Author: Sami Mcgaughey, Website Editor
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Best Halloween Candy for LRHS students
Halloween is a favorite holiday for many people. They dress up in weird costumes they normally wouldn’t, go through haunted houses, and most importantly eat a pile of candy. If someone went up to…
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Panic Point
Panic Point has been in North Carolina for 13 years now. It has been the number one horror attraction in North Carolina for a decade. Panic Point gained popularity by being a seasonal event,…
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How Stressed are Seniors for College Application
Based on a poll from the LRHS News Instagram, 68% of 749 students who responded say that they believe college is stressful. They gave a few reasons why: deadlines, making new friends, waiting for…
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The Most Popular Children’s Book Series of Gen Z
There are many book series that were important to Gen Z as kids — Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, Dairies of a Wimpy Kid, Dork Diaries, Warrior Cats, and more. All of the book series…
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Rustin In the Rain: Tyler Childers
Tyler Childers, who is known for his storytelling and genuine lyrics, is back with his most awaited album Rustin In the Rain. The album takes you on a heartfelt journey through the heart of…
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Zach Bryan’s new album
Zach Bryan became popular in 2020 when he released “Something in the Orange.” After that hit single, he released “American Heartbreak” and in the first week of its debut hit #5 on the US…
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Teacher Spotlight: Mr. Moran
Mr. Moran has been teaching for 17 years. He has worked at 4 schools and is now moving on to his fifth. (Photo Courtesy Samantha McGaughey)
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The worst movie-book adaptations
When books are being turned into movies it can be hard to get every aspect of the book right. Due to that fact, there are several movies that book fans have not only been…
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Super Mario Bros Movie Review
In The Super Mario Bros Movie, Mario and Luigi live in New York City working as plumbers. Mario is determined to prove that they will be able to make it as professionals. After finding…
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Melanie Martinez: PORTALS Deep Dive
Melanie Martinez released her first album in 2015 Cry Baby reached 6th on Billboard during its first week and sold 41,000 units. The album consists of songs that have sexual, descriptive, and dramatic content.…
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Things to do in class when you are bored
Sometimes class can be boring. Maybe the lecture is going on for too long, or it’s personalization and you’ve already done all of your work that has been assigned. With or without a computer…
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Prom 2023
Prom will be on March 17, 2023 with the theme of Hollywood Nights. There are many mixed feelings among upperclassmen due to prom being so early. “It’s just weird it’s so early. Normally it…
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How to make friends in new classes
With a new semester comes new classes, and with new classes comes a new set of classmates. Some you know, and some you don’t. If you find yourself sitting next to someone you’ve never…
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Best Energy Drinks
Researchers estimate that different companies manufacture hundreds of different energy drinks each year. “There are 116 Energy Drink Production businesses in the US as of 2023”, but only a few are able to remain…
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Stanley Cups: Are They Worth It?
At the beginning of October, the Stanley water bottle cup blew up on TikTok. In the beginning, they were only being sold at, Dicks Sporting Goods and their own website. Once the TikTok community…
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Why Reread Books?
When someone reads a book, it can give them a way to escape from reality, and they can become part of the story as they turn the pages of the novel. I think it’s…
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That 90s Show review
That 90s Show is a spin-off of the world-renowned show That 70s Show. It features the daughter of Eric and Donna Forman, Leia Forman, as well as Jay Kelso, who is the son of…
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Challenges of Sports Outside of School
It can be extremely difficult to be a part of a sport that isn’t associated with your school. Students who participate in extracurricular sports outside of school are often forced to drive long distances…
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Siblings: The pros and cons
Since I was born, there have been many people in my life, but few have had an impact on me as much as my sister. She truly understands my school, home, personal, and many…
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New Students from around the world
Most students at Leesville have at one time in their lives moved homes, states, or schools. While that may seem like a lot, imagine moving to a new country. Veronika Kuliba, a junior, at…
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Student’s reaction to Mr. Solomon’s nomination
Every year, one principal in the Wake County area receives the opportunity to be the Principal of The Year. Unsurprisingly, Mr. Solomon, Leesville Road High School principal, is now a finalist for the award. …
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Reckless driving results in numerous crashes
During the summer, several juniors at Leesville Road High School gained driver’s licenses. Unfortunately, with newfound freedom, many have become reckless, as several crashes have happened in a matter of six days. Most crashes…
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New engineering club at Leesville
Leesville Road High School has gained a new Engineering club run by Maddie Morita and Sannaa Blila; the Club will involve doing different activities and going to various software companies. Last school year, Maddie…