Category: opinion
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Flipturn concert review
Indie rock band, Flipturn, performed at The Ritz in Raleigh, NC on Apr 17, 2024. Going into the concert, I knew maybe three of the band’s songs. I got a ticket to the concert…
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Are college advisors worth it?
Advantage College Planning is one of many companies that offers college advising services for prospective college students. To further explore their services, visit their website at https://advcp.com/ (Photo courtesy of Valentina Fernandez)
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Are college advisors worth it?
College advisors, like everything related to the college application process, have their pros and cons. From one perspective, they offer specialized guidance to help a student create a more well rounded college application. However,…
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“Karma” by JoJo Siwa: bop or flop?
On Friday, April 5, 2024, Jojo Siwa broke the internet by releasing her new song and music video “Karma”. Siwa rose to fame when she joined the Lifetime reality show Dance Moms in 2014.…
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The Importance of Jimmy Buffet
It’s a cold rainy day in the middle of the winter, and you go to put on some music to lift your spirits from maybe a bad test, a break up or really anything…
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Is Elmo Scary?
The widely popular show Sesame Street features a red puppet named Elmo. He introduced his audience to all his friends on the show, learning about numbers, letters, and simple life skills among many, but…
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Cruising on big ships vs small ships
A photo taken of the Mardi Gras from the dock in Amber Cove(Top), and of the Carnival Freedom taken from the deck of the Mardi Gras in Grand Turk(Bottom). (Photo courtesy of Zach Barnes.)
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Prom dress inspo
An ideal theme representing navy blue long dress. (Photo courtesy of creative commons)
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Helldivers 2, A Glorious New Co-op Game
A group of four Helldivers (avatars of the players) liberating a terminid-inhabited planet. Players play as Helldivers, brave warriors of Super-Earth, to land on planets and eradicate the alien menace. (Photo Courtesy of Arrowhead…
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State fans celebrate NC state win
Hillsborough Street was flooded with NC State fans celebrating the men’s basketball team beating Duke 76-64, and the women’s basketball team beating the Texas Longhorns 76-66 on Sunday, March 31st. Both teams secured their…
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Why you should become an exchange student
Every year LRHS hosts international exchange students who spend 10 months in Raleigh with their host families. This year there are 5 students, including me, who are spending junior year at LRHS to enjoy…
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A Kate Middleton Mystery
This article has been updated due to original updates given by Kensington Palace as of March 22nd. On January 17, 2024, the world would perhaps see the last of Kathrine Middleton, Princess of Wales…
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Is Spring Break too early this year?
Spring break is right around the corner and LRHS students are excited to enjoy a week off from school. The break starts on Friday, March 22 and ends on March 31. The Wake County…
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Sodabox review
Sodabox is a family-owned business that specializes in custom sodas. Customers can either order directly from Sodabox’s menu or they can customize any drink by choosing a base liquid and adding syrups, purees, or…
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Is the American shopping mall really dying?
The American shopping mall has been a staple of society for decades and has gone through many changes during its existence. Malls are indoor shopping centers consisting of various stores and activities. They exploded…
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Song Review: “Your Apartment” by Wallows
After a two-year dry spell, Wallows finally released their new single, “Your Apartment,” on Feb 16, 2024. As a long-time listener of Wallows, I anxiously anticipated the song’s release; I was hoping for a…
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New Podcast: This Might Sound Crazy
At the beginning of second semester, LRHS seniors, Kaelyn McCann and Sami McGaughey, began a new podcast centered on societal, historical, and pop culture scandals and/or controversies. Through the podcast channel on Spotify, listeners…
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What color is math?
Of the many discussions in the LRHS Newspaper class one of our most passionate and heated debates this semester was on the color of math. It is a common occurrence for students to associate…
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Leesville Alumn: Braxton Berrios
Braxton Berrios is a 28 year-old wide receiver and return specialist on the Miami Dolphins. He has had 6 successful seasons playing in the National Football League, but his football career started at Leesville…
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Swipe Right on Success: Why Every Senior Should have a LinkedIn Account
Whether you realize it or not, not all work opportunities are advertised on standard platforms or pamphlets. Sometimes an organization only wants to find that one exceptional individual, but if they don’t effectively promote…
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Study Spots
Leesville students are always looking for new and exciting places to study. With the second semester in full swing, motivation levels can start to dwindle. Slacking off occurs more frequently and grades start to…
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Monster Energy Drinks
Monster Energy is a popular energy drink enjoyed by many Leesville Road High School students. Students enjoy the brand for the variety of flavors, often related to fruit or coffee. In a poll conducted…
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Does PowerSchool affect students mental health?
High school students in movies are often depicted as students who work and study the hardest are the ones with the worst mental health. The 1980s popular movie Ferris Bueller’s Day Off depicts the…
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Teacher Spotlight: Ms. Wrayno
Ms. Jeannine Wrayno is the beloved Technical Theater teacher here at Leesville. She joined the Leesville community in 2003 and has been sharing her love for performing arts with the students ever since. She…
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Leesville Students At NoRa Cafe
NoRa Cafe is known throughout the LRHS student body as a popular study and hangout spot. The cafe provides a wide selection of different pastries, lunch foods, beverages, and a comfortable and ambient atmosphere…
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Our perceptions of others affect Leesville
On the left side — the outfit I dressed in to appear different. On the right side — more traditional outfit I would wear or strive to dress similarly. (Photo courtesy of public domain…
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Another Book Column Review: Definitions of Indefinable Things
Title: Another Book Column Review: Definitions of Indefinable Things Caption: Snake and Reggie stand on the front cover which is a beautiful blue color. (Photo made by Abigail Crawford)
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WCPSS New Spectator Event Bag Policy
On March 1, 2024, the Wake County Public School System will implement a new bag policy for high school spectator events. This new policy is intended to deter people from bringing weapons to these…
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The North Carolina Symphony
The North Carolina Symphony is one of our state’s most esteemed organizations and is full of incredible musical talent. Recently, the orchestra performed on February 17, 2024, at the Martin Marietta Center for the…
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Tik Tok Shop
TikTok Shop is a retail store within the TikTok app that enables brands to display products for users to discover and purchase. After months of testing, the online store opened on September 12, 2024.…
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Prague: A Hidden Gem Of Europe
Prague, the current capital of the Czech Republic, is one of the most historic cities in central Europe, but it’s constantly underrated compared to the glimmering metropolises of Vienna, Paris, and London. Little do…
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Las Mejores Películas de los 2000’s
Las comedias románticas son uno de los géneros televisivos más famosos; sus elementos románticos hacen felices a la mayoría de los espectadores, ya que les encanta ver cómo se desarrollan las historias. Voy a…
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Taylor Swift Rigs the NFL?
Three Kansas City Chiefs players during a 2021 game against the Commanders. The NFL has recently been under fire for potentially biasing the Chiefs during the 2023-24 playoffs. (Photo Courtesy of Public Domain)
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2024 Indoor Track & Field State Championship
The Leesville Indoor Track and Field Team closed out their 2024 season at the State Championship Meet on February 9. The meet took place at JDL Fast Track in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. The team…
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Billy Joel Releases New Song After Almost Two Decades
Billy Joel published his new single titled “Turn the Lights Back On,” on February 1, 2024. This long-awaited release puts him on the growing list of legendary musicians returning to songwriting after long hiatuses.…
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Should students be required to participate in gym?
Students in Wake County high schools must take healthful living once throughout their high school career. Although this class is required most do not participate. Here at Leesville there are mostly freshmen in the…
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Are the Grammys worth watching?
The Grammy Awards have passed and many watched the award ceremony, but was it worth the 3 hours and a half of your time? For those who don’t know, the Grammy Awards are awards…
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Is Valentine’s Day Overrated
There are many stories about how Valentine’s Day came about, people twist and turn these stories to bring more life and magic to the holiday. Still, many people believe that this holiday is overrated.…
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Is Groundhog Day Accurate?
Every year on February 2, Punxsutawney Phil emerges from his burrow in Pennsylvania to predict the forecast for the coming months. Groundhog Day originated from the German holiday called Candlemas. (A Western Christian festival…
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The book quartet review: The Mirror Visitor series
The books in order: A Winter’s Promise, The Missing of Claridelune, The Memory of Babel, The Storm of Echos.
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Why Winter is the Best Season
It is currently the middle of winter in North Carolina. Meteorologically speaking, the coldest part of the year is just over a week away. While many students may feel that winter is the worst…
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Raising Cane’s
Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers is a fast-food chain that specializes in fried chicken fingers, crinkle-cut fries, and Texas toast. On November 7, 2024, the third Raising Cane’s restaurant in North Carolina opened on Franklin…
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Should Esports be considered a real sport?
In the ever-evolving landscape of sports, a new contender has emerged – Esports. The debate over whether Esports should be considered a real sport has started discussions among gamers and traditional sports fans. What…
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Why the MLB should have a salary cap
In the 2023 Major League Baseball (MLB) offseason, star pitcher and batter, Shohei Ohtani, signed the largest contract in US sports history, a 10-year, $700 million contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Along with…
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Everyone Should Watch One Piece
A promotional image for One Piece’s recently concluded “Wano-kuni” arc. Monkey D. Luffy (right) stands proud with his allies “The Worst Generation” to face powerful foes. (Photo Courtesy Toei Animation.)
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Is “The Great Gatsby” still relevant?
If you’ve ever been in a high school English class, you’ve without a doubt heard of or read the 1925 novel “The Great Gatsby” by F. Scott Fitzgerald. The accomplishment of reading the book…
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Are students burning out at the end of the first semester?
Students push to study and prepare for their final exams. (Photo courtesy of the Rochester Institute of Technology)
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How does winter weather impact students?
As Winter weather starts to arise, temperatures begin to drop, and some places begin to see snow. (Photo courtesy of Public Domain)
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Book Column Two: Wrong Place Wrong Time
The front and back of the book are filled with red and brown to symbolize the violence and mystery in the story. Faintly in the background, you can see an analog clock representing how…
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Book Column One: I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings
The front depicts a sun and a sparrow bird. The book dimensionally is small but is a perfect size for carrying around. (Created by Abigail Crawford)