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Lenaya LeBlanc

Lenaya LeBlanc, Reporter

Rain and clouds are in the forecast for Lenaya Leblanc, senior, because she wants to stay in Oregon for college. LeBlanc has high hopes for the end of the year and is determined to do her best.

LeBlanc loves science, so it’s only natural that she wants to use her love for science as a nurse. She doesn’t know exactly what college she wants to go to; she only knows she wants to stay in Oregon so she can stay close to her family.

She has a family of four, living in Oregon. They are her mom, dad, sister Kiana, and grandma. She gets along with her sister pretty well. “As she gets older we are getting closer, and I like being there for her,” LeBlanc said. She sees her grandma at least twice a week, and says that they are really close.  LeBlanc is also “best friends with her mom.”

Oregon may have rain and clouds, but for LeBlanc it is a lot more than that. It is where her family lives, and it is her home. And it looks like it is going to be her home for a long time to come.

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Alumni, Natalie Hamel, brightens days of many

Lenaya LeBlanc
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Known as a welcoming face and a friendly barista, Natalie Hamel, Class of 2012, brightened the days of many Starbucks customers. She is traveling around Kenya, servicing those in need, no doubt brightening...

West Linn Baseball is hopeful for a successful season

Lenaya LeBlanc
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With the loss of 15 seniors last year, the  Baseball team looks forward to a fresh season with new players and strategies.  With an all around younger team, Kevin Mills, head coach, is confident that...

Underclassman success brings a bright future

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Lenaya LeBlanc
March 11, 2013

Athletes dream of competing at the highest levels. Karsen Lindell’s, sophomore, dream has come one step closer to reality. With a  full ride baseball scholarship to the University of Washington, Lindell...

Seniors back on top in Mr. and Ms. West Linn High School

Lenaya LeBlanc
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After a year under the rule of Meg Beckett, now  junior, and James Topping, now junior, (the pair who won last year’s Mr. and Ms. West Linn High School) had to pass their crown back to the senior class,...

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Lenaya LeBlanc
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Powder Tuff date change

Lenaya LeBlanc
November 9, 2012

As fall sports are wrapping up, it is time for our annual Powder Tuff volleyball tournament. A fun and competitive event, Powder Tuff gives guys a break from their organized sports teams. Due to playoffs,...

A 51st Star on the American Flag?

Lenaya LeBlanc
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For the first time in history, Puerto Ricans voted to become the 51st state of the U.S and expressed support for the non-binding political question of the future relationship between the island and Washington.    ...

Gargoyles, goblins and games abound for Halloween

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Lenaya LeBlanc
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New teacher profiles 2012-2013

Lenaya LeBlanc
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Matt Gottschling- AP U.S. History and World History (gold) Matt Gottschiling may be found in found in the A203 porch and talking about his most acquired interest, history. Ever since he was little,...

West Linn’s production of “Distracted” promises to be a worthy distraction

Lenaya LeBlanc
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As we go through the motions of our everyday lives with packed school schedules, sports, extra curricular activities and homework, it is easy for us as students to be caught up and let days go by in a...

2012 ASB results announced

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Lenaya LeBlanc
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Bright signs, candy and t-shirts have sprung up all over the school, with ASB campaigning intensifying in the last two weeks. On Wednesday during an extended second period, students voted for their 2012...

A chamber of cancer cells: teens still pursue a tan, despite health risks

A chamber of cancer cells: teens still pursue a tan, despite health risks

Lenaya LeBlanc
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Known as “beds of cancer cells” teens continue indoor tanning, well-aware of the dangers and the illegality of it in order to maintain an image. Teens love having a glowing tan year round, making them...

Encouragement drives West Linn singers to rise above state competition

Lenaya LeBlanc
March 23, 2012

After a disappointing performance at Warner Pacific College the West Linn High School Symphonic Choir plans to change the performance for state and create a more balanced show with the variety and contrast...

"'L'Odyssee de Cartier": a 3.5 minute commercial intrigues curious watchers

“‘L’Odyssee de Cartier”: a 3.5 minute commercial intrigues curious watchers

Lenaya LeBlanc
March 19, 2012

"'L'Odyssee de Cartier" uses spectacular special effects to explore the fine jeweler's archives and back story. Advertising Cartier's 165 year history, Cartier jewelry recently broadcast a three and a...

West Linn girls tennis team plans to conquer the state once again

West Linn girls tennis team plans to conquer the state once again

Lenaya LeBlanc
March 16, 2012

Hoping to win the Girls Tennis Three Rivers League title, Emily Erbin, senior captain, wishes for a successful year. "I believe the team is prepared because many of the girls have been playing outside...

Brandon Goss and Lexi Mckinley create an inviting community

Brandon Goss and Lexi Mckinley create an inviting community

Lenaya LeBlanc
March 15, 2012

Finding importance in building community, Brandon Goss, Class of 2005, has worked to bring teens in the West Linn community together. After graduating from West Linn, Goss attended college at Whitworth...

Glitz and glam, forces girls to be greedy

Glitz and glam, forces girls to be greedy

Lenaya LeBlanc
March 5, 2012

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Valentine's Day recipe for those special people

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Lenaya LeBlanc
February 2, 2012

With January coming to an end, and the holidays wrapping up, we look on to the next big holiday: Valentine’s Day. Many couples love spending some one-on-one time together, while friends spend the day...

Any hour, any day, Anytime Fitness

Any hour, any day, Anytime Fitness

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December 8, 2011

New to West Linn, Nikki and Eddie Naseef came from Las Vegas with open eyes and hearts, on the lookout for a place to open a fitness center. When they were looking for spots to open the gym they were especially...

Inexperienced Cross Country team places third in TRL

Inexperienced Cross Country team places third in TRL

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November 3, 2011

The Cross Country team came into the season with numerous setbacks, including the loss of key runners, an inexperienced group of new runners, and a new head coach. Although many had doubts, Jay Schrotzberger,...

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Three days down, two to go. With the first part of Homecoming Week done, the final couple of days will be filled with new themes, activities and entertainment. “Homecoming gives us a chance to bring...

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