Author: Viviana Straniero, video editor, 2021-23
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The 2023 Senior Mural
Viviana Straniero, video editor, 2021-23Hey! I’m Viv. I am president of the club Pride Players, as well as a member of NHS, FCA, and SNAC Club. I also play on the Varsity Softball team.…
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Leesville Men’s Lacrosse
This is the 2022 Men’s Varsity lacrosse team. The team finished their season at the beginning of May with an impressive record of 12-5. Clips are from the home game against Broughton. Viviana Straniero,…
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Leesville Carnival 2022
Leesville hosted its first-ever spring carnival. This new event was celebrated with food, games, music, and even a round of staff musical chairs. Viviana Straniero, video editor, 2021-23Hey! I’m Viv. I am president of…
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Leesville Women’s Soccer 2022
This is Leesville Roads 2022 women’s varsity soccer team. Currently, in the middle of their season, the team is looking to continue a successful season. Viviana Straniero, video editor, 2021-23Hey! I’m Viv. I am…
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Leesville Road Swim 2022
Viviana Straniero, video editor, 2021-23Hey! I’m Viv. I am president of the club Pride Players, as well as a member of NHS, FCA, and SNAC Club. I also play on the Varsity Softball team.…
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Spring and Summer Fashion Trends 2022
With the sun shining and the flowers blooming, we can start shopping for the best spring and summer 2022 fashion trends. Revamping our collections and following new trends is thrilling. Especially when the runway,…
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How to rock the western chic fashion trend this spring
The internet has recently shown many style stars in western chic fashions that you can incorporate into your wardrobe. The western aesthetic has been popular for a few seasons, but has shown transformation this…
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Leesville Road Varsity Cheer 2022
Viviana Straniero, video editor, 2021-23Hey! I’m Viv. I am president of the club Pride Players, as well as a member of NHS, FCA, and SNAC Club. I also play on the Varsity Softball team.…
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Where to Shop for Your 2022 Winterfest Dress
The month of February is upon us, which means many students are forming groups and making reservations to celebrate Winterfest. One aspect of Winterfest many girls look forward to is shopping for the perfect…
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Ring in the New Year With These On-trend 2022 Fashions
The fresh start of the new year brings a fresh load of styles to work into our wardrobes. Unluckily for some, there is not a lot of loungewear insight, instead, these styles are bold…
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Leesville Gymnastics Wins Cap 6 Conference Championship
Leesville Road Gymnastics team continued their successful season by winning the CAP 6 Conference Championship. Maggie Holman represented Leesville by winning CAP 6 best all-around gymnast. The team competed in 4 other meets as…
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The 2021 Junior Class Council
This year, Leesville’s junior class council plans to make the year great. Now that they are upperclassmen, the junior class council has more responsibilities. “Freshman and sophomore year we didn’t have control over much,…
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The 2021 Met Gala
After waiting nearly two years, the 2021 Met Gala made its return. Watching some of Hollywood’s biggest stars wearing elaborate looks excited many people in the fashion world. The Met Gala is a big…
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Why Do People Wear Sweatshirts and Shorts?
With fall approaching, Leesville students have started wearing two classic pieces with purposes that contradict each other: sweatshirts and shorts. Which then poses the question — does wearing a sweatshirt with shorts make sense? …
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Wrestling 2020-2021
Viviana Straniero, video editor, 2021-23Hey! I’m Viv. I am president of the club Pride Players, as well as a member of NHS, FCA, and SNAC Club. I also play on the Varsity Softball team.…
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Coach Tetreault Shaves His Head to Celebrate Victory over Gibbons
After the JV women’s soccer team beat Gibbons 4-0 at home, Coach Tetreault let his players shave his head after the game to reward their victory over the team’s biggest rival. “From the start,…
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JV Baseball Beats Millbrook After Losing in First Game of Double-Header
On Thursday, April 20, the Leesville Men’s JV Baseball team played Millbrook in a double-header. After Millbrook’s late scoring and win in the first game, Leesville came back and won the second game of…
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Varsity Men’s Tennis Wins State Championship
The Varsity Men’s Tennis team is having a very successful season: they won regionals, the CAP-7 conference, and recently claimed the title of 4A Men’s Tennis State Champions. This year due to COVID, they…
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Luke Combs Released His “Forever After All” Music Video
Luke Combs, a well-known country music artist, released a music video for his latest single, “Forever After All,” and it has left fans feeling emotional as it captures moments of his love story with…
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The Future of Covid 19 “Vaccine Passports” and Traveling
The Biden administration and private companies are working to develop a standard way of handling vaccine credentials — often referred to as “vaccine passports” — that would allow Americans to prove they have been…
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Scooby-Doo Provides Great Outfit Ideas for 2021
Even after 50 years, Scooby-Doo is still one of the most known television cartoons, and now the quirky mysteries and fun-loving characters are not the only reason to watch, many are talking about the…
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It’s Springtime… Let’s go shopping for the latest trends!
There’s really no reason to regress back into sweats this spring. It’s time to strut out of the house feeling confident wearing the hottest trends of the season. (Photo courtesy of Public Domain) There…
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Review of Operation Varsity Blues: The College Admissions Scandal
Donna Heinel, who used to be the highest-ranked woman in the athletics department at the University of Southern California, was roped into Rick Singer’s scam. As of many other clients that Singer convinced to…
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The Ways of Winterfest 2021
Many girls create posters as a part of asking and they often incorporate puns, inside jokes, or funny sayings as a way to make the proposal process more fun. How big people go when…
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UNC beats Duke to Win Famous Rivalry Showdown
Duke Freshman, Jalen Johnson, shown driving down the lane. He ended the night with 14 points, but unfortunately, he did not score enough for the Blue Devils to clinch a rival victory. (Photo Courtesy…
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Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas 2021
Valentine’s Day is a day that should be full of love and laughter and if you have the ability to shed some gratitude on your loved ones, you should. Whether your gifts are handmade,…
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The History of First Lady Fashion from Inauguration Day
Throughout history Inauguration Day has always been about swearing in the next president to office, but First Ladies have stolen the show with their tailored suits and glamorous designer dresses. (Photo Courtesy of Public…
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What is a Capsule Wardrobe
With the addition of a coordinating color palette, more outfits can be created, which adds excitement and engagement to a capsule wardrobe. (Photo courtesy of Public Domain) Sometimes, the more options of clothing we…
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The Beauty of The Queen’s Gambit
Beth, the protagonist, balances beauty and power. As viewers watch her mature, she also gains confidence in her style. (Photo courtesy of Netflix) *This article contains spoilers* The Queen’s Gambit is a Netflix original…
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Why You Should Consider Going to the Ski Slopes This Winter:
North Carolina is home to many beautiful ski resorts, such as Appalachian, Sugar, Beech, and Cataloochee, all providing a fun time with a low transmission activity. Pictured is 5506′ Skybar at Beech Mountain (Photo…
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What’s Leaving Netflix By the End of 2020:
Some fan favorites like The Office, West Wing, and Gossip Girl are the hardest goodbyes this month. But with the thousands of other choices Netflix has, there should be another option for your personal…
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Sarah Fuller and Her Impact on Females in Athletics
As Sarah Fuller took the field to pinch kick for Vanderbilt, she made a big statement with this iconic phrase on the back of her helmet. (Photo courtesy of Public Domain) With a kickoff…
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What to Expect When Flying for the Holidays in a Pandemic
A flight attendant distributing masks out to passengers. Mask-wearing is the first significant step to safety when flying with COVID. (Photo courtesy via Getty Images) As people excitedly prepare for the holiday season, traveling…
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The Art of Masterpiece Recreation
“The Girl With the Pearl Earring” by Johannes Vermeer, is a classic. Many have seen this painting before, making this recreation fun and familiar. (Photo courtesy of @Getty on Twitter) Classical Art Masterpieces are…
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A Look Inside of Leesville Traditions
Throwing baby powder at the end of the national anthem happens at every football game. The uproar starts the chaotic and energetic energy that other schools know our student section for. (Photo courtesy of…
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5 Fall/Winter Fashion Trends You Need in Your Closet This Season
Caption: Fall fashion often combines comfort, sustainability, and personal style. This picture represents fall fashion trends because of the ankle boots, shoulder purse, turtle necks, and flannel jacket. (Photo courtesy of Public Domain) During…
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Can Face Masks Be Functional and Fashionable?
From left to right, Alexis Mast, Ally Fuhrer, Lauren Rousos, Savannah Mudd, Olivia Heany, and Maren Jones, all wearing their mask. Some of their masks match their outfits, others are wearing them just for…
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TikTok Star in the Community
Caption: Mr. Pyper currently has 520.4k followers on TikTok. Every day his followers increase as he continues to promote positive content. (Photo courtesy of Viviana Straniero) Mason Pyper, also known as Mr. Pyper, is…
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Why Betta Fish?
Caption: Cosmo, happy and healthy, swimming in his bowl. Betta Fish have smart and curious personalities, and love to interact with their owners. (Photo Courtesy of Viviana Straniero) During the COVID-19 lockdown, some students…
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The Versatility of Virtual Learning
Caption: Viviana Straniero relaxing in the sun while virtually learning. Sitting steps away from the beach during math class is definitely one rad way to do school. (Photo Courtesy of Viviana Straniero) I recently…
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Does the Pumpkin Spice Latte Deserve the Hype?
Caption: Starbucks unleashed its annual run of the Pumpkin Spice Latte on August 25th. Ever since it’s release in 2003, it has gained more popularity every year. (Photo courtesy of Viviana Straniero) As the…
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Inside the ICU During COVID
Shelli Smith (second from the right) and her coworkers smiling big for the camera. Fully suited in their PPE (personal protective equipment) they are working hard for the better of our community. (Photo used…