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Coachella 2026 was an overall success for performers and attendees alike. (Image created with Canva)
Coachella 2026: “Bieberchella”
Nurse Rowe talking about how appreciative she is for getting the award.
School Nurse Maize Rowe is Recognized as LCHS MVP of the Year
Envirothon club members hold up their medals after competing in regionals. Courtesy of Kimberlee Jancaitis.
Envirothon Moves up to States
The Mario Kart team from left to right (top row: Coach Varner, Garrett Spath, Jeremiah Clendenny. bottom row: Cadyn Winfrey, Jaiden Jackson-Swift.) Photo courtesy of Cary Varner.
The Mario Kart Esports Team Makes it to States
The New York/New Jersey's FIFA World Cup 2026 logo is revealed during the kickoff event in Times Square in New York City, U.S., May 18, 2023. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid
World Cup 2026
The Mario Kart team from left to right (top row: Coach Varner, Garrett Spath, Jeremiah Clendenny. bottom row: Cadyn Winfrey, Jaiden Jackson-Swift.) Photo courtesy of Cary Varner.
The Mario Kart Esports Team Makes it to States
Starting boys varsity soccer team come in for a pep-talk before the start of the game.
Changes to Boys Soccer
Feb 10, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; A Wilson official NFL Duke football with the Super Bowl LX (60) logo at the Super Bowl LIX host committee handoff press conference. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
The NFL Season Comes to a Close
Noah St. Julien discusses how he plans to balance both basketball and indoor track this season.
Indoor Track Starts Back Up This Winter
The marching band stands ready to perform at a competition.
The March Forward
"The Pitt"'s Season Two promotional poster. Courtesy of HBO Max.
The Pitt’s Season Two Finale
Official Spider-Man: Brand New Day poster courtesy of IMDb.
Spider-Man Swings into Theatres
Bridgerton, The Regency Romance Dramedy, Returns for a Fourth Season
Bridgerton, The Regency Romance Dramedy, Returns for a Fourth Season
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Music’s Effect on Culture and Individuality
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend
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Events Happening this Weekend
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Events Happening this Weekend 03/20-03/22
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Events Happening this Weekend 02/27-03/01
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Events Happening this Weekend 02/20-02/22
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Events Happening this Weekend
"The Housemaid" movie poster, courtesy of IMDb.
The New Thriller, The Housemaid, Keeps Viewers Guessing Til the End
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’
Seniors Signing Off
Seniors Signing Off
A Teacher's Day in the Life
A Teacher’s Day in the Life
Summer Days
Summer Days
Celebrate Valentine's Day all year round through simple acts of kindness and love, such as giving a smile or a compliment.
Lots of Love
Winter Wonderland
Winter Wonderland
Canva image created by Mya Woodward and Audrey Ryan.
Counting Down to Spring Break
Canva image designed by Owen McHugh and Benjamin Stallard.
Admit it! Episode 1
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
Staffers Natalie Spencer and Deisy Siegrist are joined by special guests to talk about school stress. Graphic made on Canva.
Mental Health: School Stress
My father and I celebrate a family vacation before the start of 6th grade.
Adversity’s Role in Defining Myself: Every Setback is an Opportunity for Growth
Me in my cap and gown, realizing how fast this year has flown.
Can I Have Five More Minutes??
Owen McHugh commits to Randolph College.
Onto the Next Stage
On Graduation night, I posed for one last picture at the school.
Make the Most of it: Senior Send Off
It starts to sink in that I am graduating as I take my cap and gown photos.
On to the Next Chapter
My best friend, Londyn Hart, and I at homecoming this past year.
Addy’s Guide to Friendships
A variety of beach photos that catch the eyes of seniors planning their senior trips.
Liza’s How To Plan a Senior Trip
Photo taken of the sunset after I took my senior photos at the Ogg Farm.
Melinda’s Guide to Senior Photos
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
  • May 18Envirothon State Competition Today
  • May 15Class of 2026 Graduation Tonight at 6:30pm
  • May 13Senior Picnic Activities Today at Walton Park
  • May 13Scholarship Reception in the Alan Jackson Theater Today
  • May 13Graduation Rehearsal at 8:30 For Seniors
  • May 11SOL Day Tomorrow: Only Students Taking an SOL Should Report to School
  • May 11Boys and Girls Varsity Soccer vs Western Albemarle Tonight at 7:00pm
  • May 11Girls and Boys JV Soccer Compete With Western Albemarle Beginning at 5:30pm
  • May 8Boys and Girls Outdoor Track Meet vs Harrisonburg at 5:00pm
  • May 8Chromebook Check in For Seniors
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The Lion's Roar
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The Lion's Roar
Melinda Staudinger

Melinda Staudinger, Editor-in-Chief

This is Melinda’s fourth semester on The Lion’s Roar. She enjoys going to the beach, playing pickleball, and hanging out with friends, and going on long walks. She is excited for this new year and can’t wait to welcome everyone. 

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