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Pride Production’s Winter Show
Cindy Marcus and Flip Kobler’s A Virtual Christmas Carol is Leesville’s first show for the 2020-2021 school year. (Photo courtesy of Marie Cox) Leesville’s drama department is presenting a live stream performance of A…
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The Show Must Go On – A Virtual Christmas Carol
With all the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic, the LRHS honors theatre class prepares a new way to bring this year’s play to you at home.Through social distanced rehearsals and determination, the LRHS theatre…
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How to Survive Thanksgiving With Your Family
Thanksgiving often means a fancy table with holiday decorations. However, many families do not achieve this level of niceness at their own tables. (Photo Courtesy of Hello Fresh) Thanksgiving is a holiday that is…
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Quick Bites
Contributors: Ellie Bruno National Heather Day 3rd of December: *exists*Everyone who has ever listened to Heather by Conan Gray: pic.twitter.com/TMPh7a5Pq5 — Priyanshi🌈 (@Priyanshayy) December 3, 2020 Conan Gray — 21 year-old pop sensation…
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Holiday Activities Around the Triangle
This holiday season, people are struggling to find events to attend and activities to do safely. Here are a few fun and family-friendly activities you can do this year. (Photo from @raleighhiddengems on Instagram)…
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What Does Black Friday Look Like in 2020?
This sign can be found posted everywhere around the cities in the United States before the day-long event referred to as Black Friday. Stores prepare for in-store and online sales that are open to…
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Thank You Leesville
Two Leesville seniors take a trip down memory lane, reflecting on their four years at Leesville. Paige Van Gorden, a freshman at Appalachian State University, describes her four years as a rollercoaster ride. “There…
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“Monster” by Shawn Mendes and Justin Bieber
The two famous Canadian stars join forces to create “Monster.” It is song two of Mendes’s upcoming album, and another new single for Bieber after collaborations with Ariana Grande and others. (Photo Courtesy of…
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Opinion: Restaurant Workers Perspective on COVID
Restaurants were some of the first businesses to close when the pandemic started. Now with more and more restrictions lifted, some are becoming superspreaders. (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.) As the United States as…
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NoRa Cafe: More Than Just a Coffee Shop
At NoRa Cafe you can expect a warm welcome, great company, and delicious treats 100% of the time — it is a special treasure in North Raleigh. Located on the corner of Ray Road…
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Quick Bites
Contributors: Cassidy Farrell Dog Gets a Puppy @maddy_harding Our dog Hadley meeting her sister #fyp #merrychristmas #christmas #pup #puppy #dogsoftiktok #dogs #doggosdoingthings #surprise #cute #babydoggy ♬ Ice Dance (From “Edward Scissorhands”) – Ashton Gleckman…
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Homicide investigation of Quawan Charles
Quawan Charles, a 15-year-old, went missing on October 30 and was found dead on November 3 in a sugar cane located in Loreauville, Louisiana, 20 miles away from his father’s home in Baldwin, Louisiana. …
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Ways to Overcome Pandemic Fatigue
Almost a year into a world-wide pandemic, many are feeling the effects of “Pandemic Fatigue” According to the UCLA Health Connect, Pandemic Fatigue is the “feeling of exhaustion stemming from the effects of the…
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Thanksgiving Guidelines for COVID
With Thanksgiving just around the corner, many are excited to get together with their friends and family and eat some good food. Thanksgiving has always been a holiday where people come together and celebrate,…
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An Oldest Child
Being an oldest child is one of the best gifts life could give me. I have two younger siblings, and I have always felt so bad for them — they will never get to…
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Reasons Why Trump’s False Claims of Election Fraud Are Believed
The highly anticipated U.S. 2020 Presidential election concluded on November 7, 2020, when various media outlets predicted Joe Biden won Pennsylvania, pushing him over the 270 electoral votes threshold, leading him to become the…
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What to Expect When Flying for the Holidays in a Pandemic
A flight attendant distributing masks out to passengers. Mask-wearing is the first significant step to safety when flying with COVID. (Photo courtesy via Getty Images) As people excitedly prepare for the holiday season, traveling…
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Positive COVID-19 case at LRHS
LRHS volleyball teams are ready for their next game with shiny new floors and spaced out seating prepared for players. No spectators will be allowed to view the game in the gym due to…
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No Off-Campus Lunch For Third Quarter
Lunch is a big topic when it comes to returning to school for second semester. Students are questioning if they will be able to socialize with others or if they will be restricted to…
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Freshmen Perspectives on Asynchronous Days
Asynchronous days are incorporated into the school schedule to provide students and teachers with a break from the stress and workload of online class. As freshmen students begin their high school careers, they give…
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Quick Bites
Contributors: Cassidy Farrell Locker Room Sing-along @rawrits.alex Only the best #football #videography #lockerroom #dancing ♬ original sound – Rawr This video just emulates exactly how being a teenager should feel. @rawrits.alex posted a video…
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Portsmouth: An Abandoned Island
Portsmouth Island is located around 6 miles from Ocracoke Island on the Outer Banks, and tourists can visit to see the now abandoned town and surroundings. History: Established in 1752, Portsmouth started out as…
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PTSA Virtual Fundraiser Events
The LRHS PTSA introduced a new virtual fundraising event in the form of purchasing givebacks or items of their choice on this website. The money raised will go to the school and twenty percent…
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How to Have a Safe Thanksgiving
With Thanksgiving right around the corner, health officials are worrying about a spike in Coronavirus cases due to mass gatherings. This year will test whether or not Americans value safety over family. (Photo courtesy…
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How Students Stay Thankful During Covid
Thanksgiving is a holiday centered around giving back and sharing your gratitude with others. Many families come together to bond, share a meal, and remind each other how grateful they are to be in…
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Johnny Depp & the Stigma Against Male Domestic Violence Victims
Actor Johnny Depp in Deauville, France, in 2019. Depp is famous for playing the pirate Jack Sparrow in the Pirates of the Caribbean movie series and many more films. (Photo used by Georges Biard)…
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Two Vaccines Shown Highly Effective Against Covid-19
Person getting vaccinated; an image that will hopefully become a lot more common in the next few months due to Pfizer and Moderna. (Photo courtesy of Gustavo Fring on Pexels) After months of escalating…
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Virtual Speech Class
The Leesville second period Speech I class is starting their day by singing to a fellow classmate for their birthday. As usual, the class participation is high and the students are supporting one another.…
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Ariana Grande’s New Album positions: Bop or Flop?
Singer Ariana Grande at the Red Carpet for the 2020 Grammys on January 26, 2020. Grande was nominated for Record and Album of the Year. (photo used by permission of Jin-gook) Ariana Grande released…
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The Mental Benefits of Exercise
Whether you use weights, go on a run, do yoga, or go on a walk, exercise benefits both the body and the brain. There are three major benefits of working out for your cognitive…
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Schedule Changes and a Return to Class
On November 17, the WCPSS Board of Education voted for students to return to in-person instruction in the second semester. Their November 17 update includes information on the return to in-person learning, exams, and…
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Quick Bites
Contributors: Lyric Chassin, Lauren Taylor Official Queen Tik Tok @queenofficial It’s been a long time coming….give Queen a Royal arrival by duetting with Freddie! 👑##SingWithQueen ##QueenonTikTok ##singalong ##Duetwith ♬ Ay-Oh – Live Aid – Queen Classic…
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Leesville Volleyball Tryouts During COVID-19
Leesville Road High School volleyball is back in season. Many changes had to be made to fit COVID protocols but athletes and coaches are staying safe. (Photo Courtesy: Public domain) This past week, Leesville…
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Hybrid vs. Virtual: How are students deciding?
Students are facing a huge decision: Embrace hybrid learning, or stay virtual for the rest of the school year? Click the link below to see what some students have to say about it: https://www.canva.com/design/DAENPFHM6ug/uOWoJS2OzNCK0Op9p_4P-w/view?utm_content=DAENPFHM6ug&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=publishsharelink
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What are the Most Popular Netflix Shows?
Quarantine has locked people in the house since last March, turning them towards Netflix and other streaming services as their entertainment. Netflix’s top TV show lists vary from website to website. Collider posts the…
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Stressful College Essays
As seniors are getting to the end of their early applications, they are scrambling to finish their college essays, and most are feeling very stressed out. However, Amy May has been planning for this…
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Black women making history
As a black woman, it inspires me when I see other black women making history; as minorities, we are already at a disadvantage, but seeing black women who defy the odds and make a…
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School System Changes
(Photo Courtesy of Pixabey) Contributors: Gretchen Stern, Rachel Fearn, and Alexis Taylor English History Science Math System Model LRHS Changes Since the creation of modern education, people have wondered why we need such a…
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The Art of Masterpiece Recreation
“The Girl With the Pearl Earring” by Johannes Vermeer, is a classic. Many have seen this painting before, making this recreation fun and familiar. (Photo courtesy of @Getty on Twitter) Classical Art Masterpieces are…
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The Power of Introverts
On the scale of introversion/extroversion, everyone falls on a different point. Society has trained introverts to think that their natural, contemplative thought process should be abandoned in favor of mimicking extroverts. (Photo Courtesy of…
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Students and Holiday Travel During COVID-19
COVID-19 spread across the world extremely quickly, mostly due to globalization and international travel. Because of this, the airline industry has had a slow recovery, especially in the U.S as the virus continues with…
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Quick Bites
Contributors: Cassidy Farrell Thoughts of a Dog i feel chaotic today. so i am off to look for trouble. if i cannot find it. i will create it — Thoughts of Dog® (@dog_feelings) October…
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History and Importance of The Evil Eye
The evil eye is most commonly found on jewelry and home decor. The person who owns an evil eye can use it as a protection.(Photo from Photos for Class) Many companies incorporate the evil…
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COVID-19 and the Swim World
A local swim team is getting prepared to start their practice. They are all separated and practicing socially distancing in order to be able to train with their teammates. (Photo Courtesy of Alexis Mast)…
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The Career and College Promise Program, an AP Alternative
The application period for the Career and College Promise Program, another way for students to earn college credit, is coming to an end in December. What is the Career and College Promise Program? The…
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Quick Bites
Contributors: Kyla McGhee and Lauren Taylor Harry Styles Is A Model Too https://t.co/uf2ZP81TPZ pic.twitter.com/rYbAigFTtX — Harry Styles. (@Harry_Styles) November 13, 2020 Vogue released their December issue starring Harry Styles. The new issue features Styles…
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America Divided
America remains a divided nation. Distrust between Democrats and Republicans grows. (Photo courtesy of johnhain on pixabay) Anyone following the presidential election for the past few months can agree that both parties have at…
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Democrats See Lackluster Results in NC
Governor Cooper may have handily won a second term, but other Democrats across the state weren’t as lucky. (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.) North Carolina Democrats felt hopeful going into election night. Polling had…
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I Tried All Of McDonald’s Mcflurries So That You Don’t Have To
The Oreo McFlurry is McDonald’s first and bestselling McFlurry flavor. Even with new flavors, it is still very popular. (Photo courtesy of Isabel Weld) In 1997, McDonald’s introduced a new menu item, the McFlurry.…