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by John Thornton, staff writer October 25, 2019

Fruits, Flowers and Fundraisers

The Fruit and Flowers Fundraiser is used by the Leesville bands every year– these fundraisers become income for the Bands Club and students accounts. Fruit and Flowers has been a

by Gretchen Stern, staff writer October 25, 2019

A Day at the State Fair

On October 18, I walked through one of the many State Fair entrances looking forward to having a great night with two of my friends. The fair is a rite

by Marie Cox, junior editor October 24, 2019

Colleges’ opinions of digital portfolios

This year at Leesville, and across Wake County, students have had to create digital portfolios. Students design them to submit as a part of college applications, but do colleges really

by Mariah Kern, staff writer October 24, 2019

Why schools should start later

Student sleeping in class due to lack of sleep caused by early school start times. Teens need at least 8 hours of sleep, but they can’t because school starts too

by Alycia Melvin, staff writer October 23, 2019

Dance Ensemble

Dance Ensemble has a lot of school spirit and attends many events to represent Leesville. (Photo used by permission of Maggie Bell) At every event the Dance Ensemble attends, they

by Alycia Melvin, staff writer October 23, 2019

Are club presidents really leaders?

Club Presidents do not truly have a leadership role. In most clubs the president’s job is to start the meeting and introduce the club , no actual work and planning

by Brendan Shore, staff writer October 23, 2019

Mario Kart Tour Review

In case you haven’t heard by now, Nintendo recently released the highly anticipated Mario Kart Tour. Mario Kart Tour is the mobile version of the wildly popular Nintendo game Mario

by Jacob Polansky, senior editor October 23, 2019

Travel Wrestling: The Good, The Bad, The Unforgettable

As one grows increasingly adept at a sport, it is only natural for them to set their sights on larger playing fields. More competitive tournaments, stronger competitors, and locations with

by Chelsea Dinkenor, staff writer October 22, 2019

Lucy Leen, Leesville High School’s newspaper Editor-In-Chief, has accomplished many notable feats in her four years here, yet rarely receives any public recognition because it is strongly advised to not

by Natalie Gore, social media editor October 22, 2019

Senior crowns progress

Senior crowns are a Leesville tradition for homecoming every year. I’ve waited three years, and finally my time has come. (Photo courtesy of Natalie Gore) Every year, Leesville seniors receive

by Emma Nani, staff writer October 22, 2019

Is it time for a Homecoming dance again?

LRHS has gone several years since last holding a homecoming dance. Is it finally time to change that? (Photo used by permission of Rachel Alvis) Highlights of going to a

by John Thornton, staff writer October 22, 2019

IS by Khary album review

Khary is an up-and-coming rapper from Rhode Island and began his career in 2017 with his debut album, Tidal Graves. Khary’s music has gotten more unique over the years. His

by Chelsea Dinkenor, staff writer October 21, 2019

Welcome to Leesville (and America), Vasco!

Vasco Aspillaga, an eleventh grade student here at Leesville, moved from Peru less than a week before the 2019-2020 school year began. You thought your freshman jitters were a real

by Natalie Gore, social media editor October 21, 2019

Why We Should Appreciate TikTok

Critical thinking skills, such as creativity and problem solving, are talents that teachers attempt to implement in students’ minds throughout their school career. From building macaroni necklaces in kindergarten to

by Natalie Gore, social media editor October 21, 2019

The 7 Trumpets Theory

The Book of Revelation is the last book of the New Testament of the Bible. In Revelation 8:6, the “seven angels which had their seven trumpets prepared themselves to sound.” The

by Jacob Polansky, senior editor October 21, 2019

Argument Series 1: Paying on dates

J: Some say chivalry is dead; I say it’s changed. A: The expectation for men to pay for dates is simply outdated. The tradition initially started before female employment needs

by Keeli Johnson, staff writer October 21, 2019

Tall Girl is a Major Disappointment

Netflix gives me no hope for the future. With movies like The Perfect Date, The Kissing Booth, and now Tall Girl, Netflix learned that bad movies are more popular than

by Sarah Jumma, senior editor October 21, 2019

Hustler’s; The Truth of the True Story

Hustlers made its debut on the big screen halfway through September and has raised a variety of reviews since then. The true story details the life of Destiny, a hard-working

by Keeli Johnson, staff writer October 21, 2019

Wayward Son Review

Few things give me joy in this world– Rainbow Rowell books are one of them. Her books are disarmingly relatable which is why I’ve been hyped for Wayward Son, the

by Keeli Johnson, staff writer October 21, 2019

Popular Games Right Now

The gaming community is currently thriving off of new releases, old favorites, and reinvented classics on new platforms. Personally, I’m loving the communal interest in creative and competitive gaming. Ranked

by Marie Cox, junior editor October 18, 2019

Apple v.s Android

If you’re buying a new smartphone today, chances are very good that it will run one of two operating systems: Google’s Android or Apple’s iOS. Both smartphone operating systems are

by Ellie Thompson, staff writer October 18, 2019

Leesville art in the State Fair

Thalia Graves works diligently on a Halloween-themed piece. She will be showcasing one of her pieces, named Red Robin, this month at the NC State Fair. (Photo Courtesy of Ellie

by Gretchen Stern, staff writer October 18, 2019

Downton Abbey: Movie Review

When Downton Abbey came out with its first episode in 2010, it was something new and intriguing. Fifty-two episodes and five years later the show ended, but fans didn’t realize

by Rachel Fearn, staff writer October 18, 2019

Queer Eye

Caption: Jonathan Van Ness gives a speech to his old high school about their planned makeover for one of the teachers. The ‘Fab Five’ plan on improving her life throughout

by Greyson Rupert, staff writer October 17, 2019

Ghost Recon: Breakpoint review

Ghost Recon: Breakpoint released on October 4 and is the fifteenth game to be released for the Ghost Recon series. Having played the closed and open beta, I had a

by Alexis Taylor, staff writer October 17, 2019

The Burns Effect

Ken Burns, producer of many award winning documentaries. Burns’ released his latest production, Country Music, last month. (Photo used by permission of David Hume Kennerly) Last month, American filmmaker Ken

by Greyson Rupert, staff writer October 17, 2019

Mortal Kombat 11 adds “The Terminator” character to it’s roster

When hearing the words, “I’ll be back,” some people think of the 1980’s classic, “Terminator,” starring Arnold Shwarzeneggar as a massive, hulking machine known as the model T-101. In the

by Alexis Taylor, staff writer October 17, 2019

The Hidden Impact of Student Drivers

Leesville students beginning to leave campus after a day at school. These are just the first few student drivers of hundreds that were lucky to get out of the parking

by Jacob Polansky, senior editor October 17, 2019

Joker: A Tragic But Flawed Origin

For nearly a century, DC Comics dominated the superhero scene, utterly quashing lowely competitors such as Marvel Comics. Batman, Superman, and the entirety of the Justice League are the brain

by Abigail Mabe, staff writer October 15, 2019

Dalia Hasan Feature

Dalia Hasan (third from the right) stands with her team after the 2018 State Championship race. She hopes to compete in the 2019 State championship this coming year to keep

by Jacob Smith, staff writer October 15, 2019

Are Young People Moving Towards the Left, or the Center?

(From left to right: DeKeriah Webb, Leah Ervine, Taylor Potts, Sarah Cash, Tahalia Nira, Trinity Cash, Jacob Smith) Leesville students sit in a focus group to learn about Socialistic ideas

by Jacob Smith, staff writer October 15, 2019

Big Mouth Season 3 Review

Big Mouth’s opening “Changes” has become a classic to fans who listen to the song at the beginning of every beloved episode. (Photo courtesy of Jacob Smith) Crude, vulgar, a

by Ellie Thompson, staff writer October 15, 2019

Erica Knightstep: the story behind this book lover

Mrs. Knightstep enjoys any and all books, as well as finding joy in vacationing with her family. (Photo Courtesy of Erica Knightstep) When you enter the media center at Leesville,

by Rachel Fearn, staff writer October 15, 2019

Leesville Liaisons

Leesville has created a program for new students arriving to Leesville. Liaisons is a group of veteran students who come together to help new kids feel more welcome in the

by Chase Dutton, staff writer October 14, 2019

The impact of giving blood

Every year, millions of people across the globe need blood. Whether to cure disease or escape death, blood is donated to ensure the health of others worldwide. Blood centers around

by Chase Dutton, staff writer October 14, 2019

The impact of chemistry

Chemistry is seen to be one of the hardest classes a student can take at Leesville Road High school. The course is more focused toward sophomores rather than upperclassmen or

by Lyric Chassin, staff writer October 14, 2019

How companies and consumers are making the switch to sustainable fashion

There is more caution surrounding production and purchasing since the media is shedding more light on the environmental impacts of fast fashion in recent years. The education enables people to

by Francis Fleming, staff writer October 14, 2019

Music in the Pride

Music plays a big role in a lot of people’s lives because there are so many ways people can use music to better themselves. Some people use music to focus

by Greyson Rupert, staff writer October 14, 2019

Is the new Call of Duty what fans wanted all along?

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare drops on October 25, and many old and new fans are pre-ordering the franchise’s chance at redemption. It features new graphics, modern weapons, and an

by Brendan Shore, staff writer October 14, 2019

Newspaper Behind The Scenes

When I was a freshman, I would always look forward to picking up the newspaper outside Mr. Broer’s room, and in my spare time, I would scroll through the newspaper

by Brendan Shore, staff writer October 14, 2019

Preparations for the Fall Show Begin

Putting on any play is difficult. Add on a brand-new director, historical fiction, and a drama like Radium Girls, and you’ve got a daunting task on your hands. Luckily, Leesville

by Kaitlyn Stocum, senior editor October 14, 2019

Bojangles’ isn’t that good

Over three years of writing for The Mycenaean, I’ve written about Cookout and Tropical Smoothie, some of the most popular fast food restaurants that Leesville students eat at. But as

by Lucy Leen, editor in chief October 11, 2019

Mitchell Mayes Spotlight

by Gretchen Stern, staff writer October 11, 2019

The Foreign Exchange Experience

Foreign exchange is a unique opportunity for an exciting adventure: Students are part of a program where they study abroad at a partner institution of the program they are a

by Chelsea Dinkenor, staff writer October 8, 2019

Fall Festivities

Pumpkin Picking Fall would be incomplete without the infamous, side of the road pumpkin shacks selling overpriced pumpkins while families pose in barrels of hay in matching flannels, a sight

by Matt Wiener, senior staff writer October 8, 2019

Defense, Doss and Moore Lead The Pride Over Sanderson

The score is 7-3 (Pride), and Leesville’s defense is once again back out on the field in the first half. Jaxon Masterson, Sanderson quarterback, is leading his Spartans down the

by Chelsea Dinkenor, staff writer October 8, 2019

Sophie Cho: Morehead Scholar, where she is now.

In 2019, thousands of eager applicants awaited the results of the Morehead-Cain scholarship, and former student, Sophie Cho was among those given the honorable news. Sophie Cho, a student at

by Rachel Fearn, staff writer October 8, 2019

Spirit Wear at Football Games

Friday night football is a high school tradition. At LRHS, students dress up according to a theme, and cheer in their student section to hype up their team. The themes

by Mariah Kern, staff writer October 7, 2019

Racial disparities in prisons

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by Alycia Melvin, staff writer October 6, 2019

The Band Wins After Tons of Obstacles

The Leesville Road High School Band always dominates their competition–their preparation for the season is intense to insure their wins. This year, however, the band has encountered some unexpected obstacles.

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