by Ellie Thompson, staff writer October 4, 2019

What jobs do students have?

Goodberries is an ice cream shop near Leesville. It is one of many job opportunities available for high school students. (Photo Courtesy of Ellie Thompson) Imagine you are a high

by Lucy Leen, editor in chief September 23, 2019

Would you give your dog up for one million dollars?

It’s a simple question: would you give up your dog for one million dollars? If you ask me, the answer is absolutely not, but what would Leesville say?  The Mycenaean

by Abigail Mabe, staff writer September 11, 2019

Marching Band

Matt Cash, sophomore and member of Leesville’s marching band, practices his saxophone. The members of the marching band often practice after school and on their own to keep improving for

by Ellie Bruno, junior editor May 20, 2019

Conspiracy Theories: Their Odd Impact On Our Lives

If you’ve ever been on the internet, chances are you’ve been somehow exposed to the idea of “conspiracy theories.” Whether it be websites devoted to proving birds are fake or

by Asis Johnson January 10, 2019

Newspaper Staff Superlatives: “Most Likely To…”

Most likely to buy out Target: Madeleine Bimonte If you’re ever wondering what to get Madeline as a gift just walk into Target and raid the dollar section. It’s full

by Regan Harsa, editor in chief 2017-18 February 19, 2018

And my final Ramen goes to…

Applying to college is stressful enough on its own.. add on top of that finding a roommate!! Craziness! Many schools have Facebook groups for admitted students. In these groups, students

by Dyamond Howell, managing editor 2014-2015 May 7, 2015

Little Mix interview met with backlash from Directioners

On April 2, the British girl group Little Mix began to trend on Twitter after a video that was less than two minutes long made them international targets from the

by Dyamond Howell, managing editor 2014-2015 May 7, 2015

Uniq releases dance version of “EOEO”

Uniq has had a busy week! With the release of their first mini album EOEO, the rookie group is ready to show that they can keep up with the best

by Taylor Penezic, staff writer 2016-17 April 30, 2015

Jessica Kane’s blog goes viral

Jessica Kane is a body confidence advocate, feminist, plus-size woman, and fashion blogger. Her blog, The Life and Style of Jessica, has gained popularity after her body positive message to

by Dyamond Howell, managing editor 2014-2015 April 27, 2015

Finally! Three of K-Pop’s biggest names come out of hiding

BigBang, BTS and 2PM have announced their long — some longer than others — awaited comebacks. Probably the most awaited K-Pop comeback, BigBang has been posting ominous, crypitc photos on

by Heidi Kreis, editor in chief 2016-17 March 11, 2015

Winterfest changes due to snow days

Wake County lost eight school days in the past two weeks resulting in schedule alterations. Wake County requires schools to have 1025 hours of instructional learning time. Instead of adding

by Dyamond Howell, managing editor 2014-2015 February 23, 2015

Amoeba Culture presents “The First Chapter” in the US

Korea’s hip-hop heavyweights are finally here! Korean record label Amoeba Culture has announced that they will be hosting two concerts in the United States, marking the labelmates’ first collective appearance

by Dyamond Howell, managing editor 2014-2015 February 23, 2015

Crush and Zion T release MV for ‘Just’

Two of Korea’s biggest names in R&B are at it again with a new single entitled “Just.” Thought this isn’t their first collab, Crush and Zion T are taking on

by Jill Schuler, editor in chief 2015-16 February 23, 2015

The DUFF’s actors speak out about their own high school experiences

Robbie Amell, Mae Whitman and Bella Thorne, stars from the CBS film, The DUFF, sat down for a conference call with several high school journalists across the country. Questions tended

by Marina Pascual Gausch, staff writer 2014-2015 January 21, 2015

Technology and education

When I was a kid, I always had a textbook for all of my classes. I did my oral presentations using poster boards, and I had to wait three months

by Will Hollerung, staff writer 2016-17 December 16, 2014

The Fast Lane

Basic Overview To upperclassmen, having a car can be a big deal. With your own car, you can have your own parking spot, go off campus for lunch, go places

by Sloane Coble, senior editor 2015-2016 June 2, 2014

Ghost of mentors past, present and future

Since birth, it has been said that I have an old soul; certain events in life do not seem to faze me, despite my age. That does not mean that

by Jill Schuler, editor in chief 2015-16 March 21, 2014

Why museums are important

Older generations interact differently with culture than teens. We tend to associate age and time with slower, wiser people, making deliberate actions more suitable for the tired minds of the

by Alec Way, senior staff writer 2014-2015 March 21, 2014

Flying burrito passes with flying colors

In a world dominated by Chipotle and Moe’s, Flying Burrito is a local restaurant that has ventured to carve its own unique niche in the market of fast-casual Mexican food.

by JC Zargo, staff writer, 2013-14 March 21, 2014

True life: binge-watching

Urban Dictionary defines “binge-watch”  as, “consuming an entire TV series at once, rather than weekly.” Binge watching first became possible when TV shows released entire series on DVD. Now with

by Alec Way, senior staff writer 2014-2015 December 17, 2013

Pride Way 3-way stop: how about not

At the intersection of Pride Way and O’neal, two additional stop signs have been added, effectively creating a 3-way stop. Many have speculated that the stop sign additions came as

by Alec Way, senior staff writer 2014-2015 December 17, 2013

Celebrate the last night of the year with Raleigh’s First Night

Raleigh is considered the City of Oaks, and every year Raleigh heralds this title by dropping the acorn on New Years at a festival known as First Night. First Night

by Dyamond Howell, managing editor 2014-2015 December 17, 2013

When I Grow Up – Exploring Journalism Careers

Journalism is the activity of editing news for presentation through media. Whether it’s the writing or broadcast of science, sports or celebrities, there’s an area of journalism for almost every

by Catie Byrne, senior editor, 2013-14 December 17, 2013

Red for Ed. Festivus

Wednesday, Nov. 13 marked another week to admire the color red for students and staff in celebration of Red for Ed. A founder of the North Carolina Red for Ed.

by Jill Schuler, editor in chief 2015-16 December 15, 2013

Raleigh’s Rink Extends Winter Cheer

Every year Raleigh holds its Winterfest which includes an outdoor ice rink and other festivities. The ice rink is open through February, extending winter cheer through the new year. The

by Lindsay Baker, senior editor 2015-16 December 15, 2013

ComedyWorx has laughs for the whole family

Are you interested in having a good laugh over break? ComedyWorx Comedy Club, located downtown on 431 West Peace Street, is sure to deliver. At first glance, the ComedyWorx venue

by Sloane Coble, senior editor 2015-2016 November 22, 2013

The gems of Cameron Village

by David Nyamu,staff writer November 6, 2013

Could SMART Lunch benefit Leesville?

Students Maximizing Achievement Relationships and Time. That’s the acronym for SMART Lunch, an extended lunch period developed by Rodney C. Nelson, Panther Creek principal. Schools around Wake County have implemented

by Alex Stephens, senior editor, 2014-15 October 31, 2013

Leesville’s Teacher of the Year

Lately, there has been some excitement for Leesville’s teachers. The selection of the teacher of the year is going on right now. To be entered in the competition, the educator