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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
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
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
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?
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
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
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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"Years of change" senior sendoff

“Years of change” senior sendoff

Emion Byers, Arts & Entertainment Editor
May 11, 2022
Softball is ready to step up to the plate this season.

Softball Outlook

Emion Byers, Arts & Entertainment Editor
March 23, 2022
Joe-Joe's Superheroes & Pizza- Thank You!

Joe-Joe’s Superheroes & Pizza- Thank You!

Emion Byers, Arts & Entertainment Editor
March 10, 2022
Over 2.5 million people play Wordle daily.

Wordle Takes the World by Storm

Emion Byers, Arts & Entertainment Editor
March 3, 2022
Feeling all the emotions getting recognized Senior Night for basketball.

Blog: Senior Night brings all the emotions

Emion Byers, Arts & Entertainment Editor
February 22, 2022
On Jan 12. Senior Maddox Pleasants committed to playing softball at Montreat College.

Softball standout looks to play at the next level

Emion Byers, Arts & Entertainment Editor
February 1, 2022
Me headed to the Emergency Room after breaking my wrist going down the sledding hill.

Blog: The worst mistakes teach the greatest lessons

Emion Byers, Entertainment Editor
January 21, 2022
Photo by Emion Byers

Who Am I? – Issue 1

Emion Byers, Arts & Entertainment Editor
November 12, 2021
Photo courtesy of Louisa County Public Schools

Lady Lions look to fundraise with start of new season

Emion Byers, Arts & Entertainment Editor
October 12, 2021
Hometown Homecoming Parade 2021

Hometown Homecoming Parade 2021

Emion Byers, Arts & Entertainment Editor
September 20, 2021
Superintendent Doug Straley gives speech to crowd at the ten year anniversary of the August 23, 2011 earthquake.

[Photo] Community reflects on the Mineral earthquake, 10 years later

August 31, 2021
The Lady Lions come together to celebrate a kill.

Lady Lions volleyball wraps up season

Emion Byers, Reporter
April 13, 2021
The Town of Mineral holds a variety of activities to keep community members entertained.

Town of Mineral

Emion Byers, Reporter/Photographer
March 29, 2021
Car Mechanic Simulator, an immersive simulator game, is incorporated into automotive classes classes to advance students understanding of vehicles.

[Photo] New simulator provides immersive experience for auto classes

Anna Turner, Copy Editor
February 25, 2021
The community housing project makes a difference while allowing students to gain hands-on experience. 

Carpentry class gives back to the community

Emion Byers, Reporter
January 26, 2021
Luke Combs, Riley Green, Tyler Childers and Zach Bryan are tearing up the country charts with new releases.

Country artists debuting new music

Emion Byers, Reporter/Photographer
October 27, 2020
LCHS Biology teacher Jennifer Falin has been in education for eight years. Thank an educator this week during LCPS' #OurCommunityComesFirstCampaign.

[Photo] #CommunityComesFirst campaign celebrates educators

Anna Turner, Chief Copy/Design Editor
October 26, 2020

Loonies Live Episode 2

Perry Hopkins, Haley Rosson, Mackenzie Wilson, and Emion Byers
October 22, 2020
Current sophomore Sylvie Jackson earned First Team All-District and First-Team All-Region in her freshman season at Albemarle.

Sophomore standout joins Lady Lions

Emion Byers
September 22, 2020
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