Maddie Bimonte, senior staff writer, Author at The Mycenaean

by Maddie Bimonte, senior staff writer January 10, 2020

2019 in Music

In 2019 I started a project — I wanted to see how my music taste shifted every month and what I found or rediscovered. I’d like to think that I

by Maddie Bimonte, senior staff writer January 6, 2020

How adulting classes are reshaping the young Americans

High schools and colleges across America teach teenagers and young adults about writing, science and math. However, these students lack one important skill: how to be an adult. They lack

by Maddie Bimonte, senior staff writer December 4, 2019

Winter is the best: here’s why

Winter offers so much from holidays to activities and even my birthday. Winter often gets a bad rep for “winter blues” but that simply isn’t true. (Photo used with permission

by Maddie Bimonte, senior staff writer November 18, 2019

Is the State Fair worth the price?

For the past six years, I’ve gone to the North Carolina State fair with my friends. I always get excited to walk around and go on all the rides. In

by Maddie Bimonte, senior staff writer October 25, 2019

What revisiting kindergarten taught me

As I walked through the hallways of Brier Creek Elementary School, everything seemed the same. For one, the school did not seem that much smaller, since I only grew maybe

by Maddie Bimonte, senior staff writer September 29, 2019

Daniel Jones stuns doubters

Daniel Jones, the rookie quarterback for the New York Giants, stunned haters and doubters across the internet after his debut against the Buccaneers on September 22nd. Jones showed promise in

by Maddie Bimonte, senior staff writer September 20, 2019

Did the MLB implement “juiced baseballs” this season?

Arguably one of the best aspects of baseball comes from home runs. For many baseball fans, it is a once in a lifetime experience to catch a ball. However, this

by Maddie Bimonte, senior staff writer September 20, 2019

Cycling class: is it worth the money?

Recently, I decided to try out one of the new popular trends among teenagers; cycling. Cycling classes gained a following from social media stars who go to SoulCycle, a trendy

by Maddie Bimonte, senior staff writer September 20, 2019

Teenage addiction reaches dangerous high

Across the nation, addiction is plaguing teenagers in the form of nicotine and caffeinated drinks. From the popular trend of vaping, to energy brands such as Red Bull and Bang,

by Maddie Bimonte, senior staff writer June 3, 2019

Are Disney’s remakes worth it?

Over the past few years, Disney is reinventing their old classic movies from Cinderella to the Lion King into live action movies. Using better technology and CGI, the movies go

by Maddie Bimonte, senior staff writer April 29, 2019

Netflix continues to increase prices

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by Maddie Bimonte, senior staff writer April 26, 2019

New retail in the Leesville community

The Leesville community is constantly developing from grocery stores to new restaurant chains. Leesville Marketplace and Leesville Towne Centre are two hotspots for students to shop and eat and with

by Maddie Bimonte, senior staff writer April 26, 2019

ACT vs SAT

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by Maddie Bimonte, senior staff writer April 2, 2019

March Madness bracket season begins

March Madness brings the best of college basketball together, all vying for a national championship ring. Perhaps one of the most popular aspects of the college basketball tournament is bracket

by Maddie Bimonte, senior staff writer March 28, 2019

Is going “viral” still possible?

Virality is now splintered across age groups and generations, with younger generations and millennials viewing videos that their parents have never heard of. Youtube is one of the outlets for

by Maddie Bimonte, senior staff writer March 25, 2019

Is fast fashion worth the price?

All over social media, images of celebrities in the latest Gucci or Louis Vuitton are posted to millions of teenage fans. The fueled obsession with fame influences teens and younger

by Maddie Bimonte, senior staff writer February 22, 2019

Is The Masked Singer a new kind of talent competition?

Over the past five years, more and more Americans each year are tuning into reality tv shows. Out of the reality tv genre, competition based series have dominated the field

by Maddie Bimonte, senior staff writer February 20, 2019

How bad was the Super Bowl LIII halftime show?

Each year, the Super Bowl halftime show brings together music’s most talented and popular artists to perform a set in front of not only the fans at the stadium, but

by Maddie Bimonte, senior staff writer February 6, 2019

A cheap alternative to airpods

Across the world, Airpods are popping up everywhere becoming a staple in listening to music. Unfortunately, the hefty price tag may make it impossible for many to purchase, but there

by Maddie Bimonte, senior staff writer January 4, 2019

Is It Time For New Netflix shows?

Netflix is one of the premiere websites for watching old television shows that have maintained a cult following throughout the early 2000’s and 90’s. Over the past couple years, many

by Maddie Bimonte, senior staff writer November 16, 2018

Travis Scott’s ASTROWORLD Tour Comes To Raleigh

Travis Scott commenced his first stadium arena tour across the US on November 8. The highly anticipated artist came to Raleigh for the second show of the tour. I was

by Maddie Bimonte, senior staff writer November 16, 2018

Apple Music or Spotify?

Streaming music is not a new concept and is easily accessible via smartphones, laptops and any other device. With the increasing number of options to stream, the two large streaming

by Maddie Bimonte, senior staff writer November 7, 2018

Ray Swims to the Junior National Team

Leesville is home to a handful of athletes who compete on a national level with the best of the best. One of those athletes is Amanda Ray, a junior, who

by Maddie Bimonte, senior staff writer October 29, 2018

Halloween Traditions for Teenagers

Trick-or-Treating is arguably one of the most important traditions on Halloween. However, as kids become teenagers, many teens lose interest in going out for candy on Halloween night. Teenagers then

by Maddie Bimonte, senior staff writer October 26, 2018

The Importance of Learning a Second Language

Schools across the United States offer language electives where students can learn a second language of their choice. While students enroll in these electives, the majority drop out after the

by Maddie Bimonte, senior staff writer October 15, 2018

UNCW Students Launch We Wilm Rebuild

As Hurricane Florence fizzles out, devastation to cities throughout North Carolina continues to pile up, requiring many students enrolled in eastern North Carolina colleges to remain with family and friends.

by Maddie Bimonte, senior staff writer September 26, 2018

Does Working During the School Year Affect Student Performance?

Being a high schooler has become relatively more expensive, as upperclassmen gain the privilege to eat off campus during lunch and have their own car. With that privilege, it tempts

by Maddie Bimonte, senior staff writer September 11, 2018

Last Weekend of Summer

The reward after the first week of school for students comes in the form of Labor Day weekend. It is often considered the last weekend of summer and for many,

by Maddie Bimonte, senior staff writer September 6, 2018

New Marine Ecology Class

Leesville Road High Students have many options when choosing which classes they would like to enroll in. This year, students are now open to take Marine Ecology. Ms. Harper, an

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2019 in Music

How adulting classes are reshaping the young Americans

Winter is the best: here’s why

Is the State Fair worth the price?

What revisiting kindergarten taught me

Daniel Jones stuns doubters

Did the MLB implement “juiced baseballs” this season?

Cycling class: is it worth the money?

Teenage addiction reaches dangerous high

Are Disney’s remakes worth it?

Netflix continues to increase prices

New retail in the Leesville community

ACT vs SAT

March Madness bracket season begins

Is going “viral” still possible?

Is fast fashion worth the price?

Is The Masked Singer a new kind of talent competition?

How bad was the Super Bowl LIII halftime show?

A cheap alternative to airpods

Is It Time For New Netflix shows?

Travis Scott’s ASTROWORLD Tour Comes To Raleigh

Apple Music or Spotify?

Ray Swims to the Junior National Team

Halloween Traditions for Teenagers

The Importance of Learning a Second Language

UNCW Students Launch We Wilm Rebuild

Does Working During the School Year Affect Student Performance?

Last Weekend of Summer

New Marine Ecology Class

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