“The Death of Stalin:” An Effective and Hilarious Satire
I’ve always enjoyed dark comedy, and I always will. While I didn’t appreciate it after...
“Who Killed Captain Alex”: A Real African Action Movie
Marvel’s Black Panther is being trumpeted as one of the best films of all time....
Opioids by the Numbers
Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18
“15:17 to Paris” is a buddy travel movie disguised as an action movie
Before I saw Clint Eastwood’s new film 15:17 to Paris, I had read reviews of...
Analysis of President Trump’s First State of the Union
On Tuesday, January 30, President Donald Trump gave his first State of the Union address....
Downtown Raleigh Renaissance
In my article “The Changing Faces of Leesville and Raleigh,” I focused on the absurd...
The Changing Faces of Leesville and Raleigh
Like it or not, Leesville and Raleigh are changing. New construction projects such as the...
Best movies of 1993-94
[View the story “Best Movies of 1993-94” on Storify] Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18
It’s World Series Time
After a long postseason, the Houston Astros and Los Angeles Dodgers face off in the...
Things to do this Fall in Raleigh
As the leaves begin to turn, and the temperature begins to drop, Raleigh enters the...
Why History is Important
Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18
Leesville’s Model UN Offers Valuable Skills to Prospective Members
In the wake of the Second World War, the countries of the world set up...
International Markets in Wake County
With a population of roughly one million, Wake County would understandably have a...
5 Tips for College Visits
This summer, many juniors will be visiting colleges across the US, trying to find out...
A Guide to Learning Another Language
Right now, if I felt like it, I could send a text to someone in...
The Importance of Trees
Trees are important. Very important. Not only do they provide homes for a plethora of...
So you want to start your own country…now what?
Maybe you’re weary of the direction the United States is headed. Maybe you feel that...
North Carolina Museum of History honors WWI centennial with new exhibit and festival
On April 2, 1917, President Woodrow Wilson formally asked Congress to declare war against Germany,...
So You’ve Taken the ACT, Now What?
On February 28, juniors at Leesville and other high schools across North Carolina took the...
President Donald Trump’s First Month on the Job
Following a highly contested election on November 9, 2016, Donald Trump was inaugurated as President...
Rings Falls Short of its Predecessor
When The Ring came out in 2002, it was a hit, earning $249.3 million...
Umstead State Park an Emerald in the RTP
Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18
”Patriots Day” Personifies the Boston Marathon Attacks
On April 15, 2013, two bombs exploded at the annual marathon held in Boston, Massachusetts....
Leesville Students Participate in Solar Car Contest
Several students at Leesville Road High School are participating in the Solar Car Challenge, which...
A Guide to Surviving Long Trips
[View the story “A Guide for Surviving Long Trips” on Storify] Michael Beauregard, senior editor...
Survey Reveals Leesville’s Favorite Burger
Leesville Road High School is blessed with a high number of quality burger joints surrounding...
Why the President Won’t (and Can’t) End America
In the early hours of November 9, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton called Donald...
Thanksgiving Has a Purpose
Thanksgiving has been a tradition in America since the age of the pilgrims. It is...
President Obama Visits Chapel Hill
On November 2, President Barack Obama visited the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill...
Mycenaean Poll Reveals Leesville’s Favorite Candy
Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18
Hurricane Matthew Brings Death and Devastation to North Carolina
As of October 19, Hurricane Matthew has cost the lives of twenty-five North Carolinians, and...
Why You Should Consider WNC for Your Next Weekend Getaway
[View the story “Why You Should Consider Western North Carolina for Your Next Weekend Getaway”...
iOS 10 Review
[View the story “Review of iOS 10 ” on Storify] Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18
Season Two of Narcos Packs a Hard Punch
The Colombia of 1992 was a very different Colombia than the one we see today....
Wade, Newest History Teacher at LRHS, is Living His Dream
Cornelius Wade is one of the newest teachers here, having just arrived in Raleigh this...
Why You Should Travel by Train This Summer, And Some Advice for Those Who Do
https://storify.com/TheMikenaean/why-you-should-consider-travelling-by-train-this-s-57443b407ac4a1f36458a9d2#publicize [View the story “Why You Should Travel by Train This Summer” on Storify] Michael...
Warday: A Traveller’s Guide to Post-Nuclear America
Imagine you are walking through downtown Raleigh. It is a calm fall day. The birds...
Why are performers not coming to North Carolina? Answer: House Bill 2
Bruce Springsteen. Pearl Jam. Cirque du Soleil. Ringo Starr. Boston. Demi Lavato. Nick Jonas. This...
A History of Women on Currency
[View the story “Women on Currency” on Storify] Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18
Jungle Book Review
When I was little, one of the first movies I ever watched was Disney’s The...
How well do you know Raleigh?
Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18
Details on the North Carolina primary
[View the story “Details on the North Carolina Primary” on Storify] Michael Beauregard, senior editor...
Learn about the best parks near Leesville
Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18
Map of the Dead might be just the app for you
It’s dark, and you’re running fast. You hear the sounds of gurgling and screeching behind...
Savit visits Leesville for his recent book, Anna and the Swallow Man
On February 10, author Gavriel Savit visited Leesville Road High School and spoke to several...
What do Leesville Students Like to do on Snow Days?
[View the story “What do Leesville Students do on Snow Days?” on Storify] Michael Beauregard,...
The Finest Hours is a fine use of two hours
On February 18, 1952, it was frigid in the town of Chatham, Massachusetts. It was...
The Most Influential People/Groups of 2015
Influential People/Groups of 2015 by Michael Beauregard on Exposure Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18
The History of Thanksgiving
Following years of persecution and hate in Holland and England, a group of 102 people...