“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 my initial viewing, I’ve come to enjoy Armando Iannucci’s new…
Articles by Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18
Go vote!
Primary season fast approaches, with seats ranging from Wake County commissioner to US House member up for grabs. With the current political climate, many believe…
“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. The movie smashed records, blowing away Marvel’s own Deadpool for…
Opioids by the Numbers
“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 the movie, and most of them were fairly unforgiving. But…
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. The speech was filled with promises of compromise between the…
Downtown Raleigh Renaissance
In my article “The Changing Faces of Leesville and Raleigh,” I focused on the absurd pace of development in Raleigh’s outskirts and paid some lip…
The Changing Faces of Leesville and Raleigh
Like it or not, Leesville and Raleigh are changing. New construction projects such as the Publix on Leesville and a number of new high rises…
Best movies of 1993-94
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It’s World Series Time
After a long postseason, the Houston Astros and Los Angeles Dodgers face off in the 113 World Series. The Astros managed to beat out the…
Things to do this Fall in Raleigh
As the leaves begin to turn, and the temperature begins to drop, Raleigh enters the season of fall. Although Raleigh only experiences fall weather for…
Why History is Important
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 the United Nations in order to prevent such a devastating…
International Markets in Wake County
With a population of roughly one million, Wake County would understandably have a sizable international presence. According to the US Census Bureau, 12.9%…
5 Tips for College Visits
This summer, many juniors will be visiting colleges across the US, trying to find out which one fits them best. Here are some tips for…
A Guide to Learning Another Language
Right now, if I felt like it, I could send a text to someone in Argentina, and ask them how their day is. Within milliseconds,…
The Importance of Trees
Trees are important. Very important. Not only do they provide homes for a plethora of wildlife, lumber for the construction of homes and businesses, and…
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 the values of the federal government are not in line…
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, telling those assembled that “the world must be made safe…
So You’ve Taken the ACT, Now What?
On February 28, juniors at Leesville and other high schools across North Carolina took the ACT. Along with SAT scores, GPA and extracurriculars, most colleges…
President Donald Trump’s First Month on the Job
Following a highly contested election on November 9, 2016, Donald Trump was inaugurated as President of the United States on January 20, 2017. Now, one…
Rings Falls Short of its Predecessor
When The Ring came out in 2002, it was a hit, earning $249.3 million in the box office.. The Ring Two, which came out…
Umstead State Park an Emerald in the RTP
”Patriots Day” Personifies the Boston Marathon Attacks
On April 15, 2013, two bombs exploded at the annual marathon held in Boston, Massachusetts. The explosions killed three people: 8 year-old Martin Richards, 29…
Leesville Students Participate in Solar Car Contest
Several students at Leesville Road High School are participating in the Solar Car Challenge, which allows teams of students to build and race their own…
A Guide to Surviving Long Trips
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Survey Reveals Leesville’s Favorite Burger
Leesville Road High School is blessed with a high number of quality burger joints surrounding it. Five Guys, Char-Grill, Cookout and other restaurants have locations…
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 Trump to concede the race for the presidency to him….
Thanksgiving Has a Purpose
Thanksgiving has been a tradition in America since the age of the pilgrims. It is a time for everyone to reflect on what they are…
President Obama Visits Chapel Hill
On November 2, President Barack Obama visited the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to drum up support for Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton….
Mycenaean Poll Reveals Leesville’s Favorite Candy
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 destroyed countless homes, trees, power lines, and cars. The rainfall…
Why You Should Consider WNC for Your Next Weekend Getaway
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iOS 10 Review
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Season Two of Narcos Packs a Hard Punch
The Colombia of 1992 was a very different Colombia than the one we see today. Colombian cities made up nineteen out of the top twenty-five…
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 summer. Before teaching Honors American History II and Honors Psychology…
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]
Warday: A Traveller’s Guide to Post-Nuclear America
Imagine you are walking through downtown Raleigh. It is a calm fall day. The birds are chirping, the leaves are beginning to become brittle and…
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 is just a short list of performers that have cancelled…
A History of Women on Currency
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Jungle Book Review
When I was little, one of the first movies I ever watched was Disney’s The Jungle Book. It was one of my favorite movies to…
How well do you know Raleigh?
Details on the North Carolina primary
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Learn about the best parks near Leesville
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 you, and your blood boils as you realize you might…
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 English classes. Savit, both an actor and a writer, spoke…
What do Leesville Students Like to do on Snow Days?
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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 kind of cold that makes your teeth hurt every…
The Most Influential People/Groups of 2015
Influential People/Groups of 2015 by Michael Beauregard on Exposure
The History of Thanksgiving
Following years of persecution and hate in Holland and England, a group of 102 people left Europe in search of freedom. Following a months-long journey…