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  • April 26Grizzly bears will be reintroduced to the northwest region of the U.S.
  • April 26The opening night of Chicago is tonight.
  • April 26The Envirothon teams placed third and first at regionals.
  • April 25JV boys and girls and Varsity girls soccer play Western Albemarle tonight.
  • April 25Outdoor track has a meet at Monticello.
  • April 25The 2024 NFL Draft starts today.
  • April 24CTE signing day is today.
  • April 24Girls JV and Varsity soccer plays Goochland tonight.
  • April 24Avian flu has been detected in pasteurized milk.
  • April 24Dominion begins offshore wind turbine project.
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
Updated softball dugouts
Softball’s New Look
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
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
Gillespie pitching at playoff game against Blacksburg High School.
Emily Gillespie commits to Northern Kentucky University
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 local weekend events.
Events happening this weekend 4/19-4/21
GUTS (spilled)
“GUTS (spilled)”
Senior Emily Tifft poses for the camera, smiling from excitement for the album
Taylor Swift Releases The Tortured Poets Department
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
Softball player waiting in a line during warmups before the game.
Softball Lady Lions Vs Western Albemarle
Image created using Canva to display upcoming local weekend events.
Events happening this weekend 3/29-3/31
Mainstage Theater to perform “Chicago”
Mainstage Theater to perform “Chicago”
LCHS MVPS
LCHS MVPS
Infographic made by Kara Kotowski on Canva showing the chart on the responses in the survey.
Would you rather?; What would you add?
FFA is a large organization, made up of more than 900,000 across all 50 states.
FFA in our school
Black History Month started as only a week and was founded by Carter G. Woodson in 1924.
The Evolution of Black History Month
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
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
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
Day of silence for LGBTQ+ youth
Day of silence for LGBTQ+ youth
Vote for the Best Halloween Candy
The eclipse when fully zoomed in with the solar glasses.
2024 Solar Eclipse
Softball player waiting in a line during warmups before the game.
Softball Lady Lions Vs Western Albemarle
Reaching for the stars
Reaching for the stars
Mrs. Fletcher poses for the media to signify that she finally made it to Monticello.
Mrs. Fletcher runs 40 miles to Monticello
Change
Change
Reaching for the stars
Reaching for the stars
Change
Change
Same Town, New Angle
Same Town, New Angle
Introduction to Mental Health podcast where staffers Deisy and Natalie elaborate the different areas mental health is involved in. Graphic made in Canva.
Intro to Mental Health Podcast
NFL Playoffs Recap
NFL Playoffs Recap
Staffers Eric Davis and Sumner Armstrong analyze the wild card matchups in the NFL playoffs. Graphic made by Savannah Bragg on Canva.
NFL wild card breakdown
Today we host the first round of class 5C regional quarterfinals against Mills E. Godwin. Graphic made by Savannah Bragg.
The Dicky and Tommy Show E.6
The varsity softball team holding up their state championship trophy as they celebrate their win.
Making History
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
Kloe Collison, Khaya Collison and Kaylee LaMonds posing in front of a tree outside.
Helping out with Hoco
Four years in the blink of an eye: senior send-off
Four years in the blink of an eye: senior send-off
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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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, Amya 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
Louisas 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.

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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.

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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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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.

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

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

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

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

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

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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.

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

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

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

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The Lions 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 Farmers 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 Farmers 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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