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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
Marching band and step team students pose after performing at a football game. Courtesy of Deinlein.
Major Decisions Must be Made
Cosmetology students taking a picture at the Second Union Baptist Church after a day of providing services for members of the church. The photo is courtesy of Tammy Brown.
Cosmetology Assists Senior Citizens
Educators Rising helps students prepare to pursue a career in education. Courtesy of Educators Rising.
Educators Rising Heads to Nationals
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
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
Florida head coach Todd Golden and his team celebrate an Elite 8 victory over the Texas Tech Red Raiders. (Courtesy of the University of Florida)
March Madness Continued Coverage: Elite 8
Duke head coach Kara Lawson smiling during her post-game interview at Sweet 16 game against the University of North Carolina. Courtesy of Duke athletics
Women’s Sweet 16 Thriller: USC Survives Van Lith shines, and Bueckers Breaks Record
Player stretches using the basketball before his sweet 16 game. Courtesy of Texas Tech athletics.
March Madness Continued Coverage: Men’s Sweet 16
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
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
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 03/14-03/18
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
Image made on Canva by Shaniya Siribandu.
The Hottest Summer Destinations to Visit
Junior Jade Hale applies facial cream onto her client's face and rubs it off with a damp cloth.
CTE Skills Working in Action
Canva image about men's mental health created by Benjamin Stallard.
Experimenting with Men’s Mental Health
Sammy George prepares to recieve the snap for the PAT, point after touchdown.
Playing through the Pain
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
Canva image of who is the goat of basketball, created by Benjamin Stallard.
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
Twice annual Wellness conference is attended by Blue Ridge Virginia Governor's School, or BRVGS, students to learn how to balance priorities of school over one's own mental health.
BRVGS Wellness Conference
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
Canva image created by Elliott Moreno.
Unseen Heroes of LCHS – Mrs. Gibson
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
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
While gaining so much experience by working, I also get to see the beautiful sunrise every Sunday morning.
The Benefits of Working as a Student
Myself and Mrs. LaBarr, the teacher who inspired me to become an art teacher.
Finding My Inner Artist through My Teachers
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!
  • April 18School will be closed this week due to Spring Break.
  • April 17School will be closed this week due to Spring Break.
  • April 16School will be closed this week due to Spring Break.
  • April 15School will be closed this week due to Spring Break.
  • April 14School will be closed this week due to Spring Break.
  • April 11Outdoor track has a meet tomorrow.
  • April 11Interims go home today.
  • April 11Spring Break starts tomorrow.
  • April 10The Masters start today.
  • April 10There will be a pep rally after 4th period today.
  • Check out the Student Life tab for the latest puzzles and lunch menu
The Student News Site of Louisa County High School

The Lion's Roar
The Student News Site of Louisa County High School

The Lion's Roar
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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

Katelynn Jones, News and Copy Editor
May 11, 2023
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

Katelynn Jones, News and Copy Editor
May 2, 2023
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LC Hike meets Leadership for a cornhole tournament and bonfire

Katelynn Jones, News & Copy Editor
April 6, 2023
Check out these posters throughout the hallway.

Epic Alaska Opportunity with Miller

Katelynn Jones, News Editor & Copy Editor
March 23, 2023
Louisa’s Varsity Girls Wrestling team posing for the team picture, featuring Kailyn Myers, Marion Zimmerman, A'mya Barbour, Catherine Meyers, Taylor Waddy, Kaylee Hustead and Langley Amiss.

Girls Wrestling advances to state tournament

Katelynn Jones, News and Copy Editor
February 24, 2023
Tanner Painting, Luke Rowan, and Kasey Casazza posing with coaches after becoming Region champs.

Wrestling advances to the State tournament

Katelynn Jones, News & Copy Editor
February 17, 2023
Senior Landon Wilson signing to Emory & Henry on Dec.21.

Senior Landon Wilson signs to Emory & Henry

Katelynn Jones, News & Copy Editor
February 8, 2023
Louisa's media interns preparing for a Friday nigh football game.

Opportunities to intern in media

Katelynn Jones, News Editor & Copy Editor
January 24, 2023
Gillespie pitching at playoff game against Blacksburg High School.

Emily Gillespie commits to Northern Kentucky University

Katelynn Jones, News Editor and Copy Editor
January 20, 2023
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[Photo] MAJ Tom Bourne

Eleanor Pekary, Op-ed Editor
November 11, 2022

Homecoming spirit week

Katelynn Jones, Copy and News editor
November 2, 2022
Madison Metz, Maggie Shifflett, Imani Fredrick, Andi Macdougall, Whit Jackson, Brooke Hall, Cole Owen and Leslie Grande wearing gold for the pride wars competition.

Kayla Sauls, Brandin Choquet, Ericka Evans, Lilly Chevalier, Cheyenne Mummert, Keira Beck, Larson Moreno, Conner Wilbon, Teon Dixon, Timothy Bingler, Micheal Rowen, Naki Brooks and Keith Dunford wearing black for pride wars.

Jayden Thompson, Addison Talley, Adiel Campos, Aflred Burford, Stephen Smith, Kayla Kinkpof, Natalie Spencer, and Brooklyn Nemec, Ariana Varga, Lauren Goodman, Aubrie Sherry and Melinda Staudinger wearing white to support the freshmen for pride wars.

Casen Dulaney, Hannah Hearn, Lawton Rowan, Grace Hobbs and Zach Coleman wearing green to support the juniors in the pride wars competition.

Kourtney Kidd, Anari Harris and Thomas Eppard posing as Adam Sandler for the Homecoming spirit week.

Maddie Demay, Matthew Coffeey and Anaiya Walton posing for Adam Sandler day.

Mrs. Bupp and Alyssa Wood posing as Adam Sandler for the Homecoming spirit week.

Mr. Trovato posing with Nina Fenster and Alyssa Hopkins for Adam Sandler day.

Jayden Duck and Ricardo Alvarado on Adam Sandler day for the Homecoming spirit week.

Eleanor Pekary, Isabella Lopez and Luke Rowan posing for Adam Sandler day.

Clay Blue and Madison Beall creating a video for the TV media productions class.

Payton Whitney, Sadie Alvis, Madison Sampson, Arthur Wills, Rocco Hall and Rylee Stokes dressed up for the country vs country club spirit day.

Mrs. Kazio and Mr. Varner posing for the country vs country club spirit day with their students Bailey Harris, Ethan Helfrich, Emily Harlow, Jeffrey Allison, Jasmine Silgevinck, Addison Alexander and Kalen Amedee.

Evan Hataway, Jayson Harrison and Thomas Klein dressed up for the country vs country club spirit day.

Cody Hall, Jayden Duck, Miles Compton and Ricardo Alvarado posing for the country vs country club spirit day with their teacher, Mr. Miller.

Abby Eyler and Abbi Creel posing for the country vs country club spirit day.

Jaylynn Quarles, Madison Corral, Jessi Jernigan and Shelby Killinger posing during pajama day.

Madelyn Meadows, Aaliyah Barbour, Haley Walker, Sofia Ratcliff, Brady Hopkins, Davis Pruden, Colin King and Makiah Holcomb posing in their pajamas for spirit week.

Brooklyn Nemec, Addison Talley, Natalie Spencer, Jayden Thompson, Brynn Myers-Ryman, Melinda Staudinger, Ariana Varga, Brooke Pennella, Stephen Smith, Audrey Phipps, Lillian Liles, Aubrie Sherry and Madison Gardner posing for pajama day.

Brittney Dishman, Delilah Thomas, Michelle Ford and Jayla Bright in their pajamas during the homecoming spirit week.

Becky Walters and her son Andrew Walters posing for pajama day.

Newspaper staff participating in pajama day for the homecoming spirit week.

The Lion's Roar and Reflector Yearbook at Harrisonburg High School for the VHSL Media Championship.

Publications brought home State Championship

Katelynn Jones, Copy Editor & News Editor
October 20, 2022
Generational Apathy

Generational Apathy

Katelynn Jones, News Editor & Copy Editor
October 17, 2022
On BeReal, this screen shows when it is time to post.

It’s Time to BeReal

Katelynn Jones, Copy Editor and News Editor
October 14, 2022
Katelynn Jones and Andi Macdougall after watching Olivia Wilde’s new movie, Don’t Worry Darling.

It’s Time to Worry Darling

Katelynn Jones, Copy Editor and News Editor
October 4, 2022
Kage Harlow and Julia Gibson after 13 years of friendship.

[Photo] Blog: Bestie for the Restie

Kage Harlow, Office Manager
September 1, 2022
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Bryce Canyon

The Trip of a Lifetime

Katelynn Jones, News Editor, Copy Editor
August 26, 2022
Brittany Webb teaches her sophomore english class.

Best Wishes to Departing Teachers!

Katelynn Jones, Reporter/Photographer
May 19, 2022
Mineral Farmer's Market season opener

Mineral Farmer’s Market season opener

Katelynn Jones, Reporter/ Photographer
April 27, 2022
Spring Break Tournaments Return

Spring Break Tournaments Return

Katelynn Jones, Reporter/ Photographer
April 7, 2022
Turn up the Color

Turn up the Color

Katelynn Jones, Reporter/ Photographer
March 22, 2022
This is soon-to-be supreme court justice, Ketanji Brown

President Biden appoints new Supreme Court Justice

Katelynn Jones, Reporter/ Photographer
March 8, 2022
Photo of the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics display with the Olympic rings.

Winter Olympics coming to Beijing, Yanqing, and Zhangjiakou

Katelynn Jones, Reporter/Photographer
February 3, 2022
A previous years Breakfast with Santa event occurring at the Betty Queen Center.

Enjoy breakfast with Santa at LCPRT

Katelynn Jones, Reporter/Photographer
December 2, 2021
The Juniors after working hard and winning the PowderPuff Championship.

Juniors take the win in Powder Puff game

Katelynn Jones, Reporter/Photographer
November 22, 2021
The Senior team practicing during clubs to prepare for the game.

Powder Puff returns to The Jungle

Katelynn Jones, Reporter/Photographer
November 15, 2021
Photo by Taylor Swift Store

Re-releasing songs rises in the music industry

Katelynn Jones, Reporter/Photographer
October 21, 2021
Seniors, Ali Downey and Lydia Gillespie working at the Mineral Farmer's Market to raise money for Field Hockey.

Field Hockey seniors fundraise for new team gear

Katelynn Jones, Reporter/Photographer
September 14, 2021
Louisa Loonies are showing their excitement during a 2019 football game.

Louisa Loonies return to The Jungle for the first time since 2019

Katelynn Jones, Reporter/Photographer
September 10, 2021
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