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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
President Trump sits at the Resolute Desk, signing executive orders after returning to the Oval Office. Photo courtesy of The White House.
President Trump’s Executive Orders and What Follows Them
The Lion Pride Run last year at Monticello, courtesy of Meredith Williamson.
The Lion Pride Run IX
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
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend
Different color examples that enhance cool, warm, and neutral undertones. Image designed on Canva by Olivia Hall.
Understanding Undertones: What Spring Colors Fit Best
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend
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
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
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
Image made on Canva by Shaniya Siribandu.
The Hottest Summer Destinations to Visit
An old Ford car sits outside Ford’s Garage's main entrance, highlighting the restaurant’s classic charm.
Ford’s Garage: A New and Unique Dining Experience
Senior Hayden Grymes not only takes part in art, but also automotive technology.
Artist of the Month: Hayden Grymes
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
A Day in the life as a Student-Athlete
A Day in the Life as a Student-Athlete
Sunlight hits the bare winter trees at Lake Anna.
Winter Brings Spring Greens
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
Students sitting together before the PVCC associate's degree meeting.
PVCC Associates Degree Interest Meeting
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
All Good Things Come to an End- Flipbook 4
All Good Things Come to an End- Flipbook 4
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
Mental Health Today podcast logo created on Canva
Mental Health Today: Holidays and Semesters Closing
Staffers Natalie Spencer and Deisy Siegrist are joined by special guests to talk about school stress. Graphic made on Canva.
Mental Health: School Stress
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!
  • May 14President Trump Pauses Tariffs for 90 Day Period Following Meeting with China
  • May 14Town of Louisa Water Complications Result in 9:15 Dismal for Students
  • May 14The Lion's Roar Congratulates Nurse Aid Students on CNA Certifications
  • May 14Senior awards are tonight.
  • May 13SOLs are today.
  • May 12Today is a non regroup day.
  • May 12Girls and boys soccer play against Charlottesville today.
  • May 12Outdoor track competes in districts today.
  • May 9Outdoor track has a meet tomorrow.
  • May 9The first American has been elected pope.
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The Student News Site of Louisa County High School

The Lion's Roar
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The Lion's Roar
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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
Mic'd 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 Lion's Roar Newspaper: Ellen Rosson and Savannah Bragg to bring this week's Thursday Night Football Forecast on the Dicky and Tommy Show. This week's episode covers the upcoming playoff game happening in "The Jungle" on Thursday, November 10. The Lion's 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

Ashlynn Harding, Editor in Chief
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

Ashlynn Harding, Editor In Chief
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 Lion's 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

Ashlynn Harding, Editor in Chief
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

Katelynn Jones, Reporter/Photographer
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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