing and refreshing take on classic rock and roll music brings a newfound perspective to music
With students returning to the Leesville Road High School building on February 15, it is imperative that all people entering the building are aware of the guidelines they must follow.
With the world overtaken by COVID-19, people are itching for some safety and freedom. The vaccine is a beacon of hope for many; it’s a step closer to reducing the
Before COVID, the second semester of the school year marked a fresh start in classes, people, and experiences. Now, with the absence of the face-to-face interaction and the continuation of
In the mid to late 20th century, many people associated classic rock with rebellion. Today, the style of rock and roll inspires many and is prevalent in mainstream music. (Photo
The NC Chinese Lantern festival pop ups are within walking distance of each other around Downtown Cary. You can take in the artistry of the lights all while admiring the
This holiday season, people are struggling to find events to attend and activities to do safely. Here are a few fun and family-friendly activities you can do this year. (Photo
Thanksgiving is a holiday centered around giving back and sharing your gratitude with others. Many families come together to bond, share a meal, and remind each other how grateful they
The evil eye is most commonly found on jewelry and home decor. The person who owns an evil eye can use it as a protection.(Photo from Photos for Class) Many
Even in the midst of a pandemic, the party never stops. It’s more important now than ever to throw the best party. (Photo from Photos for Class) In the middle
The pro-life vs. pro-choice debate revolves around the idea of whether abortions should be legal or not. Although abortions are currently legal, there is the potential for change in the
Goodwill is one of the most popular thrift stores in the United States. You can donate your items and shop around through other donations at every location. (Photo Courtesy of
With the upcoming election, being politically active is more important than ever. Even though COVID-19 is preventing many common events leading up to election from happening, there is still a
The Neighbourhood is an alternative rock band that has been creating music since before their first EP release in 2012. They leave their identity behind to take the form of
Divine Llama Vineyards offers a unique experience to people of all ages. Adults can drink wine and bring along their children to enjoy the animals all together. (Photo Courtesy of
Students at Leesville come from all different backgrounds and cultures, but there is one thing every student has in common–they all listen to music. Music allows students to disconnect from
Reusable bags and recycling are just two of the many ways you can reduce your waste production. The first step to lowering your waste production is being aware of what
There are many different ways for one to become in touch with their spirituality and use it to improve their daily life. Having a positive relationship between the body, mind,
On August 21, Netflix released the long awaited, originally final, season of Lucifer. After waiting for over a year for a new season, fans are ecstatic at the release of
While most of us are staying at home, it makes it hard for progress to be made in improving the environment. People are producing large amounts of waste and using
Ozone–the combination of three oxygen molecules–can be found in the troposphere as a protective layer in our atmosphere. Ozone keeps harmful UV rays from the sun from reaching us and
Most of us have been social distancing or in “quarantine” for a little over a month. The media has provided no comfort as to when we will be able to
Since the widespread “Stay Home” orders, many have spent the majority of their days online. Separated from their norm of creating and performing music, many artists took to social media
Many students use social media apps in their day to day life. Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat are some of the most popular apps among Leesville students. (Photo Courtesy of Lyric
Laid out in a target shape, Clemson University has all of its on-campus buildings preceding each other in rings. Somewhere in the middle, the tour begins at the visitor center.
With students moving into the new semester, productivity is key. Staying focused and clear on goals is essential to move smoothly through the semester. (Photo courtesy of Lyric Chassin) Every
As the time to sign up for classes approaches, students question what their ideal schedule would be. Leesville offers many different levels and subjects, but the workload students are able
Everyday, teenagers look at their phones, televisions, and other screens. The constant pressure placed on the eyes is leading to overall worsening vision, and it’s starting at very young ages.
Upon the release of a new album, it isn’t uncommon for an artist or band to go on tour. This can increase profits, gain attention, and support fans of the
The word thrift is the quality of using money and other resources carefully and not wastefully. Thrift stores are places where people can donate previously owned items to be repurchased
The Black Keys–an alternative rock band that has been popular throughout the 2000’s–released their latest studio album this past summer. The album titled Let’s Rock, features 12 new songs with
On November 2, my family and I went to the Family Weekend football game at UNC Charlotte–the college my older brother attends. With this being my first college football experience,
As companies have begun to make the transition from producing their items unethically to being more sustainable, it has become important to many consumers to only support companies that are
There is more caution surrounding production and purchasing since the media is shedding more light on the environmental impacts of fast fashion in recent years. The education enables people to
Every year PNC hosts the Wide Open Bluegrass festival in downtown Raleigh. The 2019’s festival took place on September 27-28. With the festival being the largest free urban bluegrass festival
Many high school students use piercings as a semi-permanent way to express themselves. Ear, nose, and many other piercings are one of the many ways students use accessories to express
The outfits high schoolers wear everyday go through a long process in order to reach their hands. From a strand of polyester, to a piece of fabric in a factory
This 2019-2020 school year is Mr. Ian Solomon’s first full year as Leesville Road High School’s principal. His transition into being a full-term principal has brought new changes to the
In the ever changing fashion world, brands try to keep up with the latest trends. The design, create, and release process is a never ending cycle—enabling clothing brands to
A recent feud between two Youtube stars–James Charles and Tati Westbrook–has overtaken the internet. On May 10, Westbrook released a video titled “BYE SISTER…” with the intention to call out
On April 30, a student at UNC Charlotte shot several people in a campus classroom. The shooting left two people dead and four injured. This scenario has sparked fear in
During high school, students face many stages of growth and development that help shape them into adults. As they go through their life as a young adult, they develop tactics
