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Leesville confessions
Cheating Girlfriend… Dear LRHS confessions–I have a problem. I think my girlfriend is cheating on me and I don’t know what to do. I, 16m, have been dating my girlfriend, 15f, for 6 months.…
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Is it better to be the only sibling at home?
Growing up with siblings has its ups and downs, especially if you are the youngest. Once your sibling goes off to college, you get this feeling that nothing feels completely right. The house feels…
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Thanksgiving Traditions and Plans
Thanksgiving break is coming up, from Wednesday, November 26 to Sunday, November 30. Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on different aspects in life and show appreciation for everything you have. Students spend Thanksgiving…
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Are AP classes worth it
Advanced Placement classes are offered at Leesville for students who wish to challenge themselves more than they would in an honors class. There are several advantages to taking these AP classes, including an increased…
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Leesville Exam Schedule and Policy
This year, exams for the end of semester one will take place January 16 through January 23. These final exams count as 20% of a student’s overall grade. There is a policy where students…
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The Outsiders at DPAC review
The Outsiders musical premiered on Broadway on April 11, 2024. Based on the 1967 book and the 1983 movie of the same name, the story follows greaser Ponyboy Curtis navigating life in the town…
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The logistics of Santa Claus
The infamous Santa Claus has existed for hundreds of years – continuously spreading Christmas spirit and making millions of children’s Christmas mornings special. Old Saint Nick relies on his magic, elves, and reindeer to…
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LRHS Thanksgiving traditions and plans
Thanksgiving break is coming up, from Wednesday, November 26 to Sunday, November 30. Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on different aspects in life and show appreciation for everything you have. Students spend Thanksgiving…
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Project Hail Mary Book Review
Project Hail Mary is a science fiction novel by Andy Weir, who is also famous for his best-selling book The Martian. Weir published Project Hail Mary in 2021, but it recently gained popularity due…
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Exciting new winter traditions at Leesville
This year, Leesville has embraced new traditions to make the winter season more festive. From community service to decorating the halls, Leesville’s students are set on making this December memorable. The Leesville Blizzard is…
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When do LRHS students celebrate Christmas?
The month of December is a time of celebration for most everyone. Major holidays like Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa all occur. Out of these three holidays, Christmas is the only one that’s widely celebrated…
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The amazing Jake Minch concert in Durham
On November 17, 2025, Jake Minch performed at the Motorco Music Hall in Durham, NC, as part of his “More George on Tour” tour with Darryl Rahn as an opener. Jake Minch is a…
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LRHS upcoming exam schedule and policies
This year, exams for the end of semester one will take place January 16 through January 23. These final exams count as 20% of a student’s overall grade. There is a policy where students…
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Christmas Decorations: After Halloween or Thanksgiving?
After Halloween, the Halloween decorations start to be put away, and people transition into the next season of the year. The debate has been going on for years and years about when exactly Christmas…
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Black Friday and Cyber Monday: History, Purpose, and Effects
Every year, as soon as Thanksgiving is over and the fall decor starts to go away, people begin to turn their attention to one thing: shopping. Black Friday and Cyber Monday have become two…
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Are AP classes worth it?
Advanced Placement classes are offered at Leesville for students who wish to challenge themselves more than they would in an honors class. There are several advantages to taking these AP classes, including an increased…
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The 2025 Raleigh Christmas Parade
Recently, ABC 11 hosted its classic Raleigh Christmas Parade, marking the 81st year of the floats lining the streets. This year’s parade was a smashing success, and many of our own students even took…
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Lost Christmas Traditions
As the holiday season approaches, many of us reflect on cherished traditions that make Christmas feel special. However, some beloved customs have faded into the past over the years, leaving us to wonder what…
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Banned Books: The 48 Laws of Power
The question of whether The 48 Laws of Power should be banned at Leesville is worth exploring, especially as we consider the implications of banning any book. While Robert Greene’s work delves into manipulation…
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Alice in Wonderland: The Dark Truth Behind the Madness
Many of us are familiar with the story of Alice in Wonderland. A curious girl stumbles down a rabbit hole into a world of complete nonsense, where she then attempts to find her way…
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How are Christmas and New Years Different?
Separated by a total of six days, Christmas and New Years mark the end of the year. Even though they are very close on a calendar, they could not be more different. Christmas is…
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What Holiday Events are Around the Triangle?
As the holiday season approaches, the North Carolina Triangle starts to have a little more holiday cheer. The cool weather, early sunsets, and decorated neighborhoods all signal exciting winter traditions. From the illuminating lanterns…
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The MLB Free Agency heats up
After the Los Angeles Dodgers won back-to-back World Series titles, other teams began scrambling to acquire better assets. Free Agency, a system where players are no longer restricted to their teams and are allowed…
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Issues with Sora AI
Sora AI is a new tool made by OpenAI that can create very realistic videos just from written text. While this sounds exciting, it also brings serious problems that people should think about before…
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Addams Family Auditions
Leesville’s theatre department is currently in the middle of audition week for their spring musical, The Addams Family. Auditions were held on Monday, December 1, and Tuesday, December 2, with callbacks on Thursday, December…
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Beyond the Breaking Point: The Toxic Culture of High School Achievement
I’m currently in my senior year of high school, and it’s that time of year again: early action college admissions decisions are being released. Seniors planning to attend college have spent the past three…
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Student Spotlight: Avery Carroll
Avery Caroll is a musician and artist here at Leesville, improving her talent over the past few years. Avery plays both the violin and the piano, a rare combination for young musicians. “I’ve played…
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Cultural bites
This December issue I decided I wanted to do something different for my page, I wanted to meet with people from different backgrounds and ethnicities to see where we all unite. I thought, and…
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Are Apple’s Over-Ear Headphones Worth It?
Released in 2020 and updated in 2024, AirPod Max’s are Apple’s only over-ear headphones. These headphones offer pro-level active noise cancellation, allowing users to control what they hear or don’t hear with the click…
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Zootopia 2 Review
After the release of Zootopia in 2016, fans have been eager for a star-studded return of characters to the big screen. Zootopia 2 dives deeper into the world of Zootopia, where the movie takes…
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All the ruckus about Ruckus
Ruckus Scratch Kitchen opened up this June and has been a huge hit. When I went, the food was good, but it was a little expensive. My favorite thing I’ve had there was the…
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The Silent Patients, a thrill to read
The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides is a psychological thriller that will have you on the edge of your seat for all 352 pages. Celadon Books published the novel on February 5, 2019. The…
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Taco Bell is one of the best overall off-campus lunch locations near Leesville
By far the greatest aspect of Taco Bell is the cost. The low cost of food here is easily the greatest appeal for me, as it is for a lot of people. An (albeit…
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Wild about Wicked; For Good
On November 21, Wicked: For Good dropped in theaters, the second installment of the first film based on the popular musical. Fans ran to the theaters in anticipation, excited to see how the Wicked…
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The power of a hype songs
There’s always a moment when anticipation starts to rise before any big game, match, performance, or competition. Then someone presses play, the beat drops, and suddenly everyone is focused or “locked in.” This is…
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Fashion trends 2025 going into the new year
Adding new pieces to your closet can be tricky, but the fashion trends of 2025 are a good place to start. This year has had numerous fashion trends — some are throwbacks, some are…
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Club Sports Impact on High School Sports
As high school sports and club sports seasons continue to be in full swing, many students find themselves caught between two demanding schedules. With overlapping seasons, students are forced to make tough decisions about…
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How does violents seen in society and media impact students
On paper, schools are safer than ever – with more advanced security systems, metal detectors, clear backpacks, and a significant decrease in school shootings. So, why do roughly a third of students in the…
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Tropical Smoothie Cafe review
Tropical Smoothie Cafe is a “fast casual” restaurant. It serves smoothies and tasty breakfast/lunch foods with a tropical vibe. LRHS students frequent the location at Brennan Station; its relative proximity to school, combined with…
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Book Review: Funny Story by Emily Henry
Funny Story is a romance novel by NYT bestselling author Emily Henry. Published in 2024, it quickly attracted a large BookTok fanbase. *NOTE: MAY CONTAIN SPOILERS. READ AT YOUR OWN RISK* The story follows…
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Hannah Allen; a triple threat
Hannah Allen is a senior who is involved in three different arts departments at LRHS: dance, chorus, and theatre. “I’ve been dancing since I was three, and I’ve been doing other arts probably since…
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North Carolina Students are being robbed
School choice is a program that allows taxpayers to apply for publicly funded scholarships for private schools. It began as a program to delay the effects of school desegregation on privileged white students. Modern…
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Sabrina Carpenter is only popular because of the way society reacts to women sexualizing their bodies
“Have you ever tried this one?” is one of Sabrina Carpenter’s most famous song lyrics. It is viral on Spotify, TikTok, and most importantly, in the minds of the American people. Such simple words…
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I gave up my phone for 24 hours
I did not realize how dependent on my phone I was until I tried to go a day without it. I have never considered myself addicted to social media, but this 24-hour detox made…
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I gave up AI and I suffered
Chatbots are Gen Z and Gen Alpha’s new best friend. Chatbots are a form of artificial intelligence (AI) that allow for students to have a personalized, human-like conversation with technology that has access to…
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Leesville Hosts Toys for Tots December Drive
On December 3-12, Leesville Road High School is hosting a toy drive for Toys for Tots. Donations will be accepted in the media center. Students can earn up to two service hours for donating…
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What is the Best Christmas Movie Genre?
The Christmas season is in full swing. But what better way to get into the Christmas spirit than to cuddle up with your favorite people and watch Christmas movies. Watching Christmas movies is an…
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Society is desensitized to violence
In the United States, constant access to information exposes people to violence on a daily basis. The media floods us with reports and recounts of “another bad thing” that took place in society on…
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Hot take: Squatted trucks are beyond unnecessary
Nearly everywhere you look, you’ll see a truck; that’s an average North Carolinian experience. However, nearly everyone has experienced the less-than-desirable sound of a truck rumbling past with its muffler off. Picture this: you’re…