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Clothes hang outside of the store along with a welcome sign, welcoming customers in.
The Purple Pumpkin Makes its Way to Louisa
The Louisa County Sheriff's Office is partnering with Spring Creek to raise money for the K9 unit. Photo courtesy of the Louisa County Sheriff's Department.
Running for the Canines
During their after-school meetings on Fridays, Envirothon team members often go outside to practice what they learn.
Envirothon: Competing for a Better Earth
Principal Redd and the students gather to dance and have fun.
Buddy Club Organizes an Adapted Prom
2024 Prom ticket which will be sold during lunch shifts.
Once Upon A Fairytale: Prom 2024
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
Sophomore Evan Snead is in his follow-through after hitting his drive at the driving range.
Aiming for the Fairway
The volleyball team huddles up, discussing the game plan and what to do. Photo courtesy of Amara Comfort.
Ready to Serve
All of the senior football players lined up to take their last professional group photo before the 2025 season began.
Louisa Football Roots Run Deep as Players Move on to College
Silhouettes of different positions that can be seen during Spring Training. Image designed on Canva by Olivia Hall.
MLB Spring Training: A Recap on Positions and Prospects for the 2025 Season
As the sun sets the Louisa Lions soccer team prepare to face Powhatan.
A Week of Louisa Boys Soccer
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend 09/12-09/14
Official Formula 1 movie poster courtesy of Formula 1.
Start Your Engines for F1
Fantastic Four gets a Fresh Look
Fantastic Four gets a Fresh Look
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend 09/05-09/07
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend 08/29-08/31
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend 09/12-09/14
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend 09/05-09/07
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Events Happening this Weekend 08/29-08/31
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer
Events Happening this Weekend 08/22-08/24
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer
Evens Happening this Weekend
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’
Short n' Sweet album cover curtesy of Sabrina Carpenter Official website.
Short n’ Sweet
Hiter is emotional as he hugs his parents after announcing his commitment to the University of Michigan.
Savion Hiter Commits to Michigan
Graduates Luke Rowan, Brianna Mitchell, and Danielle Gordon hold their tassels before they are considered newly graduates.
2025 Seniors turn to Graduates
Lucien Cormier stands as he is being recognized for going into the Army.
Time Flies: Senior Send-Off
Cassie Duerson stands in front of the main entrance to the high school.
Never Grow Up: Senior Send-Off
Kylie Kenny poses in the water for her senior photos.
Always Be Kind: Senior Send-Off
Belly Conklin sits between Conrad and Jeremiah Fisher, leaving viewers wondering who she will choose in this last season. Photo courtesy of "Simon & Schuster."
Summer I Turned Pretty Season Overview and Predictions
Graphic made on cava for Who's the GOAT. All images from NBA.com
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
Belly Conklin sits between Conrad and Jeremiah Fisher, leaving viewers wondering who she will choose in this last season. Photo courtesy of "Simon & Schuster."
Summer I Turned Pretty Season Overview and Predictions
While doing striders, senior Alexander Hurst-Barbeito looks back and laughs at a comment made by his fellow teammate.
Before The Race Begins
Belly Conklin sits between Conrad and Jeremiah Fisher, leaving viewers wondering who she will choose in this last season. Photo courtesy of "Simon & Schuster."
Summer I Turned Pretty Season Overview and Predictions
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Mental Health Today: Returning to School
Belly Conklin sits between Conrad and Jeremiah Fisher, leaving viewers wondering who she will choose in this last season. Photo courtesy of "Simon & Schuster."
Summer I Turned Pretty Season Overview and Predictions
Seniors sit at graduation, clapping for each other as they prepare to take their next steps beyond high school.
The Road Ahead
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
Belly Conklin sits between Conrad and Jeremiah Fisher, leaving viewers wondering who she will choose in this last season. Photo courtesy of "Simon & Schuster."
Summer I Turned Pretty Season Overview and Predictions
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Mental Health Today: Returning to School
Belly Conklin sits between Conrad and Jeremiah Fisher, leaving viewers wondering who she will choose in this last season. Photo courtesy of "Simon & Schuster."
Summer I Turned Pretty Season Overview and Predictions
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Mental Health Today: New Season New Mindset
Canva image created by Natalie Spencer.
Mental Heath Today: Second Semester
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
My house at 11:54 PM, the fire had spread to the top floor below the attic and started to spread into the bedrooms.
When My Home Burned
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
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!
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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
Karleigh Lundy

Karleigh Lundy, Student Life Editor

 Karleigh Lundy is the Student Life Section Editor and is taking part in her fourth semester on The Lion’s Roar.  She loves sunrises and spending time with family and friends. Lundy also plays Field Hockey and has been the captain for the past two years.

All content by Karleigh Lundy
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Hiter is emotional as he hugs his parents after announcing his commitment to the University of Michigan.

[Photo] Savion Hiter Commits to Michigan

Eric Davis, Sports Editor
August 26, 2025
Hiter is put to tears after announcing his commitment to Michigan.

Hiter signals the Michigan "M" to the computer screen that live streamed his commitment.

The graduate looks through the eighty-fifth annual commencement ceremony program.

Senior Amiah Ayres gets emotional after salutatorian Jillian Kegley's speech.

Junior Jade Hale applies facial cream onto her client's face and rubs it off with a damp cloth.

CTE Skills Working in Action

Karleigh Lundy, Student Life Editor
April 8, 2025
English 11 teacher Kate Fletcher talks about her love for running and her passions.

[Photo] Humans of LCHS

September 26, 2023
Junior thrower, Jayden Thompson standing in the hallway after being interviewed.

Humans of LCHS

Karleigh Lundy, Student Life Editor
March 12, 2025
The outdoor view of Bethel Brews, located just off of main street Louisa.

Bethel Brews Photos Gallery

Karleigh Lundy
February 14, 2025
During a performance, Zach Top plays his guitar for the audience. Photo courtesy of Zach Top Official.

It Sounds like Country Music

Karleigh Lundy, Student-Life Editor
January 22, 2025
Richardson smiling for the camera.

All District Chorus student and soprano singer, Lily Hubler, has been competing for All District Chorus for over four years.

[Photo] The Process of Becoming All-District for Chorus

Brooklyn Nemec, Staffer
November 25, 2024
Students, adults, and community members take part in holding the flag during the National Anthem.

Louisa football Vs. Charlottesville

Karleigh Lundy, Photographer
October 28, 2024
The team goes over plays in order to get ready for the game.

Public relations officer Andrew Woolfolk takes a picture of the Varsity cheer team.

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Sophomore Dustin Nelson receives the ball and runs towards the end zone during warm ups.

Junior Natalie Spencer and Senior Riley Leale hug each other to keep warm before the game starts.

The cheer team huddles together in order to keep warm before the game.

The Louisa County middle and elementary schools come together to sing the national anthem before the game.

Juniors Brooke Pennella and Aubrie Sherry laugh together in the student section.

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Two active duty soldiers walk the field next to a veteran on military recognition night.

A dad smiles at his daughter as they both walk the field for military appreciation night.

Community members and military soldiers take part in walking the flag off the field.

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The football team huddles together as senior Luke Rowan says a prayer before the game.

The band makes their way off the field after their performance of the National Anthem.

Junior Dyzier Carter carries the ball down the sideline, while running back Savion Hiter blocks a Charlottesville player.

Senior Gavin Anderson and his teammates watch the plays from the sidelines.

Wide receiver, Dyzier Carter runs to the end zone in order to score a touchdown, putting Louisa ahead.

The team huddles together in between plays before they head back out on the field.

After a touchdown, Junior Jahmere Ragland lifts up running back Lavartrell Creasy.

Quarterback Caleb Brady passes the ball to running back Dustin Nelson.

Sophomore Dustin Nelson makes a running play against Charlottesville.

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Junior Dyzier Carter celebrates after a touchdown by his teammates.

Collection of Debris in Space Increases

Collection of Debris in Space Increases

Karleigh Lundy, Reporter
September 26, 2024
Staffer Carlee Hicks tries a boba tea from Bethel Brews.

Laurie Nichols speaks about her ideas for possible operations for expanding Bethel Brews.

The indoor seating at Bethel Brews allows people to be seated while enjoying their goods.

The inside serving station where people are allowed to fix up their drinks and food.

The decorated walls inside Bethel Brews adds a cozy feel for the customers.

This leaf is a mix of brown, red, and yellow, as the temperatures continue to drop.

The seasons are changing

Karleigh Lundy, Photographer/Reporter
November 27, 2023
The colors are vibrant against the trees as the sun shines on them during sunrise.

Gerry Turner finds love in the golden years

Gerry Turner finds love in the golden years

Karleigh Lundy, Reporter/Photographer
November 15, 2023
Workers strike to make a change

Workers strike to make a change

Karleigh Lundy, Reporter/Photographer
October 31, 2023
A group holding the youngest boy's hand as they head for the finish line of the 2 mile race.

[Photo] Paint the Town Pink supports Breast Cancer

Liza Middlesworth, Writer/Photographer
October 24, 2023
A deed book that has been restored and repaired.

An older book that is being stored, for people to see the old English as well as the old cursive.

This room is the file room, and all of the red files are criminal cases that have occurred in Louisa County.

Inside the courthouse there is a room full of deeds, wills, and indexes over the years that haven't made it on to the computers yet.

An original land deed that was handwritten, refurbished, and is now available for public viewing.

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