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  • December 1Dec. 1 Former Supreme Court Justice, Sandra Day O'Connor, has passed away
  • December 1Dec. 1 Town of Louisa to host tree lighting ceremony
  • December 1JV Boys Basketball hosts Spotsylvania at 5:00
  • December 1Varsity Boys Basketball hosts Spotsylvania at 7:30
  • December 1JV Girls Basketball travels to Spotsylvania at 5:00
  • December 1Varsity Girls Basketball travels to Spotsylvania at 6:30
What does it mean to be a senior?
What does it mean to be a Senior?
These members of FFA are apart of different chapters and hand out work books to other members as they enter.
Virginia FFA Chapters unite in the Alan Jackson Theater
Image created on Canva by Sumner Armstrong, showing the Democratic Parties emblem, a donkey, with colors associated with them, blue and red.
Virginia Democrats Succeed In Recent Election
Girls from every grade level stormed the jungle for Powderpuff this Wednesday. With new cheerleaders and awesome routines to cheer them on.
Touchdown for the girls
Students pose for a picture in the student section during the sophomore and senior game.
Powderpuff brings the people of Lousia together
Damar Hamlin regresa al campo
Seniors and cross country runners Justin Davenport and William Moore pose together for the picture.
Cross Country Corre Hacia el Centro de Atención
Side view of hotel being built, from 7/11
Nuevo Hotel Siendo Construido en Zion Crossroads
Mr. Redd proudly stands in the front hall of the building.
Listo Para Trabajar
Sénior Hannah Ryan juega bloqueador central para el equipo universitario de Louisa Lions voleibol con un “plugar arriba como Straley.” Senior Hannah Ryan plays middle blocker for the Varsity Louisa Lions Volleyball team with a Straley-thumbs-up.
Preparándose para la temporada
Varsity Football’s Final Games Before Playoffs
The Tune Squad lines up to practice catching and throwing baseballs on the field.
The Tune Squad plays to a different beat
Louisa runs out onto the field, preparing themselves and the fans for the game.
Varsity Football Had Their First Victorious Game
The NFL season is on fire and everyones excited about the upcoming year.
NFL Football is BACK
Sénior Hannah Ryan juega bloqueador central para el equipo universitario de Louisa Lions voleibol con un “plugar arriba como Straley.” Senior Hannah Ryan plays middle blocker for the Varsity Louisa Lions Volleyball team with a Straley-thumbs-up.
Varsity volleyball sets up for the season
Varsity Football’s Final Games Before Playoffs
Louisa runs out onto the field, preparing themselves and the fans for the game.
Varsity Football Had Their First Victorious Game
The NFL season is on fire and everyones excited about the upcoming year.
NFL Football is BACK
UVA v.s. Tech image created by Sumner Armstrong on Canva.
A State Divided
A group of sophomores is depicted sporting their green and gold at the first varsity home game of the season.
Football goes further than the field
Photo of the Butter ball poster seen around the school hallways.
Boys Ready to Serve
The varsity volleyball teams student section celebrating together after their win against Spotsylvania.
Students make a difference at volleyball games
Sénior Hannah Ryan juega bloqueador central para el equipo universitario de Louisa Lions voleibol con un “plugar arriba como Straley.” Senior Hannah Ryan plays middle blocker for the Varsity Louisa Lions Volleyball team with a Straley-thumbs-up.
Varsity volleyball sets up for the season
Girls Basketball playoffs
Girls Basketball playoffs
Tanner Painting, Luke Rowan, and Kasey Casazza posing with coaches after becoming Region champs.
Wrestling advances to the State tournament
Photo Credit A. Woolfolk
Varsity Girls Basketball v Albemarle 1/17
Sylvie Jackson poses for her commitment announcement while visiting Davidson College in North Caroline.
Senior Sylvie Jackson Commits to Davidson
Photo by Scott Taetsch/NCAA Photos via Getty Images
March Madness Update
Caroline Chapman signing her letter of intent. Photo credits to Lucien Cormier.
Caroline Chapman commits to Bridgewater
Gillespie pitching at playoff game against Blacksburg High School.
Emily Gillespie commits to Northern Kentucky University
Major League Baseball begins playing postseason games Oct.7. Teams strive to play in the World Series tournament Oct. 28- Nov.5.
MLB Faces Pressure in the Postseason
Photo Courtesy of Carrie Chisholm featuring Dara Sharpe batting at the Spring Break Softball Classic Tournament in Myrtle Beach.
Dara Sharpe Commits to George Mason
Nina Fenster takes a shot on goal at an Western Albemarle game.
Nina Fenster Commits to VMI
Image created using Canva by Cassie Duerson.
Events happening this weekend 12/1-12/3
LC Pride Elites getting students hype at the pep-rally with their all new dance moves.
New Team, New Title
Canva image created by Casey Little.
Cooking up holiday memories
A festive Thanksgiving presentation to showcase the upcoming holiday and events.
What to do during Thanksgiving Break
Mean Girls 2024
Image created using Canva by Cassie Duerson.
Events happening this weekend 12/1-12/3
Image created using Canva by Cassie Duerson.
Events happening this weekend 11/17-11/19
Image created by Cassie Duerson using Canva.
Events happening this weekend 11/10-11/12
Image created by Cassie Duerson using Canva.
Events happening this weekend 11/3-11/5
Image created using Canva by Cassie Duerson.
Events happening this weekend 10/27-10/29
Amber Gibson smiling outside of her office located on the right side of the cafeteria.
Appreciating Athletic Administrative Assistant Amber Gibson
The schools cosmetology and barbering lab with lots of practice tools and stations
The advantages of Career Technical Education
The academic team poses for a photo with smiling faces alongside their coach.
Prioritizing fun over fear
SODA is a student organization that teaches fourth-graders lessons about various topics to impact how they go about life. Created on Canva by Audrey Ryan
SODA makes an impact
Lo Davis takes a group picture in the UVA fieldhouse with Kellie Booth, Director of Marketing, and UVA athletes who are associated with CavFutures. Picture provided by Lo Davis.
Making an impact in the NIL world
The Lion Pride Club posters hanging throughout the building have Google Classroom codes to join the Google Classroom.
Don’t be nervous, it’s just community service
Homecoming spirit week
All things college
All things college
Senior Spotlight: Tanner Painting
Kristen Randall and John Schick standing together in the hallway. Photo credits to Casey Little.
Senior Spotlight: Kristen Randall
Kayden Belverio and Miranda Moyer outside in the greenhouse. Photo credits to Casey Little.
Senior Spotlight: Kayden Belverio
Jaezon Carter in the hallway posing with a peace sign.
Senior Spotlight: Jaezon Wilton Carter
Life is just a classroom: senior sendoff
Life is just a classroom: senior sendoff
Image created using Canva by Cassie Duerson.
Artificial Intelligence sparks discussion
Day of silence for LGBTQ+ youth
Day of silence for LGBTQ+ youth
This photo shows Mielles collection of Rosemary Mint Scalp & Hair Strengthening products and their prices as listed in our local CVS.
Cultural Appropriation is Appropriate
This display was made by Joss J. on Canva to display the headline of her article Colored are Capable of Creating.
Colored are Capable of Creating
Your future depends on it
Your future depends on it
Vote for the Best Halloween Candy
The stage holding the NCAA trophies that would later be taken home by NC state for Woman and Oklahoma State for Men along with individual winners.
Cross Country NCAA championship held In Charlottesville 2023
This leaf is a mix of brown, red, and yellow, as the temperatures continue to drop.
The seasons are changing
The cast of Louisa County High schools production of Peter Pan in the mainstage/theater classroom before a performance.
Louisa County’s Mainstage Peter Pan.
Image created using Canva by Cassie Duerson.
Artificial Intelligence sparks discussion
A presentation created on Canva to express how every individual matters; no matter what.
Making Mental Health Matter
Today we host the first round of class 5C regional quarterfinals against Mills E. Godwin. Graphic made by Savannah Bragg.
The Dicky and Tommy Show E.6
The varsity softball team holding up their state championship trophy as they celebrate their win.
Making History
Mental Health with Mrs.Inderbitzen
Mental Health with Mrs.Inderbitzen
Staffers Savannah Bragg and Eric Davis talk to Dicky Purcell and Tommy Nelson about this weeks game against Albemarle. The game is October 27th at 7:30. Graphic made by Savannah Bragg.
The Dicky and Tommy Show E.5
Lions Roar staffers Owen McHugh and Sumner Armstrong interview varsity volleyball captains Alyssa Hopkins and Hannah Ryan to get an inside look on the team. Graphic made by Savannah Bragg.
The set up: volleyball edition
A presentation created on Canva to express how every individual matters; no matter what.
Making Mental Health Matter
Kloe Collison, Khaya Collison and Kaylee LaMonds posing in front of a tree outside.
Helping out with Hoco
Four years in the blink of an eye: senior send-off
Four years in the blink of an eye: senior send-off
Senior and Editor in Chief, Ashlynn Harding poses in a field with her cap and gown for her graduation photos that were taken by April Summers.
Caffeine and degrees: senior send-off
Senior and News/Copy Editor, Katelynn Jones poses in the Paintings field for her senior photos taken by Sarah Brooks.
The growth of compassion: senior send-off
Same Town, New Angle
Same Town, New Angle
A photo capturing Bethel Brews and Bites in the evening when they are closed for the day.
A new cafe with a new idea
A group holding the youngest boys hand as they head for the finish line of the 2 mile race.
Paint the Town Pink supports Breast Cancer
Poster made by Myles Mackie on Canva that features the Louisa green and gold colors
Louisa Arts Center Cinema!
Junior Emma Alexander is happy to talk about Louisa as she is involved with a lot in the community.
Louisa Turns 150 Years Old
Main Street Supply- Thank you!
Main Street Supply- Thank you!
Joe-Joes Superheroes & Pizza- Thank You!
Joe-Joe’s Superheroes & Pizza- Thank You!
Louisa True Value- Thank you!
Louisa True Value- Thank you!
Louisa Dominos- Thank You!
Louisa Domino’s- Thank You!
This is Mrs. Fletcher in 8th grade. She met Madame Johnsen this year!
Linda Johnsen- Thank you!
Photo by Louisa County Airport.
Louisa County Airport
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The Queen City Mischief and Magic Festival returns for the fifth year

Audrey Ryan, Reporter/Photographer • November 10, 2023
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Audrey Ryan
The streets of downtown Staunton, Virginia are flooded with participants dressed in Hogwarts robes and other costumes.

 

     The Queen City Mischief and Magic Festival was held on September 23rd and 24th in downtown Staunton, Virginia. The festival happens every year on the same weekend in September and is a way for “Harry Potter” fans to get together and celebrate their love of the books and movies. The Queen City Mischief and Magic Festival features themed foods, apparel, and activities.

 

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Gallery • 12 Photos
Audrey Ryan
"Dementors" hung at the ends of East and West Beverly Streets to show the boundaries of the festival space.

 
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Audrey Ryan, Reporter/Photographer
Audrey Ryan is a sophomore and first year staff member. She enjoys reading, watching movies and tv shows, and volunteering at the public library. Audrey likes to write about things that she is passionate about or that interest her. 

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