by Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18 May 2, 2018

“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 film The Death of Stalin.

by Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18 April 30, 2018

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 that this election will be

by Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18 March 27, 2018

“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 having the best President’s Day

by Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18 March 14, 2018

Opioids by the Numbers

by Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18 February 16, 2018

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 Democrats and the Republicans, along

by Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18 February 16, 2018

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 service to the development of

by Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18 February 16, 2018

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 in downtown are just a

by Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18 November 1, 2017

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 New York Yankees to take

by Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18 October 18, 2017

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 roughly twenty seconds per year,

by Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18 September 6, 2017

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 conflict from ever occurring again.

by Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18 June 8, 2017

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% of Wake County residents were

by Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18 May 26, 2017

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 those embarking on that academic

by Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18 May 9, 2017

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, my message would be sent

by Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18 May 2, 2017

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 make a good, shady place

by Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18 April 6, 2017

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 with your own. Maybe you’d

by Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18 April 6, 2017

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 for democracy.” Four days later,

by Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18 March 21, 2017

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 look at your ACT score

by Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18 February 27, 2017

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 month later, we’ll take a

by Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18 February 3, 2017

Umstead State Park an Emerald in the RTP

by Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18 February 3, 2017

”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 year-old Krystle Campbell and 23

by Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18 February 3, 2017

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 solar cars. The Solar Car

by Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18 January 6, 2017

A Guide to Surviving Long Trips

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by Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18 December 13, 2016

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 close enough to the school

by Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18 November 21, 2016

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. Soon afterward, Trump gave his

by Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18 November 21, 2016

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 thankful and grateful for, and

by Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18 November 8, 2016

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. Other Democrats spoke at the

by Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18 October 31, 2016

Mycenaean Poll Reveals Leesville’s Favorite Candy

by Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18 October 20, 2016

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 from the storm also flooded

by Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18 October 19, 2016

Why You Should Consider WNC for Your Next Weekend Getaway

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by Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18 October 7, 2016

iOS 10 Review

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by Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18 September 20, 2016

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 at Leesville, he taught History

by Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18 May 25, 2016

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 their events in North Carolina

by Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18 March 18, 2016

Details on the North Carolina primary

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by Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18 November 23, 2015

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 across the Atlantic Ocean, during