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  • The Ocky Way: Brooklyn’s Viral Bodega

    The Ocky Way: Brooklyn’s Viral Bodega

    February 25, 2025

    In the bustling borough of Brooklyn, New York, a small bodega in Red Hook has become a culinary sensation, thanks to the innovative creations of its owner, Rahim Mohamed, popularly known as “General Ock.” …

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  • Should ChatGPT continue to use up valuable naturl resources?

    Should ChatGPT continue to use up valuable naturl resources?

    February 25, 2025

    ChatGPT is a source that can be used for many different everyday tasks.(Photo Courtesy: 9gag via Instagram)

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  • Patrick Mahomes LOST Super Bowl LIX

    Patrick Mahomes LOST Super Bowl LIX

    February 24, 2025

    On Sunday, February 9, 2025, the Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 40-22 in the Super Bowl. As reactions poured in, many people have pointed out that Patrick Mahomes, quarterback for the Chiefs,…

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  • Best places to go sledding in the Leesville area

    Best places to go sledding in the Leesville area

    February 18, 2025

    On the 19 and 20 of February, Wake County is expecting around 6 inches of snow.  Schools will likely be closed, so it’s definitely THE time to grab a sled, find a hill, and…

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  • current fashion trends at leesville road high school

    current fashion trends at leesville road high school

    February 18, 2025

    Leesville’s Interior Design students express their unique styles through their outfits. They all show their style through their different clothes and the varying colors that they wear. (Photo credits: Maren Uria)

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  • THE BEST ADS AT SUPER BOWL LIX

    THE BEST ADS AT SUPER BOWL LIX

    February 18, 2025

    Every year, the price for a 30-second Super Bowl ad skyrockets. This year’s Super Bowl was no exception. Brands pay millions of dollars for a spot in the coveted commercial breaks, finding any way…

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  • Title: Dark patterns in social media platforms

    Title: Dark patterns in social media platforms

    February 14, 2025

    Have you ever opened your favorite social media app just to find yourself aimlessly scrolling an hour later? If so, you’re definitely not alone. Social media platforms are intended to foster connections and bring…

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  • Taco Bell Near Leesville High is hit or miss

    Taco Bell Near Leesville High is hit or miss

    February 14, 2025

    Leesville Road High School has many lunch dining options however one of those options, Arby’s, has now been replaced by a Taco Bell.  Taco Bell is a fast food Mexican cuisine staple, providing many…

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  • NoRa Cafe renovations improve the customer experience 

    NoRa Cafe renovations improve the customer experience 

    February 14, 2025

    NoRa cafe is located just seven minutes away from Leesville Road High School and is a popular location for Leesville students to study and spend time with friends.  As a landmark in the Raleigh…

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  • LRHS Gears Up for Exciting Mock Trial Showdown on February 8

    LRHS Gears Up for Exciting Mock Trial Showdown on February 8

    February 13, 2025

      What is the Competition? On February 8, 2025, the North Carolina Mock Trial Program hosted regional competitions at 12 regional sites. After that, one team from each site will move on to the…

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  • Black Sabbath to Reunite for Ozzy Osbourne’s Final Performance

    Black Sabbath to Reunite for Ozzy Osbourne’s Final Performance

    February 13, 2025

    Ozzy Osbourne, the iconic “Prince of Darkness,” is set to take the stage for his final performance on July 5, 2025, at Villa Park in Birmingham, England.  This landmark event, titled “Back to the…

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  • The start of leesville’s spring sports season

    The start of leesville’s spring sports season

    February 13, 2025

    The LRHS field will be home to spring sports such as Women’s Soccer and co-ed Track and Field. With rain on the way, outdoor sports must be flexible. (Picture courtesy of Alexis Engelson)

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  • The Important differences Between AP, Honors, Academic Classes at Leesville

    The Important differences Between AP, Honors, Academic Classes at Leesville

    February 13, 2025

    There are three levels for certain classes with different amounts of workloads. The three types are advanced placement (AP), honors, and academic. In the beginning of March, students start to add new classes to…

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  • Join the Philosophy Club here at Leesville

    Join the Philosophy Club here at Leesville

    February 13, 2025

    Marcus Aurelius was one of many ancient philosophers referenced during the first philosophy club meeting. Aurelius was a proponent of stoicism which many in the club identified with. (Photo Courtesy of Public Domain)

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  • TikTok rap star Ian is coming to Raleigh for the first time

    TikTok rap star Ian is coming to Raleigh for the first time

    February 13, 2025

    Rapper Ian (full name Ian O’Neil Smith) will perform in Raleigh for the first time. He will host his concert at the Lincoln Theatre Venue on February 19.  About Ian The famous rapper became…

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  • Tryouts for the upcoming spring sports teams at leesville

    Tryouts for the upcoming spring sports teams at leesville

    February 13, 2025

    In the next two weeks the sports teams for the spring season start their season. Above is the tryout date, location, and time for each sport. (Created by Siena Trainor, information from leesvilleroadathleticzone.com)

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  • Valentine’s Day is the worst holiday of the year.

    Valentine’s Day is the worst holiday of the year.

    February 13, 2025

    Valentine’s Day is on February 14, 2025, and people are preparing to make dinner, hangout plans, or buy gifts. However, I think that Valentine’s Day is easily the worst holiday on the calendar.  For…

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  • LRHS juniors need to start studying for the ACT 

    LRHS juniors need to start studying for the ACT 

    February 13, 2025

    All juniors at Leesville Road High School will take the ACT on Thursday March 13, 2025. The school will administer the ACT, and the test will be free for all students on this date. …

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  • 2025 Super Bowl Eagles exciting Victory

    2025 Super Bowl Eagles exciting Victory

    February 12, 2025

    On February 9, 2025, the Philadelphia Eagles beat the reigning champions, the Kansas City Chiefs, in Super Bowl LIX. The Chiefs have been in 5 out of 6 of the past super bowls, and…

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  • LRHS Students apply for scholarship opportunities to fund secondary education

    LRHS Students apply for scholarship opportunities to fund secondary education

    February 12, 2025

    Every year, there are around 16 million students enrolled in colleges around the United States. Around 97% of these students receive scholarships to help support their further education.  Students all over Leesville Road High…

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  • Styles for prom 2025 and where to shop

    Styles for prom 2025 and where to shop

    February 12, 2025

    As prom season approaches, staying in tune with current trends and finding the perfect dress is essential.  This year, a range of styles are trending, offering a style to everyone whether it be bold…

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  • High schoolers criticize Trump renaming the Gulf of Mexico

    High schoolers criticize Trump renaming the Gulf of Mexico

    February 10, 2025

    Just days into his presidency, Donald Trump officially changed the name of the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America. He declared that he would rename the gulf before his inauguration and now…

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  • Musk will lead the new “department of Government Efficiency”

    Musk will lead the new “department of Government Efficiency”

    February 10, 2025

    Trump’s cabinet will be worth $383 billion with 13 billionaires, an amount higher than 149 countries’ GDPs. This is the most wealthy US presidential administration in history. (Created by Jack Watson)

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  • Hurry Up Tomorrow 

    Hurry Up Tomorrow 

    February 10, 2025

    The Weeknd just dropped his new album Hurry Up Tomorrow, and it already is making waves. This album is the final part to his trilogy following After Hours and Dawn FM  — it marks…

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  • LRHS Art Service Club Valentines Day Special

    LRHS Art Service Club Valentines Day Special

    February 7, 2025

    For Valentine’s Day, the Art Service Club made origami flowers for an elderly home. The club members hope to bring joy to those on this holiday. Small, kind and uplifting notes were attached to…

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  • Why should you join the LRHS Special Needs Awareness club?

    Why should you join the LRHS Special Needs Awareness club?

    February 7, 2025

    The Special Needs Awareness Club, otherwise known as SNAC club, is a club that happens a couple times per month. It takes place in room 2202 during lunch and students spend time with Leesville’s…

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  • Fishing Club is New to Leesville This Year

    Fishing Club is New to Leesville This Year

    February 7, 2025

    If you like to fish, then go to a Fishing Club meeting on the last Friday of every month. Fishing Club is new this year. It is for new fishermen who want to learn…

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  • The Super Bowl is more than just football

    The Super Bowl is more than just football

    February 7, 2025

    Super Bowl LIX (59) is a match-up between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana on Sunday, February 9. Every year, football fans around the United…

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  • How do Brain Breaks Benefit Students?

    How do Brain Breaks Benefit Students?

    February 7, 2025

    The school day can be a big source of stress for high schoolers, with 61% of teens reporting feeling significant pressure when trying to meet academic goals. The stress continues beyond high school as…

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  • How High Schoolers Can Benefit from Napping

    How High Schoolers Can Benefit from Napping

    February 7, 2025

    Nobody enjoys the sound of an alarm clock ringing after a sleepless night. Taking a midday nap can offer several benefits when you’re running low on sleep. (Photo Courtesy of Creative Commons.)

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  • Roller Rabbit Pajamas: Are They Worth The Price?

    Roller Rabbit Pajamas: Are They Worth The Price?

    February 5, 2025

    Roller Rabbit pajamas are super cute and preppy, but they are expensive. Are these pajamas worth the price? (Photo Courtesy of rollerrabbitofficial’s Instagram)

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  • The Unstoppable Legacy of the Nurmagomedov Dynasty

    The Unstoppable Legacy of the Nurmagomedov Dynasty

    February 5, 2025

    The surname “Nurmagomedov” has become a prominent name in the world of mixed martial arts (MMA), symbolizing a legacy of excellence and dominance.  To understand the depth of its significance, it’s essential to explore…

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  • Leesvilles participation in all district band

    Leesvilles participation in all district band

    February 5, 2025

    Leesville’s Intermediate, Concert, and Symphonic bands previously won these trophies and awards. These awards trace back to the very beginning of Leesville. (Photo Courtesy of Gaby Lefcheck)

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  • Singing Valentines at Leesville High

    Singing Valentines at Leesville High

    February 5, 2025

    Every year, Leesville chorus students lead a fundraiser by offering students the opportunity to purchase a song for a peer. This endearing gift could be for a girlfriend, boyfriend, teacher, friend, or colleague.  Chorus…

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  • Many colleges release decisions over the weekend of January 24

    Many colleges release decisions over the weekend of January 24

    February 5, 2025

    Many colleges have released their decisions, and Friday January 24, 2025 included some pretty big names, like NC State, UNC Chapel Hill, and the University of Miami. These decisions are only for those who…

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  • Alix Earle excitment in Raleigh

    Alix Earle excitment in Raleigh

    February 4, 2025

    Pictured are Braxton Berrios and Alix Earle at the Jersey retirement ceremony this past Friday. The event was attended by many Leesville students and their families. (Photo Courtesy of Leesville Mens Basketball Instagram)

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  • Tech Crew Training begins for Freaky Friday

    Tech Crew Training begins for Freaky Friday

    February 4, 2025

    Technical Theater is a class at Leesville Road High School. Hee students learn the ins and outs of behind-the-scenes theater and can also join a crew. (Photo courtesy of Maren Uria)

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  • Thrilling Cap 6 Swim Meet: Results & Standout Performances

    Thrilling Cap 6 Swim Meet: Results & Standout Performances

    February 4, 2025

    On Saturday, January 25, the LRHS Swim Team participated in the CAP 6 Conference Swim meet against Sanderson, Enloe, Broughton, Cardinal Gibbons, and Athens Drive.   The meet culminated the regular season with lots of…

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  • Leesville High Disagrees with GroundHog’s Day prediction

    Leesville High Disagrees with GroundHog’s Day prediction

    February 4, 2025

    The Groundhog Day tradition dates back to 1887 with German origins and is celebrated on February 2 in the US and Canada. According to folklore, if the groundhog sees its shadow due to clear…

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  • Leesville theatre prepares for the exciting spring musical

    Leesville theatre prepares for the exciting spring musical

    February 3, 2025

    The LRHS Pride Productions is a club organized to help develop an outstanding Drama Program at Leesville Road High School. It is coming out with a musical “Freaky Friday”, which they will be presenting…

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  • What to expect at the upcoming Leesville softball tryouts

    What to expect at the upcoming Leesville softball tryouts

    February 3, 2025

    Leesville Softball tryouts for the upcoming spring season are coming up on February 12, 13 and 14 at 4:30pm on the softball field. Before tryouts happen, everyone planning to tryout needs to make sure…

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  • Upcoming Leesville Open House For new Rising 9th Graders

    Upcoming Leesville Open House For new Rising 9th Graders

    February 3, 2025

    Leesville Road High School will hold an open house for rising 9th graders. It is on February 13 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm, starting in the main lobby of the school. During this time period,…

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  • LeesvilLe’s Science Olympiad Qualifies for the States for the First Time in Six Years

    LeesvilLe’s Science Olympiad Qualifies for the States for the First Time in Six Years

    February 3, 2025

    On January 25, 2025, the Leesvilles Road High School Science Olympiad team made history by placing third at the NC Chatham Regional Tournament qualifying for States for the first time in six years.  The…

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  • LRHS changes the coach for women’s JV soccer team

    LRHS changes the coach for women’s JV soccer team

    February 3, 2025

    For the spring 2025 season, Mr. Broer will be taking over coaching of the women’s JV soccer team. Broer has coached at LRHS in the past, however he is new to this team. The…

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  • Leesville teachers give out end-of-semester awards

    Leesville teachers give out end-of-semester awards

    February 3, 2025

    At the end of every semester, Leesville teachers give students awards based on their in-class performance. Teachers announced fall semester awards in front of the class during the last few days of the semester. …

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  • Braxton Berrios’ #8 Becomes Leesville’s First Retired Jersey

    Braxton Berrios’ #8 Becomes Leesville’s First Retired Jersey

    January 31, 2025

    Braxton Berrios, #8, wide receiver, graduated from Leesville in 2014; his number became the first retired jersey in school history. Pictured above, Berrios speaking at the jersey retirement ceremony. (Photo used by permission of…

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  • Why do objects have no value?

    Why do objects have no value?

    January 31, 2025

    Overconsumption: the act of consuming material to the point of excess.  When you’re filling your cup up and water starts to overflow it creates a mess, spilled water over the floor and your hand.…

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  • Can Kansas City Cement the Greatest Dynasty in NFL History?

    Can Kansas City Cement the Greatest Dynasty in NFL History?

    January 29, 2025

    As the Kansas City Chiefs prepare to face the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LIX on February 9, 2025, the media isn’t just about the game itself. Many are debating whether a Chiefs victory…

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  • Kafkaesque and The Metamorphosis — about solitude and loneliness

    January 16, 2025

    (Photo courtesy of Public Domain) Born and raised in Prague, Czech Republic, readers celebrate Franz Kafka for his literary works published after his death. Known for creating the “Kafkaesque” writing style that features surreal…

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  • Are students Attention Spans Shortening? 

    Are students Attention Spans Shortening? 

    January 13, 2025

    Junior, Caitlyn Holland, scrolling on Tiktok watching a split screen Minecraft and Subway Surfer video. Videos like this are easier to focus on. (Photo courtesy of Bailey Kunkel)

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