Category: News
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Senior Spotlight: Zoe Bennett
Zoe Bennett is involved with multiple clubs at Leesville. She is the president of the French club, treasurer of the National English Honor Society, a member of Executive Council, National Honor Society, and Math…
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King Godwin’s Art Inspires Others
Who is King Godwin? King Godwin is a local artist who uses his painting to express himself. Doctors diagnosed Godwin with autism when he was two. After getting his certificate from Leesville High School…
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Teacher Spotlight: Monica Wilkerson
Monica Wilkerson started teaching at Leesville Road High School in 1995, just two years after the school opened. Throughout her 29 years as an English teacher, she has left a lasting impression on her…
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Gas Shortage Plagues East Coast, Causes Widespread Panic
The Colonial Pipeline, a pipeline that provides 45% of the oil for the East Coast, was the target of a ransomware attack this week. On Monday, the FBI revealed that a group of criminal…
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Senior Spotlight: Chase Hakerem
Chase Hakerem has made an outstanding resume on the court throughout his four years of highschool. He played on the men’s varsity basketball team for four years. Two out of those four years were…
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Unhealthy side-effects of global quarantining
On March 11, 2020, The World Health Organization told the world to stay home. Naturally, many people felt safer in their homes, seeing they wouldn’t be exposed to the Coronavirus. But staying home doesn’t…
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Class of 2021 Events
As graduation nears, the class of 2021 is anxiously awaiting the end of their high school careers. The 2020-2021 school year was different than any other: over half of the school year was virtual.…
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JC Raulston Arboretum
Savannah Sinor, staff writerHi! My name is Savannah and I am a staff writer for The Mycenaean. I have been in Girl Scouts for 12 years and I am currently interning with Buffett and…
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Good On You — The Ethical Shopping App
As the fashion industry grows, sustainability decreases and unethical practices skyrocket. This is a problem that needs to be addressed, but it can be difficult to target brands directly. However, reaching consumers is possible…
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2021 Oscars Recap
The 93rd Academy Awards premiered on Sunday, April 25, set at Union Station in downtown Los Angeles. The awards already had a bizarre start as they were delayed because of the pandemic. And to…
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Chef Salad
Chef Salad Prep time: 12 minutes Ingredients (add to taste) Egg Tomato Cucumber Carrot Celery Lettuce Diced ham or salami Swiss, cheddar, or blue cheese Black olives Croutons Guacamole Salad Dressing Dried fruit and…
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A New Wave Of Covid-19 is Wreaking Havoc in India
As of April 25, India has broken the record for the amount of new Covid-19 cases per day four days in a row, and the number of infected people is still continuing to rise. …
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Dunkin’ Donuts vs Starbucks
With Dunkin’ and Starbucks being the two largest coffee chains in the US, it comes with no surprise that the two fast food chains are in an ongoing competition. From Starbucks’ larger international footprint…
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Census numbers released, NC gains a seat
The Census Bureau recently released the numbers gathered from the 2020 census. Only seven House seats require reallocation from state to state, much smaller than the 12 seats that changed hands after 2010. The…
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5 Interview Tips for Teenagers
Getting a job is one of the biggest obstacles that people face during their lives. Many people also consider the interview process to be the most difficult part of securing a position. Adults have…
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Apple Is Coming To Raleigh
In 2018, Apple made a 5-year goal to invest $350 billion in the United States. After surpassing this goal, Apple raised its level of commitment on April 26 to $430 billion and 20,000 jobs…
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Final Exams For Spring Semester Information
On Monday, April 26, Ian Soloman, the principal of LRHS, released the final exam protocols and schedule for the 2021 Spring Semester. The information covers both state and teacher-made exams. State Exams The…
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No More Music: Sports Teams Lose a Valuable Tradition
Yet another Leesville tradition has died: athletes have lost the right to listen to the warm-up music they choose and instead, are only able to play instrumental music. Traditions. No matter how small, they…
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New Marijuana Bills in the General Assembly
The NC General Assembly introduced two different bills regarding marijuana in April. Senate Bill 771 focuses on legalizing medical marijuana while HB 617 aims to legalize recreational use. A task force convened by Gov.…
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BTS x McDonald’s Collab?
Monday, April 19, McDonald’s tweeted out an upcoming meal in collaboration with the popular Kpop band BTS. This collaboration is similar to other limited-edition celebrity meals McDonald’s launched with artists like Travis Scott and…
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Understaffing Causes Woe In American Businesses
As more and more Americans receive some form of the COVID-19 vaccine, the country is slowly returning to normal. The pandemic saw the country go into lockdown, and some aspects of daily life are…
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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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YA Books You Should Read
Books are an opportunity to escape this world and go into another world full of mystery, fantasy, romance, and horror among other things. With millions of Young Adult (YA) books in circulation, it can…
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Retail Resale: The Next Step For Fast Fashion Companies
To be successful as a fashion brand in this day and age, brands must prioritize sustainability. With millions of clothing items being produced unethically everyday, environmental damage is inevitable. For multi billion dollar international…
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Quick Bites
Contributors: Lyric Chassin and Gretchen Stern The Oscars @nicholasjanzen What’s your fave of this bunch? 🏆##greenscreen ##oscars ##filmtiktok ##bestpicture ##list ##ranking ##movies ♬ Violin – Grooving Gecko The 93rd Oscar Academy…
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Matt Wiener: From Leesville to Coastal Carolina
Matt Wiener is a hard working college student with a bright future. Wiener has embraced his passions throughout his high school and college years and is going full steam ahead. High school students all…
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College Decision Time!
College applications are done, acceptance letters are sent, and now it’s up to these high school seniors to decide which college best fits them. Seniors have until May 1st to make their final decision,…
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NHS Applications For 2021/22 Now Available
As the 2020-2021 school year nears its end, students start to look towards the next. Not only do students prepare for the following year by choosing classes, but they also consider participating in extracurricular…
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Vaccinated Kids at Leesville
On April 7, 2021, Roy Cooper, the Governor of North Carolina announced that all North Carolinians sixteen and older can receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Cooper’s announcement came one day before all high schoolers who…
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The “Man Van”
Growing families often buy Minivans as a last resort because they need a vehicle with more space, but that does not mean that those families can’t grow to appreciate a minivan. Scott Sinor, Leesville’s…
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What Do Leesville Students Think of Plan A?
Two weeks ago, Wake County moved from Plan B to Plan A. Plan B was a division of in person students into three cohorts, rotating each week. Plan A ups the count in the…
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Mike Miller: a Lifelong Legacy
Mike Miller has been an influential member of the community for over 13 years now. He has inspired many through his coaching and teaching career at Sycamore Creek. “This is my 13th year at…
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Senior Spotlight: Cailey Brooks
Cailey Brooks, senior, spent two years on the JV tennis team. Even though she’s not on the team anymore, tennis is still one of her favorite hobbies. Brooks is also a part of the…
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The Loss of DMX
On April 9, 2021, Earl Simmons, better known by his stage name, DMX, passed away after days of fighting to stay alive. Following a heart attack, DMX’s family reported that he had been on…
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Teacher Spotlight: Hannah Snell
After graduating, most people never have to go through their high school routines again, but not Hannah Snell. One of the teachers new to Leesville this year is walking back into her past as…
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Modern Music Video Mania
Lil Nas X recently released his hit single “Montero (Call Me By Your Name)” quickly claiming the number one spot on the Billboard’s Hot 100 list. “Montero”’s bold music video catches the audience’s attention…
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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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WCPSS Plans to Offer Virtual Academy in 2021-2022
Schools all across the country closed their doors to students and transitioned to remote learning over a year ago. For over 6 months, students learned virtually. As Covid-19 infection rates trended down and vaccinations…
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What Will High School Band Look Like Post-Covid?
At Leesville, we have 3 band ensembles: intermediate band, concert band, and symphonic band. Speculation of what these bands look like in the future is majorly altered by Covid-19. The Leesville band that will…
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Gertie’s Flowers on Leesville Road
Winter is over! Spring is here and warmer weather brings out the beautiful colored flowers and plants all across North Carolina. As spring rolls into 2021, Gertie’s Flowers sets up shop in the Leesville…
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Senior Spotlight: Collin Sharp
Collin Sharp is a great role model for the underclassmen to look up to. He takes on multiple leadership roles in clubs. Sharp is the president of Key Club, Co-President of Fellowship of Christian…
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The Higher the Heels the Lower the Economy
When thinking about indicators of the economy, heels might be the last thing you’d look to. But from hemlines to lipstick, fashion trends have long been indicators for the economic climate. Historically, there is…
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Student body herd immunity
Moderna, Pfizer, J&J. These three companies made history by developing the COVID-19 vaccine in record time. Since their emergency approval from the FDA, 190 million doses have been given (as of Sunday 11) across…
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Senior spotlight: Mac Haney
Mac Haney is an influential part of the Leesville community, especially concerning the musical aspect of the school. Haney is a part of the Tri-M music honors society and is a member of the…
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Senior Spotlight: Clifton Haas
Clifton Haas has been a member of the Leesville community for a long time and is currently finishing his last year of High School. Haas’s favorite hobby is brazillian jiu jitsu, a rare but…
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Spring Haven Farm
Spring Haven Farm, located in Chapel Hill, offers a unique experience unlike other farms in the area. The farm holds different types of farm animals: goats, horses, pigs, cows, etc. What makes Spring Haven…
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Senior Spotlight: Korryn O’Shea
Korryn O’Shea is an avid member of the Leesville community, involving herself in multiple clubs and community service projects in the area. O’Shea is an officer for Leesville Liaisons, an organization aimed at helping…
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Senior Spotlight: Ashton Zuburg
Ashton Zuburg impacted the Leesville community with her positive attitude and willingness to help others. She was a member of National Dance Honors Society and FCA, both valuable extracurricular activities aimed at community service…
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Senior Spotlight: Monique Dacanay
Monique Dacanay has positively impacted those around her during her time at Leesville. You will always find her working hard or encouraging others with enlightening conversations. Dacanay’s random acts of kindness prove to show…
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Senior Spotlight: Lillian Avent
Lillian has been highly involved in the Leesville community since she arrived at the school four years ago. She is on the Executive Council, National Honors Society, English National Honors Society, Art National Honors…