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
Payton Coulter

Payton Coulter, Business-Editor-In-Chief

My name is Payton Coulter and I am a senior at Dunbar. I am one of PLD Lamplighter’s Editors-In-Chiefs, and I’m in charge of the PR, HR, and Business teams. I joined my sophomore year of high school wanting to learn more about what is going on in our country to share with others. I have written articles, filmed, and edited videos. 

As an EIC this year, I want staff reporters and editors to work together in a comfortable environment where they enjoy producing content, while communicating more. I want Lamplighter to be known in many communities.

Outside of Lamplighter, I play softball and golf for Dunbar. I am a part of Dunbar’s National Honors Society.

I hope you enjoy all of what Lamplighter produces, and I am so excited to be one of your EIC’s this year! 

All content by Payton Coulter
It's still unclear whether the class of 2021 will get to have an in-person prom or graduation.

The Forgotten Class of 2021

Payton Coulter, Business Editor-in-Chief • March 8, 2021

This year has certainly not been the best. There has been a pandemic, protests, a presidential election, and school closures. It has been hard on everyone, no matter who they are. People have been laid...

Stressing About the ACT Exam?

Payton Coulter, Staff Reporter • March 10, 2020

Studying for the ACT stresses students out. For most students who plan on heading to college after high school, they understand that this test is crucial for them. The higher the score, the more likely...

Fayette Mall in Lexington, KY, is a popular hangout for teens.

Fayette Mall Implements Youth Escort Policy

Payton Coulter and Alex Fulton • February 23, 2020

As of March 1, Fayette Mall will be implementing a “youth escort policy” (YEP).  After recent disturbances from people under the age of 18, Fayette Mall has outlined a policy that requires anyone...

Haley Gadd, #42, goes up for the rebound to get the ball from Lexington Catholic.

Dunbar Defeats Lexington Catholic in the 43rd District Semifinal

February 27, 2020

Haley Gadd, #42, goes up for the rebound to get the ball from Lexington Catholic.

Girls Basketball 1/14/2020

Scott County Defeats Dunbar in an Upsetting Region Game

January 16, 2020

#13 goes around a Madison Southern player to shoot for a layup.

Dunbar's Win Plummets Madison Southern

December 11, 2019

#13 goes around a Madison Southern player to shoot for a layup.

#23 goes up for the layup to get points for PLD.

Lady Bulldogs Advance in the 11th Region Tournament

March 3, 2020

#23 goes up for the layup to get points for PLD.

#13 goes around a Madison Southern player to shoot for a layup.

Dunbar’s Win Plummets Madison Southern

Payton Coulter, Staff Reporter • December 11, 2019

Dunbar’s Bowling Team Starts Strong

November 18, 2019

The Dunbars bowling team faced the Scott County’s Cardinals on Nov. 15. Scott County’s girls' team forfeited due to the lack of amount of players on that team. So the Dunbar’s girls' team...

Every year my mom puts out Thanksgiving decorations on our fireplace.

Payton’s Thanksgiving Traditions

Payton Coulter, Staff Reporter • November 8, 2019

Every year my mom puts out Thanksgiving decorations on our fireplace.

WPLD Nov. 11 Broadcast

November 11, 2019

This week we honor our veterans for their service, take a look at the winning football game last Friday, and hear about Dunbar's bowling team. All this and more!! Check it out.

Dunbar"s Organ Donor Drive from PLD Lamplighter on Vimeo.

PLD Organ Donation Drive

Annika Koch and Dylan Stern • October 31, 2019

Dunbar has been promoting organ donation through a drive and teaching students what it means to be a donor. Advertising and opening registration in the cafeteria, we have been talking face to face with...

So much trash is left on beach shorelines, leaving it to float in the oceans.

We Need To Do Something About Trash

Payton Coulter, Staff Reporter • October 30, 2019

Many teenagers believe that big issues going on in the world are things they don't need to worry about, and they believe that their parents can resolve complications for them. But there are some teens...

My friends and I having fun in the fall.

Falling For Fun

Payton Coulter • October 15, 2019

As it starts becoming fall season, many enjoyable activities are options such as college football games, Keeneland races and, of course, Halloween. A popular event is Lakeside Live: a free, live music...

This Hannah Berry Bush was planted for Hannah Landers, a student who passed away in 2008.

The Legacy of Dunbar’s Memorial Garden

Victoria Bravo, Staff Reporter • September 26, 2019

When the garden was originally constructed, PLD art teachers helped students process their grief through art.

Best and Worst Comedy Films of All Time

Payton Coulter, Staff Reporter • April 25, 2019

Payton’s Top Three Comedy Faves

Payton Coulter, Staff Reporter • April 5, 2019

2016 Ghostbusters This movie is about four women who try to prove that ghosts are real. When strange things appear in Manhattan, these women try to help the city. In the end, the women find out that...

Summer Opportunities for Students

Payton Coulter, Staff Reporter • April 1, 2019

Many high school students have been focusing on their future plans after high school such whether it's college, trade school, the military or a job. Some, however, do not take into consideration volunteering...

Trials of Being an Athlete and a Student

Payton Coulter, Staff Reporter • March 27, 2019

Handling school work and sports can be difficult. I play two sports, golf and softball, and am currently taking one AP class, and five advanced classes. So playing sports and having a lot of school work...

The newest Grinch animation.

Top Five Must Watch Christmas Movies

Victoria Bravo and Payton Coulter • December 17, 2018

Everybody loves the holiday season. Whether it's for the yummy food or for the wonderful gifts, the holidays are always tons of fun. Part of what makes Winter Break so enjoyable is getting to curl up with...

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