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Students and faculty were first told to exit the building, so they were located behind the cafeteria, in the parking lot, and around the outside of the building. Around 20 minutes later, everyone was directed to gather at the football field.
Bomb Threat Evacuates Four High Schools
Four of the six boys bathrooms at PLD have been closed after more than a week of daily acts of destruction and theft.
Devious Licks Cause Schoolwide Destruction
Students throughout the state have been back and forth with the debate about wearing masks in school; while other counties around the state have taken away a mask mandate, Fayette county continues to enforce it for the safety of our students and staff.
Will the Mask Mandate Stand?
People gather at a Nov. 1 rally held at the state capital in Frankfort.
Kentucky Supreme Court Decision Brings a Blow to Statewide School Mask Mandate
This years homecoming is a little different due to COVID regulations and contact tracing.
What to Expect at the Homecoming Dance
Coach Murray Garvin serves as the new head basketball coach and as PLDs equity coach.
A Mindful Moment with PLD Equity Coach Murray Garvin
“As of Sept. 19, 2001 5,422 people are still missing at the WTC,” Madame McNely wrote in her scrapbook. “50,000 pounds of debris have been removed, and there is much more to go.”
Dunbar Teachers Remember 9/11
The Dawg Pound at the end of the 3rd quarter. Senior, Kamarion Robinson scores his third and Dunbars last touchdown of the night.
Dunbar Bulldogs Face Loss Against Madison Central Indians
Mrs. Preptit created a welcoming sign for students, and said that she hopes to see artists thrive as we return to in-person school.
Funky Footprint Art Lines Halls
Simple games like Snake and Pac-Man are available on Chromebooks for students, but some students play the games at inappropriate times.
Chromebook Games OK…Sometimes
Elected during a pandemic, Logan Justice serves as the National FCCLA Vice President of Membership.
Episode 2: Logan Justice
The cast of Spamalot said that this years musical was a lot of fun and a nice escape from the stress of quarantine.
Behind the Scenes of PLD Drama’s “Spamalot”
Fayette County Public Schools renews contract with Social Sentinel to monitor the social media sites of students.
Protection Over Privacy?
Pressured to Get into the Right College
Pressured to Get into the ‘Right’ College
I Miss My International Family
I Miss My International Family
Andy Cobb enjoys video games, being outdoors, and writing. He is a sophomore and this is his second year on staff.
Blog: A Look Back at My Year
While the right to peaceful protest is enshrined in the Constitution, there is no such protection for violent attacks on our nations institutions.
PLD Lamplighter Condemns Capitol Riots
Lamplighters Promise to Our Community
Lamplighter’s Promise to Our Community
The first amendment protects our right to freedom of religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition.
Our Experience at Nationals
Still Not Heard
Still Not Heard
We may not be professionals yet, but we can dream, right? Lets see our name in lights!
WPLD Oct. 20 Broadcast
Students throughout the state have been back and forth with the debate about wearing masks in school; while other counties around the state have taken away a mask mandate, Fayette county continues to enforce it for the safety of our students and staff.
WPLD Oct. 13 Broadcast
WPLD Oct. 6 Broadcast
WPLD Oct. 6 Broadcast
WPLD Sept. 29 Broadcast
WPLD Sept. 29 Broadcast
Illuminating the News for the Students by the Students

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Illuminating the News for the Students by the Students

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Senior Andres Calleja is the captain of the Dunbar wrestling team.

[Photo] Wrestler Andres Calleja to Represent Dunbar at State

February 13, 2017
Art teacher, Ms. Emily Storch, performs a drill during roller derby practice with her team Rollergirls of Central Kentucky.

[Photo] Dunbar Teachers With Cool Hobbies

February 9, 2017
English teacher Mr. Trevor Tremaine holds his band, ATTEMPTs new album titled Personal Fables.

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February 9, 2017
Art teacher Ms. Emily Storch has played roller derby with the Rollergirls of Central Kentucky since 2012.

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February 9, 2017
Buddy (Jimmy Rutherford) and Jovie (Courtney Brewer) sing together.

[Photo] PLD Drama’s Production of Elf, Jr.

December 9, 2016
Dunbars Winter Music Concert at Singletary Center

Dunbar’s Winter Music Concert at Singletary Center

December 9, 2016
Dunbar males sing in the concert.

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December 9, 2016
Mrs. Marsh leads the students in their performance.

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December 9, 2016
Junior Madison Alexander and Sophomore Jamie Bradley sing their solos.

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December 9, 2016
Junior Corinne Beagle plays the flute.

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December 9, 2016
Students in the Dunbar Trumpet section during the concert.

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December 9, 2016
Percussion

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December 9, 2016
Wyatt Watson plays percussion.

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December 9, 2016
Lady Bulldogs Win Against Danville

Lady Bulldogs Win Against Danville

December 7, 2016
Junior, Mashayla Cecil shoots a three pointer. Three point shots were becoming necessary to stay ahead in the game.

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December 7, 2016
Junior, Mashayla Cecil dribbles around her opponent as she makes her way to the basket. Even as Danvilles defense became more intense, the Bulldogs managed to defeat them.

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December 7, 2016
Sophomore, Cheyenne shoots the ball. The Bulldogs were attempting to shoot 3 pointers in an effort to get ahead of their opponents in a closely tied game.

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December 7, 2016
The Lady Bulldogs work together to get the ball. A jump ball was called and the Lady Bulldogs successfully protected the ball.

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December 7, 2016
Senior, Autumn Herriford dribbles around her opponents screen, making her way to the basket. The Bulldogs continued to play hard as the scores got closer and the game got more intense.

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December 7, 2016
Junior, Peyton Humphreys goes up for the rebound. Both teams fought for the ball among the growing tension as the game progressed.

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December 7, 2016
Junior, Brooke Hill watches the ball closely as she prepares to get the rebound. The Lady Bulldogs fought for every rebound in an attempt to win the closely tied game.

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December 7, 2016
Senior, Autumn Herriford talks to the refs. Danville had just made a 3 point shot which left the Bulldogs anxious as they entered overtime.

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December 7, 2016
Junior, Peyton Humphreys becomes frustrated with the game. Danville was 3 points behind The Lady Bulldogs before making a 3 point shot at the last second, bringing both teams into overtime.

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December 7, 2016
Junior, Anaiyah Cotton blocks her opponent from making the shot. The Lady Bulldogs struggled to stay ahead of Danville.

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December 7, 2016
Junior, Anaiyah Cotton becomes frustrated with the refs call. Tension began to build as the scores were tied and the teams went into overtime.

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December 7, 2016
Junior Brooke Hill gets the rebound. She successfully guarded the ball from her opponents.

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December 7, 2016
Jailyn Ginter holds the ball away from her opponent. The team showed tremendous effort on offense throughout the entire game.

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December 7, 2016
The Dunbar cheerleaders cheer on the Lady Bulldogs. They encouraged the team throughout the game as well as both overtimes.

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December 7, 2016
The girls reach up to catch a rebounding ball. They worked hard to gain more rebounds in an effort to get ahead in the game.

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December 7, 2016
Lisa Story holds her daughter. After being adopted as a child, she went on to become married and have 6 children of her own.

Closed Adoptions Leave Unanswered Questions

November 30, 2016
Athletes Celebrate with Families on Senior Night

Athletes Celebrate with Families on Senior Night

November 1, 2016
Dance team member, Jordan Scholl, surrounded by her family and coach.

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November 1, 2016
Rebecca Pollack with her family on senior night.

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November 1, 2016
Taylor Kemper celebrates with her family on Senior night.

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November 1, 2016
Josie Geoghan celebrates with her family on Senior night.

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November 1, 2016
Elise Cammack poses with her mother (right) and Dance Team Coach Teresa Champe (left).

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November 1, 2016
Mary Vezina poses with her family for a photo.

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November 1, 2016
Abby Rawls and her family on senior night.

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November 1, 2016
Nakaiya Mayberry and her family celebrating on the field.

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November 1, 2016
Maddie Carter poses with her family.

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November 1, 2016
The families of Carter Hayslett (#44) and Maddie Carter pose together for a photo.

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November 1, 2016
Carter Hayslett (#44) poses with his family for a photo.

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November 1, 2016
The family of Eric Jackson (#73) escorts him on the field.

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November 1, 2016
Gbutue Vorkpor (#62) poses for a photo with his family.

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November 1, 2016
Senior Adrian Bard (#57) and Sophomore Alex Bard (#27) pose for a photo with their family.

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November 1, 2016
The family of Tarik Raglund (#55) escorts him onto the field for Senior Night.

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November 1, 2016
Jayvon Lyles (#51) is escorted by his family.

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November 1, 2016
Luke Hernandez (#40) and his family pose for a photo.

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November 1, 2016
Amari Bracken (#33) and his family pose for a photo.

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November 1, 2016
The family of Carter Delk (#31) escorts him on the field.

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November 1, 2016
Guy Bathlete (#12) is escorted onto the field by Senior Nakaiya Mayberry for Senior Night.

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November 1, 2016
Mechail Pye (#13) poses for a photo with his family.

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November 1, 2016
Dontell Brown (#4) poses for a photo with his family.

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November 1, 2016
Senior Isaiah Yeast (#2), Senior Markel Yeast (#5), and Freshman Bryson Yeast (#28) pose with family for a photo.

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November 1, 2016
#4 Dontell Brown poses in front of the huddle.

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November 1, 2016
A Dunbar player fights for the ball.

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November 1, 2016
Tre Homer (#1) is tackled.

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November 1, 2016
#2 Isaiah Yeast trips over his opponent.

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November 1, 2016
Tyler Browning (#8) comforts his teammate.

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November 1, 2016
Junior Nate Gay talks with his coach.

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November 1, 2016
The players run onto the field to begin the game.

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November 1, 2016
Dunbar players tackle their opponent.

[Photo] Bulldogs Lose Close Game Against Boyle County On Senior Night

October 29, 2016
Dunbar players tackle their opponent.

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October 29, 2016
Senior Isaiah Yeast (#2) lies on the ground after a play.

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October 29, 2016
#3 Kaden Gaylord dives for the ball.

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October 29, 2016
#3 Kaden Gaylord dives for the ball.

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October 29, 2016
Junior Tre Homer (#1) carries the ball in play.

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October 29, 2016
Tre Homer (#1) jumps over his opponents.

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October 29, 2016
A Dunbar player reaches for the ball.

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October 29, 2016
#6 Nate Gay gets up after a play.

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October 29, 2016
Seniors Dontell Brown, Markel Yeast and Tarik Raglund pose for a photo on the sidelines.

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October 29, 2016
Harrison Grabmeyer protects the ball from an opposing player.

Boys Soccer Regionals

October 21, 2016
#19 Pedro Jimenez protects the ball from his opponent.

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October 21, 2016
Dunbar player hurries to prevent his opponent from getting the ball.

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October 21, 2016
#15 Jacob Gallt steals the ball.

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October 21, 2016
Dunbar players get excited mid-game.

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October 21, 2016
#15 Jacob Gallt looks discouraged as he walks off of the field.

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October 21, 2016
Dunbar players give each other advice on the field.

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October 21, 2016
Dunbar players encourage each other on the field.

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October 21, 2016
#15 Jacob Gallt collides with his opponenet.

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October 21, 2016
#2 Harrison Grabmeyer kicks the ball down the field.

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October 21, 2016
#7 Eddy Andrade fights for the ball.

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October 21, 2016
#18 Jackson Akins gets the ball from his opponent.

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October 21, 2016
Dunbar player prepares to get the ball.

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October 21, 2016
#19 Pedro Jimenez chases the ball.

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October 21, 2016
Players celebrate the win.

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October 21, 2016
#11 Sullivan Curd chases the ball.

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October 21, 2016
#7 Eddy Andrade chases the ball.

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October 21, 2016
Jack Sheroan prepares to kick the ball.

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October 21, 2016
#25 Jack Sheroan kicks the ball.

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October 21, 2016
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