
Into the unknown with Frozen 2
Critics know Disney to have disappointing sequels, but Frozen 2 has been a success. With a U.S box office debut of $127 million, it surpassed forecasted amounts and the original’s
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Critics know Disney to have disappointing sequels, but Frozen 2 has been a success. With a U.S box office debut of $127 million, it surpassed forecasted amounts and the original’s
Veda Ouwehand, a senior, painted this mural in the Leesville media center. The mural is a representation of how the justice system is blind, and sees everyone as equal. (Photo
On November 13, Billie Eilish released her new song “everything i wanted.” Unfortunately but unsurprisingly, it fails to communicate any genuine emotions to the audience about her regrets about her
On November 1, Netflix released a slew of new content including Queer Eye: We’re in Japan! In this emotional new season, the Fab 5 take their talents and cross cultural
Donald Glover is a well-known actor and music extraordinaire. He has played some huge roles in movies like “Solo” and “The Martian,” and has also released some fantastic albums like
2019 so far has been an excellent year for music, with releases from Ariana Grande, Taylor Swift, and Tyler the Creator, and pending arrivals from artists like Kanye West, Danny
(From left to right) Joe Burrow, Baker Mayfield and Tua Tagovailoa are shown in the picture above. Each of the quarterbacks have thrown for at least 2,000 yards, but that’s
Midway 2019 movie poster at Cinemark Raleigh Grande. Midway released on November 8, 2019. (Photo courtesy of Alexis Taylor) Seventy-seven years ago, in the middle of the vast Pacific Ocean,
Friday nights in the fall, I’m dressed up in a tutu and face paint, standing on the bleachers at a high school field in Raleigh. Saturday afternoons, you’ll find me
If you’re looking for wacky action, hilariously ridiculous set pieces, and some surprisingly good spirited characters considering the apocalypse, Zombieland 2: Double Tap is the movie for you. All four
When I was young, I used to play around with toy cap guns. One of these happened to be an old timey Uberti 1873 Cattleman revolver, much like the one
2019 so far has been an excellent year for music, with releases from Ariana Grande, Taylor Swift, and Tyler the Creator, and pending arrivals from artists like Kanye West, Danny
NC State fair by Marie Cox & Keeli Johnson on Exposure
Note to Jake: whatever garbage you come up with is wrong. Naps are superior and NOBODY can convince me otherwise. When I’m 127 and people ask me how I’m still
I’m going to be completely honest here. I love The Office, I love Scandal, and I love Orange Is the New Black. My favorite genres of TV range from comedy
Personality tests, whether fun or more scientific, are a wonderful way to discover more about yourself. There are many types–some are taken online while others can be read about. Who
The hit PBS television series, Downton Abbey, has now hit the big screen! On Friday, September 20, the movie released in the US. Over the first weekend, it raked in
When I first heard that Ariana Grande, Miley Cyrus, and Lana Del Rey all performed on a song together, I was filled with anticipation for whatever it would be. Although
Arguably one of the best aspects of baseball comes from home runs. For many baseball fans, it is a once in a lifetime experience to catch a ball. However, this
Recently, I decided to try out one of the new popular trends among teenagers; cycling. Cycling classes gained a following from social media stars who go to SoulCycle, a trendy
The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood and 1984 by George Orwell are two summer reading choices for students taking Advanced Placement Literature and Composition. (Photo Courtesy of Sarah Jumma) This
Two years ago, killer clowns will all the rage. At a time when there were stories of clowns menacing people, It, based off of the Steven King book by the
Aside from men’s basketball, most winter sports don’t get much publicity within the Leesville community. While parents and friends attend some games/matches, most winter sporting events are barren, full of
Photo courtesy of Natalie Gore By: Natalie Gore Two days after the release, Lover became the top-selling album of 2019. Swift’s music is enjoyed around the globe by millions every
A summer job is an opportune way for any teenager to utilize their abundance of time in a productive manner.
On Friday, August 23, Taylor Swift finally released her long-awaited album Lover. The album contains eighteen tracks including three songs she released previously this year. One of the reasons I
Every girl’s dream resides in picking out the perfect prom dress. Whether the dress be a big princess ball gown or a form-fitting sequined gown, there’s a dress unique to
In the past several months as a Newspaper staff writer, I’ve written three articles about the school I will be attending in the fall. I chose to review the live
Ryan Reynolds can never take himself too seriously — the star of the Deadpool franchise (and was regrettably the star of the 2011 The Green Lantern movie) has always interacted
On Friday, May 17, Lana Del Rey released her cover of Sublime’s 1996 song “Doin’ Time.” Fans have been anticipating her cover since she hinted that it was coming soon
Ever since the late ‘90s, Pokémon has been a cultural phenomenon. After the original Pokémon Red and Blue game, many games, movies, television series, books, and even a theme park
“What is a legacy?” wonders the character of Alexander Hamilton in Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Hamilton: An American Musical. Known to the masses as Hamilton, the musical tells the story of the
On April 14 and 21, American R&B singer Beyonce Knowles headlined the 2018 Coachella Festival performance located in Indio, California. Her performance, themed “Homecoming,” shed light on the historical black
Seven years after the last Men in Black movie, Men in Black 3, Sony Pictures is putting forth another MIB film. More than 20 years after the first Men in
Every now and then I like to scroll on Netflix to see what they’ve added to the site. That is how I came across the movie The Perfect Date. I
Netflix Original movies are either hit-or-miss and when it comes to their rom-coms, and it’s usually miss– The Perfect Date is no exception. The Perfect Date stars America’s most recent
Gardens are a great source for nutritious food and learning life skills, two very different things that provide endless value. Every teen should have a garden while in high school,
I recently finished reading The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde, and I surprisingly enjoyed it. Why did I decide to read this book? Well, it was on sale
A friend of mine first introduced me to Cavetown. She had been pressuring me for a few days to listen to this song called “Lemon Boy” and after finally sitting
For years students have whined about every classic book they’re forced to read in English: To Kill a Mockingbird, Romeo and Juliet, Fahrenheit 451, etc. They see the old-timey language
Almost every high schooler is familiar with parental complaints when it comes to messy rooms, unorganized binders, and chairs piled up with laundry. Teenagers often express frustration back at their
Looking for a new and improved spot to eat at? Well keep reading and I will inform you on the hookup. Monday, April 22, was a day off for traditional
For teens in high school money can be essential. The need for money in your adolescence comes from what you prioritize as needs and wants. In the millennial generation money
On April 6 at noon, the gates for the very first Dreamville fest opened with thousands of hip hop fans awaiting. The Dreamville fest kicked off at Dorothea Dix Park,
Urban Dictionary defines senioritis as, “a crippling disease that strikes high school seniors…” It goes on to explain common symptoms, including: “laziness” and “an over-excessive wearing of track pants, old
Many view breakfast as the most important meal of the day, but how significant is the early morning meal to our daily productivity and success? Does consuming a nutritious breakfast
A very popular website that many students use during their free time at school is Cool Math Games. The website is a place for child friendly games, some educational and
Releasing in the U.S. on April 5, Shazam! was projected to steal the show as DC’s next breakout star—and it did just that. Boasting a $53 million opening weekend, resounding
When applying for college, I truly believed that I had a good chance of getting accepted into my schools. I had faith in my personal essay, SAT scores and high
One of the most debated issues involving high schools and the students attending them is the daily start time. As of now, most schools nationwide demand an earlier arrival time