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Scream 7: not the movie fans expected
A Disappointing Return For The Franchise As someone who usually enjoys the Scream franchise, I went into Scream 7 genuinely excited to watch it. The Scream movies are known for shocking Ghostface reveals, stomach-turning…
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A wrap up to the LRHS swim and dive season
As the spring arrives, the LRHS swim and dive team has wrapped up its 2025–26 season after the 8A State Championship on February 14, 2026, at Triangle Aquatic Center in Cary, North Carolina. At…
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What places are the best to buy prom dresses?
Prom season is one of the most exciting times of the school year, and can be one of the most stressful parts because it can be very difficult finding the perfect prom dress. Between…
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How to get a teen license
For many teenagers, getting a driver’s license is one of the biggest milestones of high school. However, earning that license isn’t as simple as passing a quick and easy test. North Carolina uses a…
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What water bottles are trending?
While walking through the halls during a passing period, it is almost impossible not to notice the newest trending water bottle students carry everywhere. From oversized tumblers with handles to colorful insulated bottles covered…
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What is the different school schedules Wake County offers?
WCPSS high schools follow different school schedules . Leesville, Sanderson, Rolesville, Athens Drive, Wakefield, and Heritage are some of the schools that follow the block schedule. The block schedule consists of taking eight total…
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Who won the Leesville vs Heritage soccer game?
On Tuesday, March 10, 2026 Leesville Varsity Women’s Soccer faced off against Heritage on home turf. The Pride and the Huskies battled their way through the first half and it was a strong defensive…
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The Downfall of Netflix
Netflix holds the position of the number one-rated streaming service in the world. With more than 300 million users since 2024, Netflix has made over $80 billion in revenue. The company was founded by…
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Start to the Varsity Spring Sports Season
The spring varsity sports season is in full swing for Leesville athletics. Several teams have sprung off with strong records, while others are using the early part of the season to build chemistry and…
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Check-ins with Senior Students
With graduation slowly coming into view, senior year feels like a mix of all emotions at once. For the Class of 2026, this final year of high school is about reflecting on how far…
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Should winterfest be a new tradition?
Spirit weeks, football games, and Homecoming often cluster in the fall, leaving the colder months feeling quiet and routine. That’s where the idea of Winterfest comes in. Winterfest could be a mid-year celebration designed…
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What is the best season for sports?
What would you do if you had to run a 100 meter race in below freezing temperatures? Leesville offers many different sports between the fall and spring seasons. But what time of year do…
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A Guide to Using Letterboxd
William Harvey, junior, has been a user of Letterboxd since 2023. Over text, Harvey said, “My favorite feature [on the app] is probably the ability to log movies I watch in a…
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Conan Gray’s Wishbone World Tour
Indie and synth pop artist Conan Gray is currently touring to promote his fourth studio album, “Wishbone.” The Wishbone World Tour is his second arena-level world tour, and he is stopping in major cities…
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I Finally Watched Singin’ in the Rain and Here are My Thoughts
Singin’ in the Rain is a 1952 movie musical comedy that society widely considers to be a classic because of its performances from the lead actors as well as its fun and upbeat soundtrack.…
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The LRHS Model UN attends conference at UNC Chapel Hill
Recently, the LRHS Model United Nations club attended a conference at UNC Chapel Hill, from February 27 through March 1. The delegates spent three days practicing diplomacy, enhancing their public speaking, and hanging out…
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Can boys and girls be just friends?
Can boys and girls be just friends? It’s a question that has puzzled adolescents globally for generations. In childhood, the gender of a playmate was irrelevant, but high school changed the game. As platonic…
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Is a traditional or a year-round calendar better?
In North Carolina, one of the few states where both traditional and year-round calendars are widely used, students and families often find themselves choosing between two very different approaches to the school year. Traditional…
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Guide to 2026-2027 Class Registration
All current Leesville 9th-11th graders will begin registration for the 2026-2027 school year soon. Students should have received a packet with information on classes being offered for next year in advisory on February 18.…
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Recap of Women’s Soccer Tryouts
Leesville Road High School was recently in the process of women’s soccer tryouts. The tryouts took place at the big field on Monday, Feb 15 — Wednesday, Feb 18. In order to try out…
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What are the best jewelry brands for teens?
Jewelry is very popular among high school students. It’s not just something you wear to a formal event or special occasion. Necklaces, rings, and bracelets are now part of daily outfits, whether that’s a…
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Which is better, the ACT or the SAT?
The SAT and ACT are both rigorous tests that give scores that students submit to colleges, impacting acceptance into colleges. The SAT has a reading section and a math section, while the ACT has…
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Crabtree’s new DICK’s House of Sport
DICK’S Sporting Goods is a household name for a majority of students here at Leesville. With hundreds of locations around the country, DICK’s is a one-stop shop for everything sports and has a loyal…
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Class of 2026 Senior Breakfast
On Wednesday, March 4, 2026, the LRHS PTSA hosted a senior breakfast for the graduating class of 2026. This breakfast marked the “100 days till graduation” milestone. The PTA provided Chick-fil-A and McDonald’s biscuits…
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Parke Sweater overrated
Parke is a clothing brand that was founded in 2022 by Chelsea Parke Kramer and started with upcycled denim. The brand has gained a lot of traction on numerous social media platforms for its…
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Wake County implements new controversial content filter
Recently, Wake County implemented a new online content filter on both school-issued devices and devices connected to the district’s Wifi network. The Board of Education approved a contract with Lightspeed Systems, which specializes in…
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How do small goals lead to success?
In high school, students are beginning to learn the basic skills of project management. Students must learn how to manage their academics, social life, and goals. Big goals are hard to achieve for…
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Raleigh’s Public Transit System is being updated
Most urban areas across the world have invested in some form of high-volume rapid transit, working to provide a cheaper, more sustainable alternative to driving for their citizens. The United States, however, has fallen…
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What Leesville’s new poetry club?
The poetry club started up at the beginning of the 25-26 school year. They meet the 2nd Thursday of every month from 2:30-3:00pm in room 234. Many students felt very passionate about poetry and…
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What do I need to know for the ACT?
All LRHS juniors are required to take the digital ACT on Thursday, March 5 at 7:25am. All juniors need to check their email for an email from Ms. Arwood with their room number assignment…
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Leesville Women’s Varsity Basketball Senior Night Recap
On February 5, 2026, the Leesville gym was filled with cheers, posters, and proud families as the Leesville Women’s Basketball celebrated senior night — the annual tradition honors graduating seniors for their dedication, leadership,…
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What are the benefits of being a multi-sport athlete?
Growing up playing multiple sports often builds a strong foundation that carries into high school. Those early experiences teach coordination, teamwork, and a love for competition that continues to grow with each season. For…
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Dress to Impress Review
Dress to Impress is a game on an app called Roblox. I had heard about Dress to Impress from a couple different people throughout the years but I had never given into the propaganda…
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Everything first-time voters need to know about the NC Primary Election
The 2026 Primary elections are underway. Leesville has many new voters, some of whom don’t even know they can vote in this primary election. Find out here if you are eligible and, if you…
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Revisiting the Luka NBA Trade A Year Later
On February 1, 2025, the Dallas Mavericks traded Luka Dončić to the Lakers in exchange for Anthony Davis. This trade shook the NBA, with other players like LeBron James, Devin Booker, and even Chiefs’…
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Leesville Younglife “Love Club”
Leesville Younglife hosted their first event of the new semester, just in time for Valentines Day. The aptly named “Love Club” featured love-themed karaoke and games. “I think it was a really good club,…
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A comparison between Sir Walter Scott and J.R.R. Tolkien
Many 20th century books that high schoolers read in English focus on the bleakness of humanity, with books like The Great Gatsby, To Kill a Mockingbird, and 1984 providing explicit criticisms about human nature…
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What is the HOSA Drive?
Students seeking a simple, meaningful way to earn service hours while giving back to the community have an exciting opportunity with the upcoming HOSA donation drive. For every three donated items, students receive one…
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How was the LRHS rising freshman open house?
Rising Leesville freshmen recently had the opportunity to explore what Leesville has to offer. On Wednesday, February 11, 2026 from 6:00-8:00pm, there were school community members present to make this event possible. Many of…
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Leesville Singing Valentines 2026
For Valentine’s Day, the LRHS intermediate chorus and Capital Pride will be preparing for their annual Singing Valentines. On February 13th, they visited various classrooms to perform songs for students. Students purchase a Singing…
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Leesville EF educational tour opportunities
Enrollment has opened for the upcoming EF Education Tours available to students at Leesville Road High School. These independent travel opportunities, taking place in the summer of 2027, allow students to earn high school…
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A new club arrives at Leesville
LRHS has welcomed a new opportunity for students who are interested in why people behave and think the way they do. The Psychology club is a student-led program that gives members a chance to…
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How does changing your classes works at LRHS?
As we approach the first in person, full week of the second semester, students are beginning to settle into schedules. While many students are satisfied with their classes, a large number will attempt to…
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Curling: everyone’s favorite Winter Olympic Sport
With the winter Olympics beginning in February, people settle in to watch a variety of niche sports that they only watch every two years. One of the most popular is curling. Players slide a…
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The Turning Point Super Bowl Halftime Show was a fail
When Bad Bunny—a U.S. citizen and the world’s most-streamed artist for four of the last six years—was announced as the Super Bowl LX halftime performer, Turning Point USA responded by organizing an “alternate” show.…
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When are LRHS 2026 Spring Sport Tryouts?
Spring sports are right around the corner and with that comes new challenges and opportunities for many Leesville student-athletes. Soccer tryouts will take place on the upper practice field; February 16 for seniors and…
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What is the controversy of the Ticketmaster Wars?
For many music fans, going to a concert used to be simple. You waited for tickets to go on sale, logged on at the right time, and purchased your ticket. Now, buying concert tickets…
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Who deserved to win the Grammys 2026?
On Sunday, February 1, the Grammys were held in Los Angeles. Music stars like Kendrick Lamar, Bad Bunny, Tyler, the Creator, Lady Gaga, and more were nominated for their respective songs. New artists like…
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A new Leesville family’s restaurant
Saigon Kitchen is a restaurant located at 321 S Blount St, Raleigh. As of late November 2025, the restaurant has been offering a cultural experience to downtown Raleigh through its authentic Vietnamese cuisine. The…
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The LRHS women’s JV Basketball season wraps up
As the LRHS JV women’s basketball season comes to an end, the team looks back on the tough competition and challenges they’ve had to overcome. Through months of hard work and difficult games, the…