Illuminating the News for the Students by the Students

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Analysis suggests an increase of as much as 10% in youth voter turnout – with particularly high engagement in 11 key battleground states. That may have been game-changing for Joe Biden, who had the support of 61% of people aged 18-29.
Celebrities in Politics
Dunbar Hosts Forum for LGBTQ+ Students
Dunbar Hosts Forum for LGBTQ+ Students
As students enter Dunbar, they line up at the metal detectors and place their bags and other items on a table to be checked.
Student Arrested on Campus after Loaded Gun Found in Backpack
Devine Carama spent time with students after his presentation answering questions, taking photos and listening to their stories.
Devine Carama Visits Dunbar
This is a new program for those wanting to be teachers for FCPS.
FCPS Grow Your Own
Daylight Savings Time does more bad than good. It's time for it to go.
Daylight Saving — Time for Change?
Author Ellen Hopkins visited Dunbar to speak to students about banned books.
Why I Read Banned Books
The WPLD truck decorated with balloons for the homecoming parade.
Homecoming Week 2024
Courtesy of the Bluegrass Indo-American Civic Society.
India Day Comeback
Mrs. Jennifer McNely racing in the Frankfort Frosty 5K. Courtesy of Jennifer McNely
Running Free?
The American celebration of Halloween has evolved into a holiday revolving around candy, but it wasn't always that way.
What is Halloween?
Blown Away
Blown Away
Titans and Love
Titans and Love
Relish in a fabulous and firey feature flick.
Chapter 4 is For the People
A great movie to fall asleep to.
Shazam More Like Snooze-Fest
Illuminating the News for the Students by the Students

Lamplighter Media Productions
Illuminating the News for the Students by the Students

Lamplighter Media Productions
Jack Naehr

Jack Naehr, Sports Photography Editor

My name is Jack Naehr, I am 17 years old and I am a senior at Dunbar. This year will be my second year in Lamplighter and I will be working as one of the photo editors. I’ve worked on many news segments and articles while being on staff and will continue to this year. I love making videos that make people smile and I’m looking forward to a great year. This year I want to make the quality of sports coverage the best it has ever been and work on making lots of great segments to have continuously noteworthy broadcasts.

All content by Jack Naehr
Ice Storm Hits Lexington

Ice Storm Hits Lexington

Jack Naehr, Photo Editor • February 11, 2021

Are the days of wearing a mask indoors over? Not quite yet.

The Final Milestones: Prom and Graduation

May 14, 2021

Are the days of wearing a mask indoors over? Not quite yet.

Winter break is the perfect time to catch up with your family. Take some time to play some board games or cook with your family.

Fun Things to Do at Home Over Winter Break

Jack Naehr, Photo Editor • December 14, 2020

The Fayette Mall Cinemark has opened back up; however, very few people are going due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Many Lexington residents feel unsure about the safety of going to a movie theater.

Safe at the Movies

Emma Daman, Staff Reporter • November 19, 2020

The Fayette Mall Cinemark has opened back up; however, very few people are going due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Many Lexington residents feel unsure about the safety of going to a movie theater.

WPLD Nov. 11 Broadcast

November 11, 2020

This week, we learn about the history of Veteran's Day and a Dunbar student's custom shoe business.

Most of the decorations at this house are homemade, and the owners make new ones every year.

Must-See Halloween Decorations

Jack Naehr, Photo Editor • October 30, 2020

Two Wal-mart workers stand at the front of the store to make sure everyone coming in wears a mask.

Safety Measures Around The Town

Jack Naehr, Photo Editor • October 21, 2020

Some students report that logging into a Chromebook can take a little longer, and that the computers aren't as fast as others.

Some Students Still Need Chromebooks for NTI

Emma Daman, Staff Reporter • October 9, 2020

Some students report that logging into a Chromebook can take a little longer, and that the computers aren't as fast as others.

The empty bleachers of the Dunbar baseball field.

Dunbar Athletes Deal with Quarantine Shut Down

Jack Naehr, Staff Reporter • May 1, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has caused a shut down in the United States, which in turn has canceled many things, including many athletes' spring seasons. On April 21, KHSAA announced the cancellation of all...

WPLD March 2 Broadcast

March 2, 2020

This week we pay homage to Dr. Seuss's birthday, remind students about Daylight Savings Time, muse over Kentucky weather, and learn about a very special Dunbar student who overcame a huge obstacle.

WPLD February 24 Broadcast

February 24, 2020

This week we take a look at the swim team, and hear from several of Dunbar's top swimmers. We also cover PLD's literary magazine, Incriminating Ink, and how to enter a submission. Finally, it only comes...

WPLD Feb. 3 Broadcast

February 3, 2020

This week we covered Dunbar Drama's performance of Anne Frank, an introduction to Black History Month, and what's new at the Booktique. Check it out!

WPLD Jan. 21 Broadcast

January 21, 2020

This week we covered the importance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, as well as a guest speaker, hosted at Dunbar by Leaders in the Making. We also took a look at PLD's Orchestra and finally, we checked...

Air Force One customized by Dunbar junior Andrew Herrera. He makes money designing sneakers for resale.

Dunbar Sneakerhead Known For “Customs”

Jack Naehr, Staff Reporter • January 8, 2020

Andrew Herrera started making his own custom apparel at the beginning of this year, but he specializes in making custom shoes. He has designed and made his own pairs of shoes from Nike Air Force Ones to...

Have iPhones really changed?

Dylan Corman, Staff Reporter • November 4, 2019

iPhones have come a long way in terms of appearance, but have they really changed at their core? This year, Apple released the new iPhone 11 and the 11 Pro which stay true to their predecessors as both...

People raising their fists in protest

Why People Should Protest

Jack Naehr, Staff Reporter • October 26, 2019

A protest is a statement or action expressing disapproval of or objection to something. The number of people involved or the seriousness of a protest can vary, but they all have a similar goal: to make...

World Languages at Dunbar from PLD Lamplighter on Vimeo.

World Language Opportunities at PLD

Jack Naehr, Staff Reporter • October 23, 2019

Students at Dunbar are fortunate to have many opportunities available through Dunbar's world language department which includes instruction in German, French, and Spanish. Here's what they've been up...

How Minecraft Made a Comeback

How Minecraft Made a Comeback

Jack Naehr, Staff Reporter • October 2, 2019

In American schools, Minecraft, a creative sandbox type video game has recently become popular with teens after being out for over nine years. It has gained more attention because of influencers such as...

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