Yazmin Battee, staff writer 2016-17

by Yazmin Battee, staff writer 2016-17 January 18, 2017

Apple Watch Review

Apple is constantly creating new products to make the lives of their customers more convenient and entertaining. Fortunately for the customers, that’s exactly what they did with the creation of

by Yazmin Battee, staff writer 2016-17 December 12, 2016

Yachty sailed to the wrong venue

The Ritz is a very popular venue for artists performing in Raleigh — but, how popular is The Ritz amongst the concert attendees? Artists such as Fetty Wap, Vance Joy,

by Yazmin Battee, staff writer 2016-17 December 2, 2016

Community HOPE

Community HOPE is a program created by the YMCA for compassionate teens willing to give attention, assistance, and guidance to an underprivileged child. Through this program, students not only build

by Yazmin Battee, staff writer 2016-17 December 1, 2016

There’s not enough time in the day

Students in high school are often called “young adults” implying that they’re in the time of their lives where it’s time to start taking on larger responsibilities. Some of

by Maddy Leen, special projects editor 2016-17 November 16, 2016

DIY Terrariums

DIY TERRARIUMS Ever wanted to create your own terrarium? Well the process is simpler than it may seem. Commonly seen on Tumblr, Instagram, home furnishing stores and trendy coffee shops—

by Yazmin Battee, staff writer 2016-17 October 6, 2016

Leesville Students Encouraged to Participate in High School Traditons

With a new school year comes new opportunities for student involvement. Some ways students can get involved include playing a sport, running for school office, joining a club, dressing out

by Yazmin Battee, staff writer 2016-17 September 20, 2016

Leesville students engage in Young Life

On Thursday Sept. 8, Leesville’s Young Life hosted a cookout at Baileywick Park to kick off another exciting year of Young Life Students of all grades were encouraged to show

by Yazmin Battee, staff writer 2016-17 May 31, 2016

A place to explore: the Sarah P. Duke Botanical Gardens

To a teenager in the Triangle area, it may seem as if there aren’t many places to go to have a good time. Fortunately, North Carolina is rich in culture

by Yazmin Battee, staff writer 2016-17 May 25, 2016

The Importance of Traveling

Throughout the year, the school provides many opportunities and breaks for students to travel. Summer vacation, winter break and spring break are perfect times to get out of the state

by Yazmin Battee, staff writer 2016-17 March 22, 2016

Migos takes on Raleigh

On Tuesday, March 8 at 8:00 p.m., Migos took on North Carolina at The Ritz in downtown Raleigh. Migos is a well known trio in the world of hip hop.

by Caela Steele, staff writer 2015-16 February 14, 2016

The key to a perfect Valentine’s Day

by Yazmin Battee, staff writer 2016-17 February 11, 2016

the power of Leesville band students

Tyler Richardson, Conductor: Trombone How long have you been playing the Trombone? Tyler: I would say 7 years. What made you chose the Trombone? Tyler: It seemed like an easy

by Yazmin Battee, staff writer 2016-17 January 5, 2016

VS Fashion Show: New York City Review

Victoria Secret has held this annual fashion show since 1995, and each year becomes more articulated and entertaining. It’s not all about who’s walking down that runway when it comes

by Yazmin Battee, staff writer 2016-17 December 17, 2015

The stress of high school

Teens suffering from depression or anxiety experience a decrease in self esteem, a lack of interest in once-enjoyed activities, and a change in behavior. These symptoms result from the combination

by Yazmin Battee, staff writer 2016-17 November 18, 2015

Students outraged by Snapchat

On Monday, September 21, students discovered a popular social media app was blocked through all Wake County Public School wifi networks due to lack of educational value. Social media sites

by Yazmin Battee, staff writer 2016-17 October 30, 2015

The Intern

‘The Intern’ is a comedy following a senior citizen, Ben Whitaker, who receives an internship at ‘About the Fit’ which is completely based on new technology. ‘About the Fit’ is

by Yazmin Battee, staff writer 2016-17 October 28, 2015

Sleep deprived for a traffic-free ride

As new students join the Leesville community, it’s becoming harder and harder to get into the doors before the first bell. Not only is the incoming and outgoing traffic extremely crowded,

by Caela Steele, staff writer 2015-16 October 22, 2015

Spirit Week in pictures

Spirit Days by Leesville Newspaper on Exposure

by Yazmin Battee, staff writer 2016-17 September 11, 2015

Friday Night Food Drive a Success

Last Friday, August 28, courtesy of the Football Families of Leesville Road High School, a food drive took place at the very first home game of the football season. The

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