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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

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

Lamplighter Media Productions
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[Photo] Goodbye, Lamplighter...

May 30, 2018
Cheer Coach Donna Martin giving the girls a pep talk before showtime.

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May 30, 2018
The Dunbar Cheerleaders performing their routine.

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May 30, 2018
Senior Mary Vezina after the winners are announced.

[Photo] Dunbar Cheerleaders are World Champions

February 20, 2017
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[Photo] Passing the Torch: Announcing Editorial Board 2017-2018

May 11, 2017
2017-2018 Editorial Board

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May 11, 2017
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[Photo] PLD in Pictures: Dunbar Prom 2017

April 23, 2017

Episode 3: Religion

February 19, 2017
Junior Caroline Pucketts water bottle supports local stores that she enjoys.

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February 19, 2017
Students decorate their bottles by personalizing them with stickers that reflect their interests and personalities.

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February 19, 2017
Junior Mackenzie McConnells reusable water bottle is decorated with stickers that reflect her personality and interests.

[Photo] More Students Using Reusable Water Bottles

February 9, 2017
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[Photo] STLP Students Create New Music App

January 27, 2017
FEATURE

Women’s March in Lexington

January 23, 2017
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January 23, 2017
Healthcare for all

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January 23, 2017
You dont own me

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January 23, 2017
Dunbar Junior Abby Wheatley

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January 23, 2017
Dunbar Senior Kasey Sprague

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January 23, 2017
Eve Was Framed

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January 23, 2017
Truth Not Lies

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January 23, 2017
Feminism=Equality.

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January 23, 2017
Dunbar Seniors Francesca Macchiavello and Emily Liu

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January 23, 2017
We will Not be Silenced

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January 23, 2017
Free Press

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January 23, 2017
Unlearn Fear & Hate

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January 23, 2017
Many participants wore suffragette style sashes with the Unlearn Fear and Hate logo.

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January 23, 2017
PLD Bowling at Southland

PLD Bowling at Southland

January 21, 2017
Dunbar Wrestling Vs. Henry Clay

Dunbar Wrestling Vs. Henry Clay

January 18, 2017
Sophomore Kyle Heckler

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January 21, 2017
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January 21, 2017
Sophomore Kyle Heckler

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January 21, 2017
Sophomore Hannah King

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January 21, 2017
Caleb Bowling gets held down by a Henry Clay wrestler

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January 21, 2017
Henry Clay wrestler has the advantage over Sophomore Alan Friend

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January 21, 2017
Freshman Caleb Bowling gets taken down by Henry Clay wrestler

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January 21, 2017
Caleb Bowling fights back against a Henry Clay wrestler

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January 21, 2017
Caleb Bowling waits for the referee to start the match again after blood on the mat

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January 21, 2017
Andres Calleja breaks down a Henry Clay wrestler

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January 21, 2017
Andres Calleja takes down a Henry Clay wrestler

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January 21, 2017
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January 21, 2017
Andres Calleja holds down a Henry Clay wrestler

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January 21, 2017
Senior Andres Calleja takes the win over Henry Clay

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January 21, 2017
PLD Swim & Dive Meet

PLD Swim & Dive Meet

January 15, 2017
Dunbar’s number 1, Tre Homer pushes a Lafayette player out of the fight and tries to calm him down.

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January 13, 2017
Freshman Taylor Albrecht does a front somersault full twist.

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January 13, 2017
Freshman Taylor Albrecht does a front somersault full twist.

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January 13, 2017
Junior Julia Radhakrishnan does a front somersault half-twist dive.

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January 13, 2017
PLD swimmer prepares for her first race.

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January 13, 2017
PLD swimmer swims freestyle

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January 13, 2017
Olivia Turner waits her turn during warm ups

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January 13, 2017
The PLD swim team listens to Coach Morgan Neuer during warm up time.

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January 13, 2017
Swimmer Ben McKeown dives in during warm ups

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January 13, 2017
Caroline McMillin prepares to enter the water during a forward dive.

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January 13, 2017
Caroline McMillin does a front somersault tuck dive.

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January 13, 2017
Freshman Caroline McMillin waits for the judge to announce her dive.

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January 13, 2017
Junior Remy Milburn listens to Ed Sheerans new singles on her iPhone.

Sheeran Releases Two New Singles

January 10, 2017

Cheerleaders Win State Championship

December 16, 2016
FEATRUE

[Photo] Dunbar Escapes LCA With Close Victory

December 15, 2016
Sophomore Michael Corio attempts to steal the ball .

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December 15, 2016
Senior Javea Richardson goes for a lay up.

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December 15, 2016
Sophomore Jared Gadd blocks a player from the opposing team.

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December 15, 2016
Sophomore Michael Corio goes up to block a LCA players shot.

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December 15, 2016
Senior Matthew Browne looks for a teammate to pass to.

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December 15, 2016
LCA player, Kyle Rode, goes up for a shot, but is blockec by Dunbar Players Isaiah Yeast (2) and Star Ifeacho (13)

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December 15, 2016
PLD Basketball Coach Mr. Scott Chalk yells to his players during the game.

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December 15, 2016
Attempted block by Taveion Hollingsworth and Star Ifeacho.

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December 15, 2016
Senior Javea Richardson goes up for the block

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December 15, 2016
LCA player Kyle Rode goes up for a layup

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December 15, 2016
Star Ifeacho tries to recover the ball

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December 15, 2016
Junior JaQuice Gray blocks the layup from LCAs Kyle Rode

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December 15, 2016
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