Category: News
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Becca Jones, The Comeback Kid
Leesville High School’s very own Becca Jones, sophomore, is planning her comeback. As a freshman, Jones had been talking to six schools, all with great softball programs. Everyone close to Jones knew she was…
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Leesville Road Construction Actually Finished?
Many students and teachers have experienced first hand the annoyance of the slow construction on Leesville Road. With it now complete, residents of the area have a few questions for DeVere Construction Company as…
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“On Failure” Response
Jester’s thoughts on failure I refuse to welcome failure. I abhor and fear and detest failure. I do believe that failure is wrong; I cannot embrace it, I cannot welcome it. My entire rationality…
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Why high school kids should follow Tasty
It’s not surprising that as of 2011, 28% of Americans don’t know how to cook their own meals. The Huffington Post cites that half of those who can’t cook have someone in their family…
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Human Interest Story: Allison’s Tye-Dyes
One of Leesville’s very own juniors has started a small side business selling cute and trendy tie-dyes to Leesville students. Allison Garrell has mastered the dye and can pretty much color any piece of…
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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. The group members go…
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Pride women’s soccer blanks Broughton
Marshall L. Hamilton Stadium was buzzing after the Pride defeated the Broughton Capitals 3-1 Wednesday night to improve to 6-0-1. After what seemed like a slow start to the game, the tone switched after…
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Details on the North Carolina primary
[View the story “Details on the North Carolina Primary” on Storify] Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18
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Fashion Week Review
Fashion week: an industry event where fashion designers, brands, and houses release their latest collections in runway shows to the most prestigious and prominent buyers. The “big four”, only the most noteworthy fashion capitals…
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Wake Relief Food Drive
The LRHS Key Club is partaking in the Wake Relief Food Drive from March 7 to 24. The purpose of the food drive is to provide hungry and less fortunate Wake County residents with…
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The Journey to Becoming an Eagle Scout
The Eagle Scout rank, if accomplished, is quite an achievement and highly valued. But the journey to becoming an eagle scout is not an easy one. Boy scouts must rise through several levels —…
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Leesville’s own Mr. Phillips combines passion for film and teaching
To most, Robert Phillips is an English and Cultural Media Literacy teacher, but to those who have had the opportunity to learn more about him, he’s also film director and the co-creator of the…
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Leesville Students Prepare to Vote
Leesville students have many avenues for political action. Aside from various personnel actions, like emailing legislators and simply talking to the constituents, Leesville students have access to Political Club–and now, the Voter Registration Drive.…
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Ross Takes on the World
August 1-10, Señor Ross will be leading yet another summer trip out of the country. Two years ago he lead a very successful trip to Costa Rica — hopefully this one will be just…
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Learn about the best parks near Leesville
Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18
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Inside Fashion Week
[View the story “Autumn/Winter Ready-to-Wear ” on Storify] Taylor Penezic, staff writer 2016-17
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Men’s Tennis Season Underway
The Men’s Tennis Team has high hopes for this season, and with a deep and skilled roster, looks to improve from last season’s woes. The team finished with a 4-12 record and graduated seven…
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Moe’s vs. Chipotle
(Click on images to enlarge) Ben Zahavi, junior editor 2016-17
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Softball Team Looks To Improve From Last Season
The women’s varsity softball team officially begins their regular season on Friday, March 11. The team is looking to improve from last season’s 3-16 record. Last year’s season was one for rebuilding. The team…
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PLEASE don’t use Google Translate
Leesville is initiating a new series of summer trips beginning with 2016’s trip to England, France and Spain, chaperoned by Mrs. Scioli, Mr. Andy Hunt, Senor Ross and Mr. Broer. The trip consists…
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Race Earns a Silver Medal
When African-American track star Jesse Owens boarded the ferry to go to the 1936 Olympics, he didn’t know what to expect. “Race” tells the story of Owens and his path to success in a…
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Madden Mobile Grips Sophomore’s Interest
Madden NFL Mobile, a football video game, has recently taken over the iPhones of the sophomore class. The iPhone game is part of the Madden NFL series and was released with its newest…
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Lady Pride Take Down Reigning State Champs
Excitement filled the air as the women’s soccer team took the field for their home opener on Thursday evening. The Pride controlled possession for the majority of the first half, attacking on offense and…
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Cam Newton and the Hero’s Journey
There is no doubt that Cam Newton’s 2015-2016 season put him on top of the football world, but his journey to stardom did not come easy. Newton had to endure many trials and tribulations…
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Future Presidents and Morning Announcements
For many of us, the morning announcements are a fundamental part of our daily ritual. Much like brushing our teeth in the morning, it requires little thought and will hardly ever catch us off…
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Alex Hunter Named Co-Player of the Year
The conference awards were announced following the Cap-8 men’s basketball championship on Friday, February 19. Leesville’s own Alex Hunter, junior, was named co-CAP-8 Player of the Year. “It’s a good feeling,” said Hunter. “I…
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Students start registering for classes
Previously, students received a class registration packet to begin thinking about what classes they want to take for the 2016-2017 school year. In the packet are all the class options including a recommended sequence…
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A spotlight on Kendall York
Kendall York, a junior at Leesville Road High School, is just like any other boy. He goes to school, does his homework, hangs out with friends, and is involved with extracurriculars in and outside…
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Duck Donuts catching on
Duck Donuts has taken Raleigh by storm. “What started as a whim, far-fetched idea, a fun project, about ten years ago” said Russell DiGilio, founder, on the Duck Donuts website, has turned into a…
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Map of the Dead might be just the app for you
It’s dark, and you’re running fast. You hear the sounds of gurgling and screeching behind you, and your blood boils as you realize you might not make it out of this alive. You near…
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Three Drug Stores, One Spot
Currently, another drugstore, Walgreens, is being added to the Leesville, Strickland intersection. It seems ridiculous since there is already a CVS and Rite-Aid at this intersection. But, clearly Walgreens sees it as a great…
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Pride women’s soccer to take on defending state champions in first game
After the first two scrimmages were cancelled due to rain, the Pride women’s soccer team is set to have its first regular season game Thursday March 3 against Panther Creek. The Panther Creek women’s…
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Spring Sports Are Underway
On Tuesday, February 16 tryouts for spring sports finally began. Tryouts were supposed to begin on Monday, but were postponed due to inclimate weather. February is a very unpredictable month for weather. For the…
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LRHS Model UN Club Review
Jacob Phillips, staff writer 2015-2016
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Special education students at LRHS join cheer team
The Lion Hearts, the special needs population of LRHS, have been given the opportunity to be more involved in the Leesville community with the addition of a Special Needs Cheer team. Ashley Van Slyck,…
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Survivor Season 32 Kicks Off
Survivor season 32, filmed in Cambodia on the island of Koh Rong, premiered Wednesday, February 17. Three tribes of 6 had been prefabricated based on the qualities cast members most rely on in their…
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Baseball is in the air
The Leesville Road Baseball team held tryouts for its Varsity and Junior Varsity teams February 16 through the 19. Although the weather for the week has been wet, cold, and dreary, this has not…
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Swim and Dive team makes States
The Leesville Road Swim and Dive team had a very successful season, making it to the NCHSAA State Championship. Before either the boys or girls team could take on the state meet, members of…
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Lady Pride reach Cap-8 title
The Lady Pride are headed to the Cap-8 championship for the first time in a several years following their 54-44 win over Heritage. The Pride took an early 11-10 lead into the second quarter.…
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The Life of Pablo is a fine step for Kanye, but not nearly worth what it’ll sell
Kanye West is a star of a different class. Between hosting a fashion show, making bizarre posts on Twitter, performing on Saturday Night Live, and (supposedly) finishing an album 36 hours before releasing it,…
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Hunt knows school, does school, teaches school
Mr. Andy Hunt’s classroom is a trailer in the bus parking lot. You can hear rain pounding the roof of the trailer. Hunt is at his desk, amongst textbooks and papers, typing away at…
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Pride, Benjamin Shock Heritage with game winning three
As time ran down Thursday night against Heritage in round two of the NCHSAA state playoffs, Leesville turned to freshman Jalen Benjamin to hit the game winning shot to knock off the Huskies in…
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Savit visits Leesville for his recent book, Anna and the Swallow Man
On February 10, author Gavriel Savit visited Leesville Road High School and spoke to several English classes. Savit, both an actor and a writer, spoke to the students about his new book, Anna and…
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The Carolina Lightning
The Carolina Lightning are a girl’s u16 hockey team. Hockey is an intense sport, and these girls are tough enough to handle it. Regan Harsa, editor in chief 2017-18
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New Gen Romance
Article after article written by fearmongers everywhere have thrown around many reasons as to why the youngest generation has completely changed–or ruined–romance and their consequent chance at true love. We decided to compile several…
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Traveling in Ireland
Dublin is a fairly small city that has lots of tourist attractions within walking distance of downtown. For the sites that are too far to walk, there is a ‘hop on hop off’ bus…
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CTE booths promote clubs midyear
On February 5, Career and Technical Education (CTE) clubs set up booths in the lobby during lunch as part of National Career and Technical Education Month. Five clubs participated, including National Technical Honors Society…
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Kanye West Finally Releases ‘The Life of Pablo’
Finally, after weeks of waiting, Kanye West has released his highly anticipated album: ‘The Life of Pablo.’ The road to releasing West’s seventh studio album was winding and complicated. It was highlighted by the…
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What do Leesville Students Like to do on Snow Days?
[View the story “What do Leesville Students do on Snow Days?” on Storify] Michael Beauregard, senior editor 2017-18
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LRHS Children’s Book Drive
Leesville Road High School is hosting a book drive encouraging students and staff to drop off their unused children’s books to the library at Leesville. The campaign is called Wake Up and Read, and…