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  • December 1Dec. 1 Town of Louisa to host tree lighting ceremony
  • December 1JV Boys Basketball hosts Spotsylvania at 5:00
  • December 1Varsity Boys Basketball hosts Spotsylvania at 7:30
  • December 1JV Girls Basketball travels to Spotsylvania at 5:00
  • December 1Varsity Girls Basketball travels to Spotsylvania at 6:30
What does it mean to be a senior?
What does it mean to be a Senior?
These members of FFA are apart of different chapters and hand out work books to other members as they enter.
Virginia FFA Chapters unite in the Alan Jackson Theater
Image created on Canva by Sumner Armstrong, showing the Democratic Parties emblem, a donkey, with colors associated with them, blue and red.
Virginia Democrats Succeed In Recent Election
Girls from every grade level stormed the jungle for Powderpuff this Wednesday. With new cheerleaders and awesome routines to cheer them on.
Touchdown for the girls
Students pose for a picture in the student section during the sophomore and senior game.
Powderpuff brings the people of Lousia together
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
Mr. Redd proudly stands in the front hall of the building.
Listo Para Trabajar
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.
Preparándose para la temporada
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
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
Photo Credit A. Woolfolk
Varsity Girls Basketball v Albemarle 1/17
Sylvie Jackson poses for her commitment announcement while visiting Davidson College in North Caroline.
Senior Sylvie Jackson Commits to Davidson
Photo by Scott Taetsch/NCAA Photos via Getty Images
March Madness Update
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
Major League Baseball begins playing postseason games Oct.7. Teams strive to play in the World Series tournament Oct. 28- Nov.5.
MLB Faces Pressure in the Postseason
Photo Courtesy of Carrie Chisholm featuring Dara Sharpe batting at the Spring Break Softball Classic Tournament in Myrtle Beach.
Dara Sharpe Commits to George Mason
Nina Fenster takes a shot on goal at an Western Albemarle game.
Nina Fenster Commits to VMI
Image created using Canva by Cassie Duerson.
Events happening this weekend 12/1-12/3
LC Pride Elites getting students hype at the pep-rally with their all new dance moves.
New Team, New Title
Canva image created by Casey Little.
Cooking up holiday memories
A festive Thanksgiving presentation to showcase the upcoming holiday and events.
What to do during Thanksgiving Break
Mean Girls 2024
Image created using Canva by Cassie Duerson.
Events happening this weekend 12/1-12/3
Image created using Canva by Cassie Duerson.
Events happening this weekend 11/17-11/19
Image created by Cassie Duerson using Canva.
Events happening this weekend 11/10-11/12
Image created by Cassie Duerson using Canva.
Events happening this weekend 11/3-11/5
Image created using Canva by Cassie Duerson.
Events happening this weekend 10/27-10/29
Amber Gibson smiling outside of her office located on the right side of the cafeteria.
Appreciating Athletic Administrative Assistant Amber Gibson
The schools cosmetology and barbering lab with lots of practice tools and stations
The advantages of Career Technical Education
The academic team poses for a photo with smiling faces alongside their coach.
Prioritizing fun over fear
SODA is a student organization that teaches fourth-graders lessons about various topics to impact how they go about life. Created on Canva by Audrey Ryan
SODA makes an impact
Lo Davis takes a group picture in the UVA fieldhouse with Kellie Booth, Director of Marketing, and UVA athletes who are associated with CavFutures. Picture provided by Lo Davis.
Making an impact in the NIL world
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
Image created using Canva by Cassie Duerson.
Artificial Intelligence sparks discussion
Day of silence for LGBTQ+ youth
Day of silence for LGBTQ+ youth
This photo shows Mielles collection of Rosemary Mint Scalp & Hair Strengthening products and their prices as listed in our local CVS.
Cultural Appropriation is Appropriate
This display was made by Joss J. on Canva to display the headline of her article Colored are Capable of Creating.
Colored are Capable of Creating
Your future depends on it
Your future depends on it
Vote for the Best Halloween Candy
The stage holding the NCAA trophies that would later be taken home by NC state for Woman and Oklahoma State for Men along with individual winners.
Cross Country NCAA championship held In Charlottesville 2023
This leaf is a mix of brown, red, and yellow, as the temperatures continue to drop.
The seasons are changing
The cast of Louisa County High schools production of Peter Pan in the mainstage/theater classroom before a performance.
Louisa County’s Mainstage Peter Pan.
Image created using Canva by Cassie Duerson.
Artificial Intelligence sparks discussion
A presentation created on Canva to express how every individual matters; no matter what.
Making Mental Health Matter
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
Mental Health with Mrs.Inderbitzen
Mental Health with Mrs.Inderbitzen
Staffers Savannah Bragg and Eric Davis talk to Dicky Purcell and Tommy Nelson about this weeks game against Albemarle. The game is October 27th at 7:30. Graphic made by Savannah Bragg.
The Dicky and Tommy Show E.5
Lions Roar staffers Owen McHugh and Sumner Armstrong interview varsity volleyball captains Alyssa Hopkins and Hannah Ryan to get an inside look on the team. Graphic made by Savannah Bragg.
The set up: volleyball edition
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
Senior and Editor in Chief, Ashlynn Harding poses in a field with her cap and gown for her graduation photos that were taken by April Summers.
Caffeine and degrees: senior send-off
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
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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Katelynn Jones

Katelynn Jones, Copy Editor and News Editor

Katelynn Jones is the News Editor and Copy Editor; she is also a second year, senior staffer. She enjoys watching sunsets, hiking, reading, and hanging out with her dog, Mabel.

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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
Created on Canva

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

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

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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