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Newly appointed athletic director, Chris Baird shares his experience joining the Louisa High school athletics staff.
Louisa Athletics Grows
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
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
Sophomore Evan Snead is in his follow-through after hitting his drive at the driving range.
Aiming for the Fairway
The volleyball team huddles up, discussing the game plan and what to do. Photo courtesy of Amara Comfort.
Ready to Serve
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
Belly Conklin sits between Conrad and Jeremiah Fisher, leaving viewers wondering who she will choose in this last season. Photo courtesy of "Simon & Schuster."
Ep:4 Summer I Turned Pretty Season Overview and Predictions
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend 09/12-09/14
Official Formula 1 movie poster courtesy of Formula 1.
Start Your Engines for F1
Fantastic Four gets a Fresh Look
Fantastic Four gets a Fresh Look
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend 09/05-09/07
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend 09/12-09/14
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend 09/05-09/07
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
Belly Conklin sits between Conrad and Jeremiah Fisher, leaving viewers wondering who she will choose in this last season. Photo courtesy of "Simon & Schuster."
Ep:4 Summer I Turned Pretty Season Overview and Predictions
Fantastic Four gets a Fresh Look
Fantastic Four gets a Fresh Look
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’
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
Art teacher Dani Perry shuts off her phone and concentrates on a watercolor practice worksheet.
Shunning Screens: How Digital Detoxes Benefit Adolescents
Belly Conklin sits between Conrad and Jeremiah Fisher, leaving viewers wondering who she will choose in this last season. Photo courtesy of "Simon & Schuster."
Ep:4 Summer I Turned Pretty Season Overview and Predictions
Belly Conklin sits between Conrad and Jeremiah Fisher, leaving viewers wondering who she will choose in this last season. Photo courtesy of "Simon & Schuster."
Ep:3 Summer I Turned Pretty Season Overview and Predictions
Belly Conklin sits between Conrad and Jeremiah Fisher, leaving viewers wondering who she will choose in this last season. Photo courtesy of "Simon & Schuster."
Ep:2 Summer I Turned Pretty Season Overview and Predictions
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
Cover for behind the scenes of the newspaper class featuring newspaper member Ben Stallard at the start of class.
Newspaper Behind the Scenes
Belly Conklin sits between Conrad and Jeremiah Fisher, leaving viewers wondering who she will choose in this last season. Photo courtesy of "Simon & Schuster."
Ep:4 Summer I Turned Pretty Season Overview and Predictions
After Coach Patrick's speech, the football team gathers in the middle of the gym to start their chant.
First Pep Rally of 2025
Belly Conklin sits between Conrad and Jeremiah Fisher, leaving viewers wondering who she will choose in this last season. Photo courtesy of "Simon & Schuster."
Ep:3 Summer I Turned Pretty Season Overview and Predictions
While doing striders, senior Alexander Hurst-Barbeito looks back and laughs at a comment made by his fellow teammate.
Before The Race Begins
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
Belly Conklin sits between Conrad and Jeremiah Fisher, leaving viewers wondering who she will choose in this last season. Photo courtesy of "Simon & Schuster."
Ep:4 Summer I Turned Pretty Season Overview and Predictions
Belly Conklin sits between Conrad and Jeremiah Fisher, leaving viewers wondering who she will choose in this last season. Photo courtesy of "Simon & Schuster."
Ep:3 Summer I Turned Pretty Season Overview and Predictions
Belly Conklin sits between Conrad and Jeremiah Fisher, leaving viewers wondering who she will choose in this last season. Photo courtesy of "Simon & Schuster."
Ep:2 Summer I Turned Pretty Season Overview and Predictions
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
Already feeling bittersweet about the end of my summer at Radford, I took this the night before our departure.
A Look Into the Future
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
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!
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  • September 18District Varsity Golf competes at 4:30pm
  • September 17Picture Day Underclassmen last names L-Z
  • September 17JV Football Game vs Matoaca
  • September 17Cross Country Varsity District Meet at 5pm
  • September 16Trump announces $15 billion defamation lawsuit against The New York Times
  • September 16Girls JV and Varsity District Volleyball vs. Charlottesville
  • September 16JV and Varsity Field Hockey vs. Charlottesville
  • September 15JV and Varsity Field Hockey vs. Courtland
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The Student News Site of Louisa County High School

The Lion's Roar
Elizabeth Middlesworth

Elizabeth Middlesworth, Media Editor

This is Elizabeth’s fourth semester being a part of The Lion’s Roar. She enjoys running, hiking, and spending time with friends when she can. She is also the media editor and edits everything to do with photography, videos, and podcasts. 

All content by Elizabeth Middlesworth
Belly Conklin sits between Conrad and Jeremiah Fisher, leaving viewers wondering who she will choose in this last season. Photo courtesy of "Simon & Schuster."

Ep:4 Summer I Turned Pretty Season Overview and Predictions

Elizabeth Middlesworth, Media Editor
September 15, 2025
Belly Conklin sits between Conrad and Jeremiah Fisher, leaving viewers wondering who she will choose in this last season. Photo courtesy of "Simon & Schuster."

Ep:3 Summer I Turned Pretty Season Overview and Predictions

Elizabeth Middlesworth, Media Editor
September 8, 2025
Senior Ally McGehee talks about her favorite character, Franklin, in the Fantastic Four movie.

[Photo] Fantastic Four gets a Fresh Look

Emma Sandlin, Staffer
September 10, 2025
Belly Conklin sits between Conrad and Jeremiah Fisher, leaving viewers wondering who she will choose in this last season. Photo courtesy of "Simon & Schuster."

Ep:2 Summer I Turned Pretty Season Overview and Predictions

Elizabeth Middlesworth, Media Editor
September 2, 2025
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

Elizabeth Middlesworth
August 25, 2025
Graduates Luke Rowan, Brianna Mitchell, and Danielle Gordon hold their tassels before they are considered newly graduates.

2025 Seniors turn to Graduates

Elizabeth Middlesworth, Media Editor
May 22, 2025
Seniors sit at graduation, clapping for each other as they prepare to take their next steps beyond high school.

[Photo] The Road Ahead

May 21, 2025
Graduate Isaiah Holland hugs Dr. Thiemann for helping him throughout his years in high school.

Senior Madison Hiter is given her first dollar coin by Dr. Thiemann as a newly graduate.

Seniors being guided by the junior marshalls to the stage.

Graduate Ian Castillo stands up to represent his commitment to joining the United States Marines.

Rowan is granted the Sherman T. Shifflett and the Dr. A.R. Southhall awards for his outstanding efforts throughout his high school career.

Senior Taylor Yeatts sits eighth in her class, and waits to be walked to the stage.

Graduates clap for their fellow class members after they finish their speeches.

Graduates George Albertson, Tryphena Alaribe, and Anna Abing listen to the speeches of valedictorian and salutatorian.

Top ten member Gabriella McGehee smiling as the ceremony is about to begin.

Graduate Ryan Dumire walking into the gymnasium looking for his family as he finds his seats.

Diplomas stacked up before they are handed to the graduating class of 2025.

The cap and gown of valedictorian Gavin Myers representing all his achievements throughout high school.

The treasurer for the class of 2025 Luke Rowan converses with friends before the ceremony starts.

Junior Kayleigh Metz shares where she is going this summer.

[Photo] The Hottest Summer Destinations to Visit

Shaniya Siribandu, Staffer
April 10, 2025
Canva image created by Elliott Moreno.

Unseen Heroes of LCHS – Mrs. Gibson

Benjamin Stallard, Elliott Moreno, and Elizabeth Middlesworth
March 19, 2025
Kindness can be shown through simple acts such as picking up trash on the side of the road. In this, we shed light on the acts of kindness in the school.

[Photo] Helping

Audrey Ryan and Juliet Heffley
November 8, 2024
Canva image of the screen representing what TikTok users see as they open the app.

The Fate of TikTok

Elizabeth Middlesworth, Writer/Photographer
March 4, 2025
Canva Image designed by Elliott Moreno.

Unseen Heroes with Mrs. Dean

Elliott Moreno, Benjamin Stallard, and Elizabeth Middlesworth
February 25, 2025
Isabella Petty is excited to see Tyler, the Creator on tour.

[Photo] Tyler, the Creator’s Chromakopia Tour

Shaniya Siribandu, Staffer
February 10, 2025
Myself and Mrs. LaBarr, the teacher who inspired me to become an art teacher.

[Photo] Finding My Inner Artist through My Teachers

Brooklyn Nemec, Staffer
December 18, 2024
Pittman standing in the hallway.

Louisa County hiking club walks through Green Springs looking for trash.

Basketball player Patrick Moore helping teach students to spin a basketball on their finger during basketball clinic.

Junior Lauren Goodman looking out the school window thinking of her family.

La Teoría del Apego y lo que Significa

Deisy Siegrist and Elizabeth Middlesworth
November 12, 2024
Junior Lauren Goodman looking out the school window thinking of her family.

The Attachment Theory and What it Means

Elizabeth Middlesworth, Writer/photographer
November 6, 2024
Junior Gabriel Hurst talks about track and cross country running.

[Photo] Humans of LCHS

September 26, 2023
Children’s books sit on the shelves of Flower Child Consignment for another young child to pick them up.

Flower Child Consignment

Emma Ryan, Brooklyn Nemec, and Elizabeth Middlesworth
October 25, 2024
Senior Stephen Rowan, who prefers the two semester schedule, standing in the hallway outside of his first period class.

[Photo] Would You Rather Have a Year-Round Schedule or Keep the Same Two-Semester Schedule?

Kara Kotowski, Copy Editor
October 24, 2024
Hurricane Milton as it reaches the Florida Gulf Coast.

Hurricane Milton makes landfall

Elizabeth Middlesworth, Writer
October 13, 2024
Canva poster of a hurricane as it builds over the ocean to represent Milton's creation.

Cobertura de Bondad

Cobertura de Bondad

Elizabeth Middlesworth, Allyson Reutinger, and Deisy Siegrist
October 11, 2024
An infographic displaying the path that Milton is predicted to take.

Kindness Coverage

Kindness Coverage

October 8, 2024
Children’s winter coats are out for sale as for the winter season is upon us.

Flower Chic, the sister company to Flower Child Consignment on Main Street, Louisa.

Children's puzzles collected from donors over time ready to be bought by curious children.

Flower child consignment’s pick up sign, decorated to draw attention to customers.

Donated stuffed animals that are ready to be loved and owned by another child.

Looking down the rows of Flower Child Consignment, and noticing the variety of colors that are offered to young children.

Walking throughout Flower Chic, and finding old toys that were donated for future customers.

A collection of decor found in Flower Chic for older customers to use to decorate their homes.

Flower shop consignment, “store mascot”, Keria, catching the eyes of incoming customers.

AP Psychology teacher Micah Moyer pulled from his U.S. history class to discuss the Attachment theory and how he teaches it.

Senior Stephen Rowan during first period, smiling in the hallway.

Sophomore Kristian Diest standing in the hall outside of the drivers education room.

The varsity football team makes their thrilling entrance as the game is about to start.

First Louisa Pep Rally and Football Game for the Season

Elizabeth Middlesworth, Writer/ Photographer
September 20, 2024
The Louisa players listen to their coach giving a speech before going into the last quarter of the game.

Louisa athletes attempt to tackle Massaponax players with the ball.

Cheerleader Dominic Judy stands in formation with the rest of the team.

The golf team walks down the straight away of the track for fall sport recognition night.

Players prepare physically and mentally before the game begins.

Sophomore Jaheim Jackson and junior Dyzier Carter celebrate a successful pass.

Louisa's defense lines up against Massaponax's offense to protect

The varsity football team makes their thrilling entrance as the game is about to start.

[Photo] September Image of the Month

October 8, 2024
Louisa patrons gather to hold the American flag to say the Pledge of Allegiance before kickoff.

Students dressed in their green and gold walking around before kickoff of the first home game.

Football coach Willam Patrick rallies the varsity team to prepare for the first home game against Massaponax High School.

As students play Musical Chairs, the humorous levels of the game become more intense.

Senior Braden McIntire gets hyped during a pep rally game before the football game.

Athletic trainer Sara Whiteside, watches the pep rally games from the side of the gym in curiosity.

Leadership students Luke Rowan and Amara Comfort discuss before the pep rally begins.

Senior Isaiah Pelloni poses by the gym after sharing why he started floor hockey club.

[Photo] Student Creates New Floor Hockey Club

Mya Woodward, Staffer
September 10, 2024
Elizabeth Middlesworth smiles excitedly waiting for Taylor Swifts concert to start.

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