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by Alexis Taylor, staff writer October 31, 2019

This is Halloween: How do High Schoolers celebrate Halloween?

How do students at LRHS celebrate Halloween? Halloween for 2019 will be on Thursday, October 31. (Photo courtesy of Alexis Taylor) It’s that time of year again. The night for

by Jacob Smith, staff writer October 30, 2019

Trick or Treat For UNICEF

These charming orange boxes aren’t just to raise money for any old cause, the donations in this box can really increase a needy child’s standard of living. (Photo courtesy of

by Jacob Smith, staff writer October 30, 2019

What’s Marine Ecology’s Project All About?

Marine ecology students set up their presentations in the library. They dress formally to impress curious professors and doting parents. (Photo courtesy of Jacob Smith) The school may not hold

by Abigail Mabe, staff writer October 30, 2019

Slang

If you listen carefully to high school conversations, you will most likely hear some teenage slang. Take a look at what these words mean, how to use them, when to

by Emma Nani, staff writer October 29, 2019

Leesville VS Broughton volleyball games end in defeat for the Pride

Kaitlyn Canelas, junior, and Mary May, senior, block Jade Demps’ hit during their Monday night game. It was Leesville’s last home game and senior night. (Photo courtesy of Emma Nani)

by Marie Cox, junior editor October 29, 2019

Two perspectives on the NC State Fair

NC State fair by Marie Cox & Keeli Johnson on Exposure

by Marie Cox, junior editor October 29, 2019

Inktober at Leesville

Inktober is celebrating its tenth year as a challenge. Throughout the whole month of October, art students and art enthusiasts use their skills to create ink drawings. (Photo used by

by Greyson Rupert, staff writer October 29, 2019

School Spirit Week – A Overall Success?

School Spirit Week is over, and Leesville certainly looks brighter than the week before. After all of the cool costumes and bright style of outfits, the morale of LRHS seems

by Emma Nani, staff writer October 28, 2019

ITS prepares for their annual Haunted House

One of ITS’ jobs for their haunted hospital was advertising. This poster was sent out via social media describing the event. (Photo courtesy of Emma Nani) The International Thespian Society

by Rachel Fearn, staff writer October 28, 2019

Panic Point Analysis

Mary May and other LRHS students visit Panic Point. They love being scared by the actors and decorations. Used with permission by Mary May. Some people hate clowns, the dark,

by Jannah Said, junior editor October 25, 2019

Eid: a New Day Off

The Wake County Public School System grants students vacation days for holidays such as Christmas and Good Friday. It also plans teacher workdays on a number of other holidays– especially

by Kaitlyn Stocum, senior editor October 25, 2019

Leesville gymnastics wins Cap-7

This past weekend, the Leesville gymnastics team won the Cap-7 conference — with only four competitors on its team. The team consists of Lauren Wiener and Brooke Dunkley, juniors, and

by Matt Wiener, senior staff writer October 25, 2019

Leesville Homecoming Evening

PREGAME — by Brendan Shore, staff writer Just like any Homecoming week, the spirit last week at the home of the Pride was at an all time high. Students dressed

by Abigail Mabe, staff writer October 25, 2019

All around people are getting ready for Halloween, and trick or treating is about to commence. As children and teenagers get their costumes ready, they contemplate Halloween plans…should High Schoolers

by Amanda Ray, senior editor October 25, 2019

You’re sleeping on naps(or are you?)

Note to Jake: whatever garbage you come up with is wrong. Naps are superior and NOBODY can convince me otherwise. When I’m 127 and people ask me how I’m still

by Natalie Gore, social media editor October 25, 2019

Workin’ Moms Review

I’m going to be completely honest here. I love The Office, I love Scandal, and I love Orange Is the New Black. My favorite genres of TV range from comedy

by Chelsea Dinkenor, staff writer October 25, 2019

Morning Routines

For a long time there has been a saying: “two types of girls.” At Leesville there is clearly a divide between those who value sleep and those who value waking

by Alexis Taylor, staff writer October 25, 2019

The Washington National Cathedral

(The Washington National Cathedral in Washington DC. The cathedral is open to the public and has regular services every Sunday. (Photo used by permission of soomness.) On Saturday, October 12,

by Lyric Chassin, staff writer October 25, 2019

How sustainable companies are giving back to the Earth

As companies have begun to make the transition from producing their items unethically to being more sustainable, it has become important to many consumers to only support companies that are

by Maddie Bimonte, senior staff writer October 25, 2019

What revisiting kindergarten taught me

As I walked through the hallways of Brier Creek Elementary School, everything seemed the same. For one, the school did not seem that much smaller, since I only grew maybe

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

Who is Lucy Leen?

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

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