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Bernie Goes Viral
A picture of Bernie Sanders taken at the inauguration of Joe Biden in Washington DC (Photo Courtesy photo domain) Wearing a winter coat, a mask, and mittens, Bernie Sanders watches the presidential inauguration of…
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Quick Bites
Contributors: Cassidy Farrell and Lauren Taylor Minecat @georgieroseblanchard baby zombie #catsoftiktok #minecraft #minecrafttiktok ♬ Minecraft Ambient Effects DoubleDeeOGee – DoubleDeeOGee Everyone knows it is easier to play Minecraft when your cat is helping you,…
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Has Time Changed Students’ and Teachers’ Thoughts about Online School?
As of Monday, January 20, high school students have completed a full semester of online learning. For some students and teachers, this time and experience has changed their view of online learning for the…
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Lupin, a Surprising Success
American shows and movies usually fill Netflix’s Top Ten, but not this week. Lupin, a French TV show, has taken and kept a spot on the board. (Photo courtesy of Savannah Sinor). On January…
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Biden’s Inaugural Entertainment Stole the Show
President Joseph R. Biden was sworn in as the 46th President of the United States on January 20, 2020. While that was the biggest event of the day, Biden’s inauguration took the breath away…
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How to Stay Grounded During Second Semester
Before COVID, the second semester of the school year marked a fresh start in classes, people, and experiences. Now, with the absence of the face-to-face interaction and the continuation of entirely virtual classes, the…
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New Virtual Open House
Evolution is the theme of student’s lives through this pandemic. Adapting to virtual learning, adjusting to new learning environments, and juggling mental health on top of grades challenges us every day. Now, our parents…
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Marvel’s Newest Show: WandaVision
Marvel has released their newest show WandaVision on Disney+. (Photo courtesy of Cassidy Farrell) Ever since Spiderman: Far From Home came out in July 2019, Marvel fans have eagerly waited for new content. Months…
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A Tribute to Minecraft
As the soft piano melody of the C418 track begins to play, a flashback of childhood memories comes back. Minecraft brings a rush of nostalgia for those who once played in their youth. (Photo…
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Amanda Gorman’s Poem “The Hill We Climb” Stole the Show at the Inauguration
Youth Poet Laureate Amanda Gorman speaks at the Inauguration of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. (Photo courtesy of Sydney Kaelin) Amongst a multitude of powerful speeches and performances during Wednesday’s presidential…
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Quick Bites
Contributors: Lyric Chassin and Gretchen Stern Bernie Sanders Mitten Meme Photo from Getty Images Ever since Bernie Sanders was spotted in his infamous jacket and a new pair of mittens at Joe Biden’s…
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Student Opinions on Exams
All exams looked different in this COVID crazy time. Multiple-choice exams were just one example of how teachers could format their end-of-course test, alongside essays and projects. (Photo in Public Domain) Exam week…
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Leesville’s Midyear Graduation
Leesville held its midyear graduation for all seniors graduating early. Madelynn Fisher (right), senior, graduated at 4:20 p.m. in the Media Center. Allison Dood (left) was one of the 10 guests allowed to attend…
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“Driver’s License” Drama
Olivia Rodrigo and Jousha Bassett are two young Disney stars who recently find themselves with a lot of media attention. The drama revolving around their new songs and personal relationship has many hooked. (Photo…
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Quick Bites
Contributors: Ellie Bruno and Gretchen Stern K-Pop Twitter Rises Again Me: #ImpeachBidenNow is trending? WTF? Also me when I see it was k-pop highjacked: pic.twitter.com/DkHoj6Hq5H — Erin (@3isahandful) January 22, 2021 When #ImpeachBidenNow began…
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Trumpism Won’t Die Out After He’s Out of Office
Trump supporters stormed the Capitol building in attempts to stop the certification of President-elect Biden’s win. While they were unsuccessful, these rioters still caused five deaths and thousands in property damage. (Photo courtesy of…
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Beach Bunny Blame Game Review
Friday, January 15, the Chicago indie band Beach Bunny released their new four-track long EP Blame Game. Although short, this EP stands out as being bolder from their previous works in both sound and…
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What’s Trending from the 2021 Inauguration?
Michelle Obama’s Inauguration Fit It wasn’t too soon after the Obamas’ entrance that the internet began raving about Michelle Obama’s outfit. Walking alongside her husband, looking incredibly gorgeous, Michelle Obama was seen in Sergio…
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Quick Bites
Contributors: Lauren Taylor and Lyric Chassin Anything Can Be a Guitar Pick View this post on Instagram A post shared by Chibson USA (@chibson_usa) Wondering what to do with leftover bread clips? Look no…
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New Year, Same Resolutions
New Year’s resolutions have existed for as long as anyone can remember. But why exactly are they so deeply ingrained in the holiday culture? (Photo in the public domain) The new year has officially…
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Olivia Jade Giannulli Opens Up About Her Family’s Mistake
Olivia Jade Giannulli opens up about her feelings after her parent’s arrest. Jade joined Jada Pinkett Smith on her show “Red Table Talk” to voice her side of the story. (Photo Courtesy: Public Domain)…
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The Beauty of The Queen’s Gambit
Beth, the protagonist, balances beauty and power. As viewers watch her mature, she also gains confidence in her style. (Photo courtesy of Netflix) *This article contains spoilers* The Queen’s Gambit is a Netflix original…
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Tik Tok Satire
Tik Tok is a beneficial and good use of time throughout the day. The worldwide social media app provides influential information and entertainment for all ages. (Photo courtesy of Chase Dutton) Tik Tok is…
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Duke’s Second-Half Surge Propels Them to a Win
Duke plays their second game in 4 days after a 21-day break due to a COVID-19 outbreak in the Blue Devil program. Wake Forest also had a break of their own earlier in the…
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Review of Bridgerton
Netflix’s Bridgerton is making waves with the show’s plot. Based on Julia Quinn’s 8 novels of the Bridgerton series, viewers immerse themselves in this 1800’s English romance. I watched the first episode of this…
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Final Exams vs. Final Projects
Finals are almost here, but what students should prepare for depends on whether it is an exam or a project. Though this semester will differ from the average testing session because of COVID. For…
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Quick Bites: The Internet’s Latest News
Contributors: Ellie Bruno and Cassidy Farrell Historical Skip Donald Trump tweeted earlier this afternoon that he would not be attending President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration. This is the first time since 1869 that a President…
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The Virtual Rift
Online learning is a new experience for most of the Leesville student body. Some grade levels are adapting better than others, but surprisingly, success is spreading across the board. (Photo courtesy of Ellie Bruno)…
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Review of Wonder Woman 1984
“WW84” is now available for fan’s enjoyment on HBO Max and in some theaters across the nation. The cinematic film is packed full of heroism and action films that brought fans back to the…
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January 6: The Consequences of Misleading the People
The Capitol building is hailed as the people’s house, and no group had taken over the building in 200 years until a group of American rioters stormed the building on January 6, 2021. (Photo…
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Buying a Ukulele? Here’s Where to Start
When it comes to buying a ukulele there are thousands of options available all in different prices and styles. This variability can make finding the right instrument a challenge, especially for those who are…
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Nights of Lights
WRAL hosted the Night of Lights, a Covid-friendly drive through light show held in Dorothea Dix Park. This show proved to be extremely popular, as all nights were quickly sold out and some…
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Rise in Covid Cases
It’s hard to believe that it’s been almost a year since we have been forced to quarantine for our safety and the safety of the people around us. Going into 2021 the total cases…
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Prepping for the SAT
Most high school students have to complete the long exam known as the SAT at least once in their lives, which means having to study for it in advance — or in some cases,…
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Ways to Improve Your Year in 2021
Setting attainable Goals When it comes to setting goals, people tend to set extreme unattainable goals hoping that they’ll get somewhere even if they don’t reach the particular plan. Having impossible goals is a…
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Wonder Woman 1984 Review
Wonder Woman 1984 released in theaters and on HBO Max on Christmas day. (Photo courtesy of Sydney Kaelin) SPOILERS AHEAD Over three years after Wonder Woman became the tenth highest-grossing film of 2017, DC…
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Upcoming Marvel Films
Every year, once a year, Disney (who owns Marvel) releases a list of upcoming films at Disney Investor Day. Now that Marvel’s “Avengers: Endgame” is over, many have been wondering what’s next in the…
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Social Media Trends to Look For in 2021
More people spending extra time on social media in 2020 pushed apps to release new capabilities and content. New users also drove changes in what became popular to post, share, and like. (Photo courtesy…
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Democrats Will Control The US Senate
Democrats Jon Ossoff and Reverend Raphael Warnock have both won their Senate runoff races in Georgia. Their wins mean Democrats will control the US Senate. (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.) It’s official. The…
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NC State Falls Short in Overtime Against Clemson
The NC State Wolfpack looks to remain undefeated in conference play on the road against a Clemson Tigers team that is ranked nineteenth in the nation. NC State is 1-0 against ranked opponents (79-76…
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Volunteering at the YMCA
Contributors: Gretchen Stern and Ashlyn Watkins In this clip, Oliver talks in-depth about the general volunteer program at the YMCA — how it works and what they do for the community. In this second…
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A History of Witches
It’s unclear exactly when witches came on the historical scene, but one of the earliest records of a witch is in the Bible. From there, the concept of witches and witchcraft has taken quite…
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Quick Bites
NYC’s Star Rat View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jonothon Lyons (@jonothonlyons) “Buddy the Rat” aka John Lyon is a performance artist in NYC. He created the character back in 2009…
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Family Vloggers Exposed
The 8 Passengers family is pictured here with the parents, Ruby and Kevin, and their six children. They have over 2 million subscribers and receive hundreds of thousands of views on their vlogs. (Photo…
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A-Z Albums: Classic Rock
In the mid to late 20th century, many people associated classic rock with rebellion. Today, the style of rock and roll inspires many and is prevalent in mainstream music. (Photo courtesy of Lyric Chassin)…
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Why You Should Consider Going to the Ski Slopes This Winter:
North Carolina is home to many beautiful ski resorts, such as Appalachian, Sugar, Beech, and Cataloochee, all providing a fun time with a low transmission activity. Pictured is 5506′ Skybar at Beech Mountain (Photo…
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The 117th Congress is Sworn In
The 2020 election narrowed both chambers of Congress. The House of Representatives has a slim Democratic majority, while control of the Senate is still up in the air. (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.) November…
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2020, the Year that Keeps on Giving. Not.
Latex gloves hold a masked globe, indicative of the virus that has spread across the world, disrupting people’s lives. (Photo courtesy of Anna Shvets on Pexels) Even if you might not want to remember,…
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Why give to Christmas Charities?
In addition to presents, trees, holiday parties, and family, donations are a popular part of the Christmas season. It is a time filled with increased giving, yielding a 42% jump in charitable giving during…
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A New Hope
“It’s just like the light at the end of the tunnel has shown us how stinky and bad the tunnel is.” Breaking character on SNL Saturday 12, veteran comedian Kate McKinnon let loose that…