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  • May 20Heavy fog and low visibility will be experienced in morning hours.
  • May 20Tomorrow will be 1st and 3rd period exams.
  • May 20Red Lobster files bankruptcy.
  • May 17Graduation will be held indoors today, begins at 6:30.
  • May 17North Carolina debating bill that could potentially ban wearing masks in public.
  • May 17Texas hit by wave of severe weather.
  • May 16JV and Varsity baseball plays Goochland tonight.
  • May 16Caitlin Clark's first game in WNBA breaks viewership records.
  • May 16Florida passes legislation that shifts energy focus away from addressing climate change.
  • May 15The senior scholarship ceremony will take place today.
A depiction of a clock, in the style of the TikTok logo, nearing 12. Created by Damien Mitchell in Photoshop
The Clock Ticks for TikTok
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
Graphic created using Canva to show the article title.
Rise in teen pickleball players
Band and marching band instructor Micah Lee poses enthusiastically.
Major role of the Drum Major
Mainstage students pose on the stage after winning the Region 5C championships with their medals and trophy. Courtesy of Jelita Perry.
Mainstage is regional and state champions
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
Damar Hamlin regresa al campo
Seniors and cross country runners Justin Davenport and William Moore pose together for the picture.
Cross Country Corre Hacia el Centro de Atención
Side view of hotel being built, from 7/11
Nuevo Hotel Siendo Construido en Zion Crossroads
Varsity Football’s Final Games Before Playoffs
The Tune Squad lines up to practice catching and throwing baseballs on the field.
The Tune Squad plays to a different beat
Louisa runs out onto the field, preparing themselves and the fans for the game.
Varsity Football Had Their First Victorious Game
The NFL season is on fire and everyones excited about the upcoming year.
NFL Football is BACK
Sénior Hannah Ryan juega bloqueador central para el equipo universitario de Louisa Lions voleibol con un “plugar arriba como Straley.” Senior Hannah Ryan plays middle blocker for the Varsity Louisa Lions Volleyball team with a Straley-thumbs-up.
Varsity volleyball sets up for the season
Varsity Football’s Final Games Before Playoffs
Louisa runs out onto the field, preparing themselves and the fans for the game.
Varsity Football Had Their First Victorious Game
The NFL season is on fire and everyones excited about the upcoming year.
NFL Football is BACK
UVA v.s. Tech image created by Sumner Armstrong on Canva.
A State Divided
A group of sophomores is depicted sporting their green and gold at the first varsity home game of the season.
Football goes further than the field
Photo of the Butter ball poster seen around the school hallways.
Boys Ready to Serve
The varsity volleyball teams student section celebrating together after their win against Spotsylvania.
Students make a difference at volleyball games
Sénior Hannah Ryan juega bloqueador central para el equipo universitario de Louisa Lions voleibol con un “plugar arriba como Straley.” Senior Hannah Ryan plays middle blocker for the Varsity Louisa Lions Volleyball team with a Straley-thumbs-up.
Varsity volleyball sets up for the season
Stephen vs Sabrina challenge graphic created by NBA.com
Stephen vs. Sabrina
Luke and Lawton Rowan smile while hugging post wrestling match.
Brothers bond over Wrestling
The Lady Lions varsity basketball team huddled together during a timeout in their game against Albemarle
Underclassmen rise to the top
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
The entire baseball team praying together right before the game.
Baseball Senior Night
Louisa players preparing and setting up on field to start the game.
Louisa Boys Soccer vs Goochland
Softball player waiting in a line during warmups before the game.
Softball Lady Lions Vs Western Albemarle
Coach Varner plays as Pikachu gives Nora Rider, playing as Sora, tips on movement and defense.
Esports Open Tryouts for the Coming Spring Season
Caroline Chapman signing her letter of intent. Photo credits to Lucien Cormier.
Caroline Chapman commits to Bridgewater
Presentation created to display upcoming weekend events.
Events happening this weekend 5/10-5/12
A depiction of various things relating to concerts or conventions.
2024: a Convention-al Summer
Presentation created to display upcoming local events.
Events happening this weekend 5/3-5/5
Presentation created using Canva to display upcoming local events.
Events happening this weekend 4/26-4/28
Holly Jacksons book-turned-TV show
Holly Jackson’s book-turned-TV show
Presentation created to display upcoming weekend events.
Events happening this weekend 5/10-5/12
Presentation created to display upcoming local events.
Events happening this weekend 5/3-5/5
Presentation created using Canva to display upcoming local events.
Events happening this weekend 4/26-4/28
Presentation created to display upcoming local weekend events.
Events happening this weekend 4/19-4/21
Presentation created using Canva to display upcoming local events.
Events happening this weekend 4/12-4/14
Encouraging poster for students taking the SOL, telling them to stay calm because they got it!
Addy’s guide to survive the SOL’s
Onto the next chapter...
Onto the next chapter…
Theater seniors performed their last performance
Theater seniors performed their last performance
Jayden Thompson on the baseball field
Two Sport Athlete: Jayden Thompson
Gracen Tate posing for a senior photo in Myrtle Beach, Sc. Image made using Canva.
Same girl, New ending
Encouraging poster for students taking the SOL, telling them to stay calm because they got it!
Addy’s guide to survive the SOL’s
Theater seniors performed their last performance
Theater seniors performed their last performance
Infographic made by Kara Kotowski on Canva showing the chart on the responses in the survey.
Would you rather?; What would you add?
Participants in the annual Wreaths Across America.
Wreaths Across America
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
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
An umpire at a high school softball game directing the players to the correct spot.
The right call at what cost
Step out of your comfort zone, take risks, grow and discover new possibilities.
Leap outside your comfort zone and step on the moon
Wholesome Wonka Shines Again
Wholesome Wonka Shines Again
A presentation created on Canva to showcase different ways people can get involved with community service.
Doing community service for the right reasons
Image created using Canva by Cassie Duerson.
Artificial Intelligence sparks discussion
Vote for the Best Halloween Candy
Staffers Natalie Spencer and Deisy Siegrist are joined by special guests to talk about school stress. Graphic made on Canva.
Mental Health: School Stress
An umpire at a high school softball game directing the players to the correct spot.
The right call at what cost
All Good Things Come to an End- Flipbook 4
All Good Things Come to an End- Flipbook 4
Staffers Natalie Spencer and Deisy Siegrist talk about their bullying experiences. Graphic made on Canva
Mental Health: Bullying
Encouraging poster for students taking the SOL, telling them to stay calm because they got it!
Addy’s guide to survive the SOL’s
All Good Things Come to an End- Flipbook 4
All Good Things Come to an End- Flipbook 4
Reaching for the stars
Reaching for the stars
Change
Change
Same Town, New Angle
Same Town, New Angle
Staffers Natalie Spencer and Deisy Siegrist are joined by special guests to talk about school stress. Graphic made on Canva.
Mental Health: School Stress
Staffers Natalie Spencer and Deisy Siegrist talk about their bullying experiences. Graphic made on Canva
Mental Health: Bullying
Staffers Natalie Spencer and Deisy Siegrist talk about Sources of Strength with a few special guests. Graphic made on Canva
Mental Health: Sources of Strength
Staffers Deisy Siegrist and Natalie Spencer talk about having to balance sports and school in the mental health perspective. Graphic made on Canva.
Mental Health: Sports and Mental Health
Staffers Deisy Siegrist and Natalie Spencer talk about the toxicity of social media and the effects it can have on mental health. Graphic made on Canva.
Mental Health: Social Media Toxicity
Encouraging poster for students taking the SOL, telling them to stay calm because they got it!
Addy’s guide to survive the SOL’s
Gracen Tate posing for a senior photo in Myrtle Beach, Sc. Image made using Canva.
Same girl, New ending
The six different topics discussed through out the opinion based article. Image made using Canva.
We are meant to be…
A Canva made image with photos from the book, movie and musical.
A new look at an old classic
A presentation created on Canva to express how every individual matters; no matter what.
Making Mental Health Matter
Same Town, New Angle
Same Town, New Angle
A photo capturing Bethel Brews and Bites in the evening when they are closed for the day.
A new cafe with a new idea
A group holding the youngest boys hand as they head for the finish line of the 2 mile race.
Paint the Town Pink supports Breast Cancer
Poster made by Myles Mackie on Canva that features the Louisa green and gold colors
Louisa Arts Center Cinema!
Junior Emma Alexander is happy to talk about Louisa as she is involved with a lot in the community.
Louisa Turns 150 Years Old
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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Julia Gibson poses while getting her senior photos taken.

XOXO, Julia: senior send-off

Julia Gibson, Entertainment and Feature Editor
May 12, 2023
Senior Jherkeem Banks poses for his photo during an Emory and Henry visit.

Jherkeem Banks commits to Emory and Henry

Julia Gibson, Entertainment and Feature Editor
May 12, 2023
Picture collage highlighting Chases childhood with family and baseball.

Chasing our Luck

Julia Gibson and Heather Lustig-Curran
May 3, 2023
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

Julia Gibson, Feature and Entertainment Editor
March 27, 2023
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

Julia Gibson, Feature and Entertainment Editor
February 23, 2023
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

Julia Gibson, Feature and Entertainment Editor
February 8, 2023
Senior Sylvie Jackson and freshmen Ella Jackson during a home game against Culpeper County, with a final score of 72-50.

Starting Sisters

Julia Gibson, Feature and Entertainment Editor
January 18, 2023
Senior Julia Gibson, contrasts changes between being young and then growing up.

Youth is wasted on the young

Julia Gibson, Feature and Entertainment Editor
November 28, 2022
This turkey is located to the left of the trophy case in the cafeteria. This turkey holds the name of every senior. The underclassmen can be found on a seperate turkey.

[Photo] Grateful Gobbels, a Leadership project

Eleanor Pekary, Op-ed Editor
November 18, 2022
Treasurer Kaylee Nuckols, Vice President Kage Harlow, and Secretary Dallas Sprouse pose for a photo outside of the high school. President Makiah Holcomb was absent the day of the photo.

Election time for the Seniors

Julia Gibson, Entertainment Editor & Feature Editor
October 20, 2022
Julia Gibson poses for her BeReal at Waffle House with Katelynn Jones and Eleanor Pekary.

[Photo] It’s Time to BeReal

Katelynn Jones, Copy Editor and News Editor
October 14, 2022
Photo courtesy of Andrew Woolfolk featuring Head Loonie, Cullen Hamel cheering on the varsity football team during the black out game as they won against Massaponax, 30-22.

History of the Head Loonie

Julia Gibson, Entertainment and Feature Editor
September 29, 2022
Sylvie Jackson poses for her commitment announcement while visiting Davidson College in North Caroline.

Senior Sylvie Jackson Commits to Davidson

Julia Gibson, Arts & Entertainment Editor
September 2, 2022
Ashlynn Harding is featured in the middle of the Mad Batter sign holding her two main reviewed cupcakes, the chocolate and red velvet.

[Photo] Going mad for the Mad Batter

Ashlynn Harding, Editor in Chief
August 26, 2022
Where the Crawdads Sing Review

Where the Crawdads Sing Review

Julia Gibson, Arts & Entertainment Editor
August 18, 2022
Checkers restaurant celebrates grand opening

Checkers restaurant celebrates grand opening

Julia Gibson, Reporter/Photographer
May 11, 2022
Theater class to perform musical tale The Ugly Duckling

Theater class to perform musical tale “The Ugly Duckling”

Julia Gibson, Reporter/ Photographer
April 28, 2022
Where did all the light go?

Where did all the light go?

Julia Gibson, Reporter/ Photographer
March 30, 2022
Movie Review: The Batman

Movie Review: The Batman

Julia Gibson, Reporter/ Photographer
March 21, 2022
Main Street Supply- Thank you!

Main Street Supply- Thank you!

Julia Gibson, Reporter/Photographer
March 15, 2022
Louisa Dominos- Thank You!

Louisa Domino’s- Thank You!

Julia Gibson, Reporter/Photographer
March 7, 2022
Breaking News: Fletchers final destination

Breaking News: Fletcher’s final destination

Julia Gibson, Reporter/ Photographer
February 25, 2022
English teacher Kate Fletcher starts her run to the Capital; Richmond, Virginia in the 2020 Lion Pride Run.

More than just a Run

Julia Gibson, Reporter/Photographer
February 17, 2022
Dont Look Up is a movie released by Netflix in 2021 that features celebrities Jennifer Lawrence, Ariana Grande, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Timothée Chalamet as scientists who discovered a comet that is headed towards Earth.

Movie Review: Don’t Look Up

Julia Gibson, Reporter/Photographer
January 27, 2022
Semifinal playoff game tonight at Salem

Semifinal playoff game tonight at Salem

Julia Gibson, Reporter/Photographer
November 19, 2021
Photo by Ms. Avagyan

News: College advisors visiting LCHS

Julia Gibson, Reporter/Photographer
November 8, 2021
College recruiters return to scouting

College recruiters return to scouting

Julia Gibson, Reporter/Photographer
October 8, 2021
Photo by Fandom and Reelgood

Shows of the Summer

Julia Gibson, Reporter/Photographer
September 7, 2021
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