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Clothes hang outside of the store along with a welcome sign, welcoming customers in.
The Purple Pumpkin Makes its Way to Louisa
The Louisa County Sheriff's Office is partnering with Spring Creek to raise money for the K9 unit. Photo courtesy of the Louisa County Sheriff's Department.
Running for the Canines
During their after-school meetings on Fridays, Envirothon team members often go outside to practice what they learn.
Envirothon: Competing for a Better Earth
Principal Redd and the students gather to dance and have fun.
Buddy Club Organizes an Adapted Prom
2024 Prom ticket which will be sold during lunch shifts.
Once Upon A Fairytale: Prom 2024
Junior Lauren Goodman looking out the school window thinking of her family.
La Teoría del Apego y lo que Significa
Cobertura de Bondad
Cobertura de Bondad
Estudiantes extranjeros de intercambio vienen a Louisa
Estudiantes extranjeros de intercambio vienen a Louisa
Mrs. Matthews and Ms. Forbes sit at the main desk in the library where the greet students daily.
Héroes invisibles: los rostros detrás de los libros
The Lady Lions varsity basketball team huddled together during a timeout in their game against Albemarle
Estudiantes Llegan a La Cima
All of the senior football players lined up to take their last professional group photo before the 2025 season began.
Louisa Football Roots Run Deep as Players Move on to College
Silhouettes of different positions that can be seen during Spring Training. Image designed on Canva by Olivia Hall.
MLB Spring Training: A Recap on Positions and Prospects for the 2025 Season
As the sun sets the Louisa Lions soccer team prepare to face Powhatan.
A Week of Louisa Boys Soccer
Image created on Canva by Mackenzie Randlett.
2024-2025 Spring Sports Outlook
Texas women's basketball team with hands in about to break it down.
Final 4 set after Intense Elite 8 Action
Belly Conklin sits between Conrad and Jeremiah Fisher, leaving viewers wondering who she will choose in this last season. Photo courtesy of "Simon & Schuster."
Summer I Turned Pretty
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend 08/29-08/31
Jeff Buckley’s Legacy is Never Over
“Man’s Best Friend” has three alternative covers, in addition to the original cover, which gives fans a chance to collect and pick their favorite one. Photo courtesy of Sabrina Carpenter’s website.
“Man’s Best Friend” Releases Soon
Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis return to play Anna and Tess, respectively, in Freakier Friday. (Photo Courtesy of IMDB)
Disney Releases “Freaky Friday” Sequel
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend 08/29-08/31
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer
Events Happening this Weekend 08/22-08/24
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer
Evens Happening this Weekend
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend
Belly Conklin sits between Conrad and Jeremiah Fisher, leaving viewers wondering who she will choose in this last season. Photo courtesy of "Simon & Schuster."
Summer I Turned Pretty
The official Wicked movie poster, from Billboard.
Wicked Movie Review
Emma Myers stars as Pippa Fitz-Amobi in Netflix’s “A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder.”
Did Netflix Bury It?
Kelsea Ballerini's "Patterns album cover." Courtesy of Kelsea Ballerini's Instagram
Kelsea Ballerini has ‘Patterns’
Short n' Sweet album cover curtesy of Sabrina Carpenter Official website.
Short n’ Sweet
Hiter is emotional as he hugs his parents after announcing his commitment to the University of Michigan.
Savion Hiter Commits to Michigan
Graduates Luke Rowan, Brianna Mitchell, and Danielle Gordon hold their tassels before they are considered newly graduates.
2025 Seniors turn to Graduates
Lucien Cormier stands as he is being recognized for going into the Army.
Time Flies: Senior Send-Off
Cassie Duerson stands in front of the main entrance to the high school.
Never Grow Up: Senior Send-Off
Kylie Kenny poses in the water for her senior photos.
Always Be Kind: Senior Send-Off
Graphic made on cava for Who's the GOAT. All images from NBA.com
The Ultimate Debate: LeBron vs. MJ – Who’s the Real GOAT?
Image created using Canva displaying common foods consumed by Americans.
The Problems in America’s Diet
Fall sunset overlooking The Jungle during a Friday Night Football game.
The Need to Shed Light on Seasonal Affective Disorder
Canva image of the screen representing what TikTok users see as they open the app.
The Fate of TikTok
Softball coach Susan Sharpe (on the left) and baseball coach Kevin Fisher (on the right) discuss how they side with their view on gender inequality in sports.
How Gender Inequality Affects Athletes in Collegiate and Professional Sports
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Mental Health Today: Returning to School
Belly Conklin sits between Conrad and Jeremiah Fisher, leaving viewers wondering who she will choose in this last season. Photo courtesy of "Simon & Schuster."
Summer I Turned Pretty Season Overview and Predictions
Graduates Luke Rowan, Brianna Mitchell, and Danielle Gordon hold their tassels before they are considered newly graduates.
2025 Seniors turn to Graduates
Seniors sit at graduation, clapping for each other as they prepare to take their next steps beyond high school.
The Road Ahead
Malachi Rodgers asked Officer Harris to pose with him for a picture.
Insight of the Resource Expo
Seniors sit at graduation, clapping for each other as they prepare to take their next steps beyond high school.
The Road Ahead
As time "springs forward," graduation and the end of the school year approaches, so take the time to pause and live in the moment.
Spring Forward
Holiday Edition
Holiday Edition
Helping
Helping
Pumpkin Spice and Everything Nice
Pumpkin Spice and Everything Nice
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Mental Health Today: Returning to School
Belly Conklin sits between Conrad and Jeremiah Fisher, leaving viewers wondering who she will choose in this last season. Photo courtesy of "Simon & Schuster."
Summer I Turned Pretty Season Overview and Predictions
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Mental Health Today: New Season New Mindset
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Mental Heath Today: Second Semester
Hear The Roar Ep. One: Principal Redd
Hear The Roar Ep. One: Principal Redd
Senior Nyah Straley, a leg of the 4x800m track race.
Nyah Straley Strides for Success
My house at 11:54 PM, the fire had spread to the top floor below the attic and started to spread into the bedrooms.
When My Home Burned
Sammy George prepares to recieve the snap for the PAT, point after touchdown.
Playing through the Pain
Canva image made by Deisy Siegrist
A Journey to Paradise
While we were standing in the metro station waiting for the train before the concert, Anna and I took a selfie.
Kelsea Ballerini Concert Blog
Goodman Excavating works to help provide clients with any excavating needs. Logo courtesy of the Goodman Excavating page on The Blue Book website.
Goodman Excavating – Thank You!
Bethel Brews and Bites logo.
Thank You Bethel Brews and Bites!
Crossroads Animal Hospital's logo that encourages customers to come to their clinic. Courtesy of Crossroads Animal Hospital's website.
Crossroads Animal Hospital- Thank You!
Loudin Building Systems logo.
Loudin Building Systems- Thank You!
El Mariachi Bar & Grill logo courtesy of their website.
El Mariachi Bar & Grill- Thank You!
  • September 2National Guard projected to be in Chicago in days
  • September 2JV and Varsity Field Hockey vs King George
  • September 2Varsity Golf District Team vs Charlottesville High School at 4:30pm
  • August 29Trump faces legal test due in his effort to control Federal Reserve
  • August 29President Trump ends Kamala Harris's Secret Service protection
  • August 28Russian missiles hit Ukraine damaging EU and British offices
  • August 28Varsity Football Game vs. Mills E. Godwin at 7pm
  • August 28Varsity District Golf Team vs. Western Albemarle High School at 4:30pm
  • August 27Trump raises tariffs on India to 50%
  • August 27JV Football vs. Mills E. Godwin at 6:30pm
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Audrey Ryan

Audrey Ryan, Feature Editor

This is Audrey’s third year on The Lion’s Roar. She is the Feature Editor, and she enjoys reading, writing, and spending time with her cats.



All content by Audrey Ryan

Disney Releases “Freaky Friday” Sequel

Audrey Ryan, Feature Editor
August 27, 2025
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During their after-school meetings on Fridays, Envirothon team members often go outside to practice what they learn.

[Photo] Envirothon: Competing for a Better Earth

May 7, 2025
Dr. Felecia Christian, a former Assistant Principal and Special Education Coordinator, passed away from cancer on March 22, 2025.

Honoring Dr. Felecia Christian: A Legacy of Love and Compassion

Audrey Ryan, Feature Editor
April 22, 2025
Understanding March Madness may seem daunting, but it can be broken down into easily understandable terms.

[Photo] March Madness Made Easy: Key Terms you Need to Know Before Tournament Time

Amara Comfort, Office Manager
March 17, 2025
During the NCAA Tournament, anything could happen and underdogs could come out on top.

[Photo] March Madness Made Easy: Key Terms you need to know before tournament time

March 14, 2025
As time "springs forward," graduation and the end of the school year approaches, so take the time to pause and live in the moment.

Spring Forward

Audrey Ryan, Feature Editor
March 18, 2025
On the release night of “Captain America: Brave New World,” the Regal Cinema in Short Pump had a table decorated with Captain America merchandise.

Captain America: Brave New World or Missed Opportunity?

Audrey Ryan, Feature Editor
March 3, 2025
While gaining so much experience by working, I also get to see the beautiful sunrise every Sunday morning.

The Benefits of Working as a Student

Audrey Ryan, Feature Editor
February 27, 2025
Holiday Edition

Holiday Edition

Audrey Ryan and Juliet Heffley
December 13, 2024
The 2024 Little Lions Learning Lab banner hangs in the classroom, reminding students to always keep growing.

Teachers for Tomorrow Prepares Students for the Future

Audrey Ryan, Feature Editor
December 13, 2024
Helping

Helping

Audrey Ryan and Juliet Heffley
November 8, 2024
This is just one of the many beautiful sunsets I witnessed during my time at Radford University.

A Summer to Remember

Audrey Ryan, Feature Editor
September 12, 2024
Pumpkin Spice and Everything Nice

Pumpkin Spice and Everything Nice

Audrey Ryan and Juliet Heffley
October 17, 2024
The Avenue Art House is not only a gallery, but also a classroom and a studio space.

The Experience of Art

Audrey Ryan, Reporter/Photographer
October 11, 2024
Screenshot 2024-10-03 at 8.39.34 AM

[Photo] Humans of LCHS

September 26, 2023
The front of the soon to be expanded middle school.

[Photo] Expanding into the Future

Abigail Sellers, Reporter/Photographer
September 27, 2024
The Friends of JMRL book sale has a wide assortment of different book genres, including fantasy, nonfiction, classics, and romance. There are also CDs, DVDs, puzzles, and games.

Friends of JMRL Holds Semi-Annual Book Sale

Audrey Ryan, Reporter/Photographer
April 23, 2024
FFA is a large organization, made up of more than 900,000 across all 50 states.

FFA in our School

Audrey Ryan, Reporter/Photographer
March 13, 2024
Black History Month started as only a week and was founded by Carter G. Woodson in 1924.

The Evolution of Black History Month

Audrey Ryan, Reporter/Photographer
February 29, 2024
There are many new books coming out this year along with some book to movie/tv show adaptations. Created on Canva

New Books, Adaptations, and More Releasing in 2024

Audrey Ryan, Reporter/Photographer
January 22, 2024
"Percy Jackson and the Olympians" is a book-to-show adaptation of the same name that follows twelve-year old Percy as he discovers that he is a demigod.

“Percy Jackson and the Olympians” Set to Release December 20th

Audrey Ryan, Reporter/Photographer
December 4, 2023
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

[Photo] SODA Makes an Impact

November 20, 2023
The streets of downtown Staunton, Virginia are flooded with participants dressed in Hogwarts robes and other costumes.

The Queen City Mischief and Magic Festival Returns for the Fifth Year

Audrey Ryan, Reporter/Photographer
November 10, 2023
The pickleball club poses in front of their trunk at the Trunk or Treat, dressed in crayon costumes.

Pickleball Participates in the LCHS Trunk or Treat for the First Year

Audrey Ryan, Reporter/Photographer
November 1, 2023
Mainstage students play a game of "props" where they tell someone in the group something that they like about their performance.

Mainstage Heads to the Virginia Theater Association Conference

Audrey Ryan, Reporter/Photographer
October 13, 2023
Some of the Envirothon team members gather and pose together at one of their competitions last year.

Explore Envirothon

Audrey Ryan and Juliet Heffley
October 3, 2023
Latest at the Library

Latest at the Library

Audrey Ryan, Reporter
September 5, 2023
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