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  • May 18Varsity Softball hosts Goochland at 6:30
  • May 18Varsity Baseball hosts Goochland at 6:30
  • May 18JV Baseball travels to Goochland at 6:30
  • May 18Varsity Girls Soccer travels to Goochland at 7:00
  • May 18JV Girls Soccer travels to Goochland at 5:30
Photo taken by Region 10 Counselor, Ms. Britt featuring the Sources of Strength members posing for a group photo at the Yard Sale.
Sources of Strength Yard Sale
Blue ribbon to bring awareness to child abuse.
Child Abuse Prevention Month
Photo created by Ashlynn Harding off of Canva. This image features a cap and diploma for graduation.
2023 Graduation
Decision day 2022 when seniors were lined up ready to receive a cupcake in honor of their college decisions.
Decision Day
FCA and Softball poster for God and Country fundraiser concert.
Community Country Concert
Senior Jherkeem Banks poses for his photo during an Emory and Henry visit.
Jherkeem Banks commits to Emory and Henry
Takai Comforts signs with Shenandoah University
Takai Comfort signs with Shenandoah University
Senior Landon Wilson signing to Emory & Henry on Dec.21.
Senior Landon Wilson signs to Emory & Henry
NFL Playoffs (continuing coverage)
NFL Playoffs (continuing coverage)
This image was created on canva.
Lionel the lion
Senior Jherkeem Banks poses for his photo during an Emory and Henry visit.
Jherkeem Banks commits to Emory and Henry
Takai Comforts signs with Shenandoah University
Takai Comfort signs with Shenandoah University
Senior Landon Wilson signing to Emory & Henry on Dec.21.
Senior Landon Wilson signs to Emory & Henry
This image was created on canva.
Lionel the lion
Eli Brooks commits to Virginia Military Institute.
Senior Eli Brooks commits to VMI
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
Senior Austin Talley defends College Advisor Ms. A.
Senior v Faculty Basketball game
Country music artist Morgan Wallen announced the release of his new album “One Thing At A Time” on March 3.
Review: Morgan Wallen’s New Album
Micd up Monday
Mic’d up Monday
On September 25, 2022, the NFL released this picture on Twitter officially announcing that Rihanna would be performing in the 2023 Super Bowl halftime show with the caption “let’s go.”
Review: Super Bowl LVII Half Time Show
Today we talked to Louisa Alum, Haley Rosson, about how she was able to kickstart her photography business.
Episode 6: Student Business Spotlight
11/18-11/20
11/18-11/20
Weekend Outlook image featuring the American flag details for Veterans Day.
11/11-11/13
Photo off of Canva featuring the weekend outlook.
11/4-11/6
Canva creation of a the Halloween Weekend Outlook sign
10/28-10/30
Photo created by Ashlynn Harding.
10/21-10/23
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
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
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
What type of fruit are you?
What type of fruit are you?
Vote for the Best Halloween Candy
Micd up Monday
Mic’d up Monday
Today we talked to Louisa Alum, Haley Rosson, about how she was able to kickstart her photography business.
Episode 6: Student Business Spotlight
Episode 4: Freshmen vs. Senior Perspective
Episode 4: Freshmen vs. Senior Perspective
The Dicky and Tommy Show: Louisa vs Salem
The Dicky and Tommy Show: Louisa vs Salem
Local Legends Dicky Purcell, Tommy Nelson, and Coach Will Patrick team up with members of the Lions Roar Newspaper: Ellen Rosson and Savannah Bragg to bring this weeks Thursday Night Football Forecast on the Dicky and Tommy Show. This weeks episode covers the upcoming playoff game happening in The Jungle on Thursday, November 10. The Lions will face Jefferson Forest.
Episode 7 of The Dicky and Tommy Show
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
Image provided by Hulu press. This image shows the cast of “New Girl” posing for the shows cover picture.
“New Girl” leaves Netflix after ten years
My most recent win, Americas Ideal Miss Virginia.
Crowning accomplishment
To contact the Ashley Hoffman Group visit their website or social medias.
The Ashley Hoffman Group sponsorship
DK’s Coffee and Ice cream owner Darrin Welch poses during the morning rush with Ashley, one of his employees.
Mineral welcomes a new coffee and ice cream shop
The blueprint for the Lake Anna Resort, given at the Board of Supervisers meeting.
One Step Closer to LKA Resort
Tech Coach, Mrs. Wagoner represents the Halloween decorations in the Library.
Spooktacular Activities
Op-Ed Editor Eleanor Pekary posing fwith her food from Country Boys BBQ with her 0.5 picture.
County Boys BBQ
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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Ellen Rosson

Ellen Rosson, Editor-in-chief

Senior Ellen Rosson is one of three Editors-in-Chiefs this year. This is her third year on the staff. Ellen loves baking cookies, playing volleyball, and shopping with her friends.

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Four years in the blink of an eye: senior send-off

Four years in the blink of an eye: senior send-off

Ellen Rosson, Editor-in-Chief
May 11, 2023
The trio of Susan Sharpe, Dara Sharpe and Brittany Wratchford.

Family on and off the field

Ellen Rosson, Editor-in-Chief
May 2, 2023
My most recent win, Americas Ideal Miss Virginia.

Crowning accomplishment

Ellen Rosson, Editor-in-Chief
April 5, 2023
Your future depends on it

Your future depends on it

Ellen Rosson
March 6, 2023
Micd up Monday

Mic’d up Monday

Keira Apple and Ellen Rosson
March 6, 2023
Today we talked to Louisa Alum, Haley Rosson, about how she was able to kickstart her photography business.

Episode 6: Student Business Spotlight

Ellen Rosson
February 16, 2023
Black History Month Spirit Week

Black History Month Spirit Week

Ellen Rosson, Editor in Chief
February 6, 2023
What type of fruit are you?

What type of fruit are you?

Keira Apple and Ellen Rosson
February 2, 2023
Episode 4: Freshmen vs. Senior Perspective

Episode 4: Freshmen vs. Senior Perspective

Ellen Rosson, Editor in Chief
January 19, 2023
Powertools and partnership

Powertools and partnership

Ellen Rosson, Editor in Chief
January 10, 2023
The Dicky and Tommy Show: Louisa vs Salem

The Dicky and Tommy Show: Louisa vs Salem

Ellen Rosson and Savannah Bragg
November 17, 2022
Local Legends Dicky Purcell, Tommy Nelson, and Coach Will Patrick team up with members of the Lions Roar Newspaper: Ellen Rosson and Savannah Bragg to bring this weeks Thursday Night Football Forecast on the Dicky and Tommy Show. This weeks episode covers the upcoming playoff game happening in The Jungle on Thursday, November 10. The Lions will face Jefferson Forest.

Episode 7 of The Dicky and Tommy Show

Ellen Rosson and Savannah Bragg
November 10, 2022
Quarterback Landon Wilson, is featured dressing up for the spirit day representing camo.

[Photo] 11/4-11/6

November 4, 2022
Episode Six of the Dicky and Tommy Show

Episode Six of the Dicky and Tommy Show

Ellen Rosson and Keira Apple
November 3, 2022
Ellen Rosson and Savannah Bragg prepare to record the first episode of the Dicky and Tommy Show.

Chatty Cathy

Ellen Rosson, Editor-in-Chief
October 26, 2022
The Rising Roar collaborates with student creators of The 95% Kidding Podcast: Davis Pruden, Will Goodwin, Clay Blue, Brady Hopkins, and Konnor Nelson.

The Rising Roar Episode 3

Ellen Rosson and Savannah Bragg
October 13, 2022
Episode Four of the Dicky and Tommy Show

Episode Four of the Dicky and Tommy Show

Ellen Rosson and Savannah Bragg
September 29, 2022
Photo courtesy of Ellen Rosson featuring Austin Talley, Quinton Wash, Jackson Grubbs, Travis Lloyd, Konnor Nelson, Shane Bibb, and Omar Matitias-Garcia featuring the Red, White, and Blue theme.

[Photo] 9/23-9/25

September 23, 2022
The Dicky and Tommy Show Episode 3

The Dicky and Tommy Show Episode 3

Ellen Rosson and Savannah Bragg
September 22, 2022
Louisa Legends Dicky Purcell, Tommy Nelson, Byron Mehlhaff and Coach Will Patrick team up with the Lions Roar to bring the Friday Night Football Forecast.

The Dicky and Tommy Show Episode 2

Ellen Rosson and Savannah Bragg
September 15, 2022
Photo courtesy of Ellen Rosson featuring a small group of varsity football players representing the student section themes.

[Photo] 9/9-9/11

September 9, 2022
Local Legends Dicky Purcell, Tommy Nelson, Byron Mehlhaff and Coach Will Patrick meet together to bring everyone behind the scenes insight on Friday Nights game on Friday, September 9, at Massaponax High School.

Friday Night Forecast E.1

Ellen Rosson
September 8, 2022
Varsity players wearing student section themes sit on the field in front of the new scoreboard. Photo by Ellen Rosson

The Loonies Mount a Comeback

Ellen Rosson, Editor-In-Chief
August 23, 2022
Photo credits left to right: New York Post, @JMUsoftball, vcstar.com

Magnifying Mental Health

Ellen Rosson, Copy Editor
May 12, 2022
Team picture after competing at locals.

Conservation for a Cause

Ellen Rosson, Copy Editor
April 29, 2022
Photo by Goochland Drive-in

The Film Starts Rolling

Ellen Rosson, Copy Editor
April 1, 2022
Local Mexican Restaurant Rivalry

Local Mexican Restaurant Rivalry

Ellen Rosson, News & Copy Editor
March 17, 2022
Spirit Video returns after 6 years

Spirit Video returns after 6 years

Ellen Rosson, Copy & News Editor
November 22, 2021
The Senior team practicing during clubs to prepare for the game.

[Photo] Powder Puff returns to The Jungle

November 15, 2021
Powderpuff Spirit Week

Powderpuff Spirit Week

Ellen Rosson, News & Copy Editor
November 11, 2021
Photo by BringFido

Halloween movies showing at Drive-In

Ellen Rosson, Copy & News Editor
October 28, 2021
A group of girls have a slumber party in preparation of their pageant the next day.

More than just a Pretty Face

Ellen Rosson, News & Copy Editor
October 7, 2021
Photo courtesy of Louisa County Public Schools

Return of the Roar

Ellen Rosson, Copy Editor and News Editor
September 9, 2021
Ag teacher Kristin Watkins provides opportunities for students to learn and experience the world of agriculture by raising market pigs at school.

Classes collaborate to embrace farm to table concept

Ellen Rosson, Reporter
January 28, 2021
Pastor Gabe Tuner, class of 1997 and wife, Kari Turner deliver a powerful message onstage through The Point.

Louisa alumni makes huge impact

Ellen Rosson, Reporter/Photographer
November 6, 2020
Floozies Pie Shop located on Main Street in Louisa now has a new look.

Small business spotlight: Floozies

Ellen Rosson, Reporter
October 21, 2020
The sea of yellow that is the most reported memory of the first Lion Pride day.

Pride shirts revolutionized Lion culture

Ellen Rosson and Carrie Hicks
October 14, 2020
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