Tag: opinion
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Highschoolers on new Starbucks Fall drinks
On August 22, Starbucks’ fall menu made a return to all stores around the United States. This seasonal menu features ten drinks along with a variety of food items. Customers can get a…
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Should I go to the Vintage bazaar?
Two thrifters browsing one of the racks from a booth that sold mainly vintage t-shirts. The booth pictured is Pallbearer Vintage and found on Instagram as @pallbearer_vintage, with a new flagship store located at…
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Why is Gilmore Girls so popular?
Lorelai (left) played by Lauren Graham, and Rory (right) played by Alexis Bledel are a mother daughter duo like no other. The women are recognized for their matching dark brown hair and blue eyes.…
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Why you should watch Love Island
Love Island is a reality TV show that involves a group of attractive singles who move into a luxury villa in hopes of finding love. The contestants on the show are named Islanders. Throughout…
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Driving a stick drift car
Driving a manual, or stick shift, car is an uncommon, but rewarding experience that many drivers today miss out on. Stick shift cars are becoming increasingly obsolete in the United States. According to an…
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3 Things to look forward instead of hating school
Leesville students enjoying fall activities and school events! (Photo courtesy of Sophie Key)
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Are the lockers a waste of space?
The locker bays are a space for students to eat lunch, work, or just hang out, but are they practical to still have around? A poll posted on the LRHS Newspaper Instagram showed that…
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Sakamoto Days Anime
A promotional image for the “Sakamoto Days” manga. The protagonist Taro Sakamoto (second from left) fights powerful assassins from his previous life to protect his family. (Photo courtesy of Shueisha)
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So What Do We Do Now?
AP exams took place between May 6 and May 17, but students in AP classes this semester still have to go to class. Between now and the end of the school year, what are…
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Should the Physical Newspaper be ended?
There is a lot of work and preparation that goes into preparing the physical newspaper for the students of Leesville, but is all the work worth it? It starts with The Mycenaean news writers…
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The Golden Years, Joshua Basset’s side of the story
Joshua Basset is best known as a musician and an actor but plans to release his first album on July 26. This past Friday, May 17, he dropped one of the first singles of…
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What is One D&D?
“D&D” players are excited for the upcoming edition “One D&D.” Wizards of the Coast has been very public with the development of the new release and has even allowed fans to playtest it. (Photo…
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Do teachers at Leesville have favorite students?
All the different handwritten responses from Mrs. Z’s fourth-period class. Additionally with a photo of Mrs. Z at her Senior Prom. (Photo courtesy of Abigail Crawford)
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Senior Spirit Week
The week of May 20 through the 25th is Senior Spirit Week. Each day of the week has a different theme for LRHS seniors to follow. Monday was Dress Like Little Me Day, Tuesday…
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My Thoughts on Baby Reindeer
Baby Reindeer is a Netflix series based on a true story. If you haven’t watched this interesting series, then here’s a quick overview. This series stars Richard Gadd, who plays a fictionalized version of…
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Is Lululemon still popular?
Over the past couple of years, the athleisure brand, Lululemon, has exploded in popularity. Despite changing trends, audiences, and styles, Lululemon has maintained its position as a known clothing brand. This being said, I…
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Romance Anime You Should Watch and Avoid
Looking for some heart-fluttering romance anime to binge or ones to steer clear of? You’re in the right place! Romance anime can be the perfect escape, whether you’re craving sweet love stories, dramatic love…
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Billie Eilish Album Review
The official album cover shows Eilish plunging into deep blue water. There seems to be an open horizontal door that Eilish has been flung out of and into the water. (Photo Courtesy of Spotify)
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Review of Take a Bite Song by Beabadoobea
The official song cover with a blue background that makes Bea’s dark hair and complexion stand out. She seems to be singing part of her song. (Photo Courtesy of Spotify)
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Wake County should convert to a four day school week
A 4 day week would likely be obtained by giving students Fridays off. (Photo courtesy of public domain)
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Should LRHS re-open the bathrooms?
Over the summer, before the 2022-2023 school year, Leesville Road High School installed a new fire alarm system. This system ensured that Leesville would have the latest technology to detect possible fire hazards. Along…
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Why Manga is better than Anime
Among fans of Japanese media, there may be no bigger debate than “Anime vs. Manga.” Fans will debate endlessly over which medium is best for portraying their favorite stories, but in the end there…
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Why Anime is better than Manga
The everlasting debate between anime and manga has sparked division within the Animanga community. Despite both forms displaying the same concept of entertainment, they are drastically different, creating change in fans’ preferences. These differences…
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Water Bottle Trends Over the Years
Students at LRHS have a wide variety of water bottles. Some water bottles are a part of the brand that is most popular, but not everyone participates in the trends. (Photo courtesy of Darcy…
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Zenshi Sushi Review
A California roll, made with imitation crab, avocado, and cucumber. Publix and Harris Teeter offer $5 rolls on wednesday and friday respectively. (Photo courtesy of Zach Barnes).
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Owala Water Bottle Review
Like most Owala customers, I heard about the Owala water bottle through social media. The viral FreeSip bottle features a dual mouthpiece that combines a regular mouthpiece and a straw. On top of the…
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Should licensed sophomores be able to go off-campus?
North Carolina allows students to get their license at the age of 16 if they have completed all of the legal requirements. For the first six months of being licensed, teenagers can drive from…
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MM… FOOD Album Review
MF (Metal Face) DOOM, the revered hip-hop artist, released the album “MM.. FOOD” in 2004. With its culinary-themed concept and clever wordplay, it remains a critical standout in his discography. (Photo courtesy of Jason…
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Are Extracurriculars worth it?
As the school year begins to wind down, Applications for next year’s extracurriculars are going out. Many students are struggling with the stress of ending the school year on a high note and sending…
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Should we bring back the ordering apps
Students attend school for 7 hours every day. The only break they have is lunch which is only 34 minutes long. Seniors and juniors can go off campus and purchase lunch, but the underclassmen…
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Disney World vs Universal Studios
Walt Disney World and Universal Studios are entertainment complexes located in Orlando, Florida. Both of these amusement parks make millions of dollars of revenue annually, bringing in tourists from across the globe. There is…
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ASMR
ASMR stands for autonomous sensory meridian response. It is the term for the sensation people get when they watch or listen to stimulating videos. These videos are accessible on apps such as TikTok, YouTube,…
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Removable Libary Passes
The Leesville Road High School media center. During periods of free time, some students can be seen studying for their classes or accessing school computers. (Photo courtesy of Chris Pharr)
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Are High School Football games “overrated”?
High school football games often have energetic student sections packed with fans cheering for their teams. But is it all worth it in the end? (Photo courtesy of Elena Faddoul)
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Flipturn concert review
Indie rock band, Flipturn, performed at The Ritz in Raleigh, NC on Apr 17, 2024. Going into the concert, I knew maybe three of the band’s songs. I got a ticket to the concert…
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Gone With The Wind, one hundred years on
Gone With The Wind, one hundred years on. Gone With the Wind, a novel written by American author Margaret Mitchell in 1936 but best known for its screen adaptation with Vivien Leigh and Clark…
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Are college advisors worth it?
Advantage College Planning is one of many companies that offers college advising services for prospective college students. To further explore their services, visit their website at https://advcp.com/ (Photo courtesy of Valentina Fernandez)
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Are college advisors worth it?
College advisors, like everything related to the college application process, have their pros and cons. From one perspective, they offer specialized guidance to help a student create a more well rounded college application. However,…
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“Karma” by JoJo Siwa: bop or flop?
On Friday, April 5, 2024, Jojo Siwa broke the internet by releasing her new song and music video “Karma”. Siwa rose to fame when she joined the Lifetime reality show Dance Moms in 2014.…
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The Importance of Jimmy Buffet
It’s a cold rainy day in the middle of the winter, and you go to put on some music to lift your spirits from maybe a bad test, a break up or really anything…
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Is Elmo Scary?
The widely popular show Sesame Street features a red puppet named Elmo. He introduced his audience to all his friends on the show, learning about numbers, letters, and simple life skills among many, but…
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Cruising on big ships vs small ships
A photo taken of the Mardi Gras from the dock in Amber Cove(Top), and of the Carnival Freedom taken from the deck of the Mardi Gras in Grand Turk(Bottom). (Photo courtesy of Zach Barnes.)
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Prom dress inspo
An ideal theme representing navy blue long dress. (Photo courtesy of creative commons)
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Helldivers 2, A Glorious New Co-op Game
A group of four Helldivers (avatars of the players) liberating a terminid-inhabited planet. Players play as Helldivers, brave warriors of Super-Earth, to land on planets and eradicate the alien menace. (Photo Courtesy of Arrowhead…
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Sodabox review
Sodabox is a family-owned business that specializes in custom sodas. Customers can either order directly from Sodabox’s menu or they can customize any drink by choosing a base liquid and adding syrups, purees, or…
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Song Review: “Your Apartment” by Wallows
After a two-year dry spell, Wallows finally released their new single, “Your Apartment,” on Feb 16, 2024. As a long-time listener of Wallows, I anxiously anticipated the song’s release; I was hoping for a…
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New Podcast: This Might Sound Crazy
At the beginning of second semester, LRHS seniors, Kaelyn McCann and Sami McGaughey, began a new podcast centered on societal, historical, and pop culture scandals and/or controversies. Through the podcast channel on Spotify, listeners…
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Our perceptions of others affect Leesville
On the left side — the outfit I dressed in to appear different. On the right side — more traditional outfit I would wear or strive to dress similarly. (Photo courtesy of public domain…
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Another Book Column Review: Definitions of Indefinable Things
Title: Another Book Column Review: Definitions of Indefinable Things Caption: Snake and Reggie stand on the front cover which is a beautiful blue color. (Photo made by Abigail Crawford)
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McDonalds’ Anime Crossover
Recently, McDonalds’ announced its anime-themed “WcDonald’s” campaign. McDonald’s locations around the country will adopt custom anime-styled packaging, and weekly animated features will be released every week from February 26 to March 18. (Photo credits:…