Connect with us

Local News That Connects You to the Pulse of Our Community

Crime/Court11 hours ago

Road Rage Shooting Leads to Arrest, Multiple Felony Charges in Frederick County

A reported road rage incident involving gunfire led to an arrest Tuesday after authorities tracked a suspect to a Frederick...

Local News20 hours ago

YOVASO Summer Retreat at JMU Offers Teens Leadership and Safety Training

Virginia teens looking for a mix of summer fun and real-world skills will have a unique opportunity this July at...

Local News20 hours ago

Barlow Will Not Seek Office After Redistricting, Shifts Focus to Advocacy

Pete Barlow announced he will not seek elected office following recent redistricting changes, instead turning his attention toward community advocacy...

Local News2 days ago

Blue Ridge Wildlife Center Patient of the Week: Red Fox

This red fox kit was brought to us after being found wandering alone and potentially abandoned by the mother. The...

report logo report logo
Arrest Logs2 days ago

POLICE: 7 Day FRPD Arrest Report 4/27/2026

Front Royal Police Department’s arrest report for the past 7 days:

Legal Notices3 days ago

ORDER OF PUBLICATION: In the Circuit Court for Warren County, Virginia

VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WARREN COUNTY WARREN COUNTY, Plaintiff, v. SHAWN BRENT KIDWELL, et al., Defendants. Case No.:...

Local News6 days ago

Virginia Home Sales Climb in March, Marking Strong Start to 2026

Virginia’s housing market gained momentum in March, closing out the strongest first quarter the state has seen since 2022. New...

Local News6 days ago

Laurel Ridge Launches First Symposium Focused on Health Students’ Well-Being

As healthcare workers face growing demands, Laurel Ridge Community College is taking steps to prepare its students not just for...

Crime/Court6 days ago

Virginia State Police Report Major Drug Seizures, Firearm Recoveries in Weekly Update

Virginia State Police say their ongoing crime suppression efforts led to major drug seizures and the recovery of several firearms...

Crime/Court6 days ago

Virginia State Police Identify Suspect in 52-Year-Old Cold Case

After more than five decades, Virginia State Police say they have solved the 1973 murder of Shirley L. Washington, bringing...

Local News6 days ago

VDOT: Warren County Traffic Alert for April 27 – May 1, 2026

The following is a list of highway work that may affect traffic in Warren County in the coming weeks. Scheduled...

Local News6 days ago

Browntown Community Center Receives $5,000 Grant for Major Kitchen Renovation

A long-awaited kitchen renovation at the Browntown Community Center is getting a major boost thanks to a $5,000 grant from...

Local Spotlight: Bringing People Together Through Events That Highlight the Best of Our Community

Community Events17 hours ago

Dinner, Drama, and a Deadly Twist: ‘Murder Me, Always’ Comes to Front Royal

A night at the theater in Front Royal is about to take a deadly—and hilarious—turn. Selah Theatre Project is bringing...

Community Events2 days ago

Samuels Public Library Adult Programming Events for May

You can find and register for all library events on our website, www.samuelslibrary.net. One-Time Events: Spring Wreath Making Program Thursday,...

Community Events5 days ago

Dance Club Shenandoah Celebrates 60 Years of Music and Movement

For nearly six decades, Dance Club Shenandoah has brought rhythm, connection, and community to the Shenandoah Valley. Now, the longtime...

Community Events6 days ago

Virginia Wine & Craft Festival Returns to Front Royal on May 16

Downtown Front Royal will soon be filled with music, art, and the taste of Virginia wine as the 38th Annual...

Community Events2 weeks ago

Middletown to Mark Earth Day and Arbor Day With Community Tree Plantings

The Town of Middletown is inviting residents to celebrate Earth Day and Arbor Day with two special tree planting events...

Community Events2 weeks ago

From Lanterns to Liberty: Warren County Celebrates 250 Years of American Independence

Front Royal marked a historic milestone Saturday with an event that brought the past to life in a vivid, memorable...

Community Events2 weeks ago

Community Meeting to Highlight Amendments and Voter Participation

A conservative advocacy group is set to host a town hall event in Front Royal focused on several proposed constitutional...

Community Events2 weeks ago

‘Barks & Bags’ raises $50,000 for County Humane Society and Animal Shelter operations!

The local Humane Society hosted its 14th annual Barks & Bags event at Shenandoah Valley Golf Club on Friday, April...

Community Events2 weeks ago

Learn to Save a Life: Free Fentanyl Awareness Event Set for April 29

A free online event later this month will give community members the tools to recognize and respond to a fentanyl...

King Cartoons

Royal Examiner Forecast

Front Royal, VA
37°
Clear
6:14 am8:05 pm EDT
Feels like: 34°F
Wind: 4mph S
Humidity: 99%
Pressure: 30"Hg
UV index: 0
6 am7 am8 am9 am10 am
37°F
39°F
46°F
50°F
54°F
SatSunMonTueWed
61°F / 41°F
63°F / 45°F
75°F / 57°F
84°F / 63°F
73°F / 52°F

Obituaries: Keeping the Spirit of Loved Ones Alive Through Remembrance

Obituaries1 day ago

Roy Nelson Murphy (1943 – 2026)

Roy Nelson Murphy, 82, of Front Royal, passed away on Monday, April 27, 2026. Born on October 11, 1943, in...

Obituaries1 day ago

AMCM (Ret) Dominick ‘Nick’ Bucci (1946 – 2026)

AMCM (Ret) Dominick ‘Nick’ Bucci, age 80, of Greenwich, CT, and Brunswick, ME, passed away Monday, April 27, 2026, at...

Obituaries2 days ago

Helen Virginia Smoot (1939 – 2026)

Helen Virginia Smoot, 95, of Luray, Virginia, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, April 26,...

Obituaries4 days ago

Gerald W. “Jerry” Chilcote (1957 – 2026)

Gerald W. “Jerry” Chilcote, 69, of Linden, Virginia, passed away on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at his home. A Celebration...

Obituaries4 days ago

Eleanor Showers Chadwell (1939 – 2026)

Eleanor Showers Chadwell, 86, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away on Friday, April 24, 2026, at Commonwealth Senior Living. A...

Obituaries5 days ago

Martha Ann Warren (1963 – 2026)

Martha Ann Warren, 62, of Toms Brook, Virginia, passed away on Thursday, April 23, 2026, in the comfort of her...

Obituaries1 week ago

Barbara Elaine Deale-Herrold (1949 – 2026)

Barbara Elaine Deale-Herrold, aka Mom, Grandmommy, Grammymommy, BK, Babs, Barb, 76, of Pomfret, Maryland, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April...

Obituaries1 week ago

John William “Johnny” Dehart (1956 – 2026)

John William “Johnny” Dehart, 69, of Strasburg, Virginia, and formerly of Winchester and Front Royal, passed away on Sunday, April...

Obituaries1 week ago

Hazel J. Brown Cornell (1929 – 2026)

Hazel J. Brown Cornell, 96, of Winchester, Virginia, passed away on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at Lynn Care Center in...

News From Around the Commonwealth: Bringing Virginians Together Through Stories That Matter Most

State News21 hours ago

New State Law Mandates Review of Dominion’s Load Forecasting, as Data Centers Raise Concerns

Dominion Energy’s annual rate case in September prompted concerns from data centers about how fast the utility connects their industry...

State News2 days ago

Here’s What House Lawmakers Want to Require of Data Centers to Keep Their Sales Tax Break

As lawmakers work behind closed doors to finalize the state’s $212 billion budget before the next fiscal year begins in...

State News3 days ago

Fairfax Tragedy Renews Debate on How Best to Intervene in Domestic Crises

Editor’s note: This story references domestic violence and suicide. If you or someone you know is struggling with this issue,...

State News3 days ago

Spanberger Marks First 100 Days with Focus on Healthcare, Housing and Energy Affordability

Gov. Abigail Spanberger celebrated her first 100 days in office Monday in Richmond by touting her administration’s progress on healthcare,...

State News3 days ago

Supreme Court of Virginia Weighs Challenge to Redistricting Amendment

The Supreme Court of Virginia on Monday heard arguments over whether Democrats followed constitutional requirements in advancing a voter-approved redistricting...

State News4 days ago

Virginia Cannabis Retail Plan in Limbo After Lawmakers Reject Spanberger Changes

Five years after Virginia legalized simple adult possession of marijuana, lawmakers are at an impasse over how to finally stand...

State News4 days ago

Data Center Tax Exemption Changes Still Holding Up Virginia Budget

RICHMOND, Va.—Virginia’s Democratic lawmakers failed to make a deal on the budget again on Thursday due to disagreements over whether...

State News7 days ago

Local Governments Race to Attract Data Centers, Often In Spite of Concerns From Their Constituents

Data centers — proposed beside town centers, on generational farmlands, in view of cemeteries, and next to Civil War battlegrounds...

State News1 week ago

Virginia Lawmakers OK Governor’s Tweaks to Major Energy Bills, Reject Health and Labor Bill Amendments

Virginia lawmakers met Wednesday to weigh Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s amendments to dozens of bills passed this year, reflecting both shared...

National News to Know: Stay Informed on the Issues That Impact Us All

Life & Culture: Features, Lifestyle, and Insights That Inspire and Shape How We Live

Interesting Things to Know18 hours ago

Does a Celebrity Share Your May Birthday?

Does a celebrity share a birthday with you? 1 – Tim McGraw, 59, Delhi, Louisiana, 1967. 2 – David Beckham,...

Interesting Things to Know21 hours ago

Perfection Paralysis: When the Pursuit of Perfect Stops Progress

Many people strive for perfection, whether in their careers, hobbies, or personal lives. But experts say that constant pursuit can...

Interesting Things to Know21 hours ago

Recalling the Events of Our Lives: Half a Century Since the Vietnam War

If you think back a little more than 50 years, the images from April 1975 may still linger: helicopters lifting...

Historically Speaking2 days ago

Revisiting the End of History

Historically, the 1990s stand out as a fascinating decade, the one immediately following the collapse of the Soviet Union and...

Business2 days ago

Full-Time or Part-Time? How to Decide When Hiring Your Next Employee

When a business begins to grow, one question often comes up: Should the next employee be full-time or part-time? The...

Interesting Things to Know2 days ago

A Different Look at Happiness: What to Stop Doing

Life coach Tony Robbins is back in the spotlight, this time focusing not on what happy people do, but on...

Mature Living3 days ago

Building Muscle After 50 Is a Win-Win

Once you pass the age of 50, adding strength training to your routine can deliver major benefits for both your...

Business3 days ago

Why Change Is So Hard — and How to Make It Stick

People often say, “You can’t change,” and while that may sound discouraging, there is some science behind why change feels...

Home3 days ago

Which Home Repairs Should Come First?

When homeowners decide it’s time to tackle repairs, the biggest question is often where to start. Experts say the answer...

Health4 days ago

Colorectal Cancer Now Leading Cancer Killer Among Younger Adults

Colorectal cancer has become the leading cause of cancer-related deaths among Americans under age 50, according to new research published...

Interesting Things to Know4 days ago

Saying “Sorry” May Be a Key to Success, Survey Finds

Apologizing is often seen as a sign of weakness. But new research suggests the opposite may be true. Saying “I’m...

Mature Living5 days ago

Living Apart Together (LAT): A Growing Trend Among Adults 50 and Over

For many couples, the traditional path has long been simple: meet, fall in love, and eventually move in together. But...

Local News You Might Have Missed: Stories Worth Catching Up On

Local Government1 week ago

County Proceeds Toward FY-27 Budget Final Approval With 9-Cent Real Estate Tax Hike and Other Variables in Play

Warren County citizens got some answers on the coming Fiscal Year-2027 budget discussion at their Board of Supervisors meeting on...

Local Government1 week ago

Warren County School Board Tackles Policy Changes, Budget Pressures at April 22 Meeting

The Warren County School Board addressed a full agenda on April 22, 2026, with discussions ranging from student safety and...

Local News1 week ago

When Everyone Swims: Water Equality at Alamo Drafthouse Cinema

On April 20, the 2 For 2 Foundation facilitated a screening of “When Everyone Swims” at Alamo Drafthouse Cinema. This...

Local News1 week ago

Virginia’s Redistricting Amendment Trends Positive as Count Continues

Early results in Virginia’s special election on a proposed redistricting amendment are shifting, with the measure now trending toward approval...

Local News1 week ago

Blue Ridge Wildlife Center Patient of the Week: Mourning Dove

This adult Mourning dove came to us after being found in a garage after a suspected cat attack in Fairfax...

Local Government1 week ago

Supervisors Complete Review of FY-27 Budget Public Hearing and Set Possible Budget Votes for Wednesday, April 22

The Warren County Board of Supervisors continued its early-aborted, post-Fiscal Year-2027 (FY-27) Budget Public Hearing work session discussion from April...

report logo report logo
Arrest Logs1 week ago

POLICE: 7 Day FRPD Arrest Report 4/20/2026

Front Royal Police Department’s arrest report for the past 7 days:

Local News1 week ago

Laurel Ridge Awarded $15,000 Grant to Help Students Overcome Financial Barriers

Laurel Ridge Community College has received a $15,000 grant aimed at helping students overcome financial challenges and stay on track...

Local News1 week ago

Public Meetings, Donations Drive Next Phase of Shenandoah Rail Trail

A push to turn an unused rail line into a scenic public trail is gaining speed across the Shenandoah Valley,...

Chamber News1 week ago

Front Royal’s Dueling Disco Returns With Big Moves and Bigger Mission

Front Royal is getting ready to trade hiking boots for dancing shoes as the Hike Kidz Foundation plans a lively...

Local News1 week ago

Advocates, Delegate Address Redistricting and Upcoming Ballot Issues

A town hall meeting in Warren County brought together residents, advocacy leaders, and a state lawmaker for a detailed discussion...

Legal Notices1 week ago

ORDER OF PUBLICATION: In the Circuit Court for Warren County, Virginia

VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WARREN COUNTY WARREN COUNTY, Plaintiff, v. SHAWN BRENT KIDWELL, et al., Defendants. Case No.:...

Local News2 weeks ago

Rotary Club of Front Royal Celebrates 100th Anniversary, Called ‘A Century of Giving’ — $1.5 Million to Local and National Charities

On Saturday, April 18, the Rotary Club of Front Royal, at a packed house dinner and dance at Shenandoah Valley...

Local News2 weeks ago

Work Zone Crashes Rise in Virginia as Safety Campaign Urges Drivers to Slow Down

Road construction season is picking up across Virginia, and officials are warning drivers to take extra care behind the wheel....

Local News2 weeks ago

Giving Kids Stability: Warren County Seeks More Foster Families

A closer look at foster care in Warren County shows both the challenges children face and the community’s role in...

Local Government2 weeks ago

Front Royal Council to Hold Public Hearing on Taxes and Utility Rates

Front Royal residents will have a chance to weigh in on several key issues later this month as the Town...

Local News2 weeks ago

I-81 Lane Closures Expected as Construction Ramps Up in Harrisonburg

Construction is set to begin on a major Interstate 81 widening project in the Harrisonburg area, with drivers advised to...

Crime/Court2 weeks ago

Meth, Marijuana Lead Large Drug Seizures in Virginia Weekly Report

Virginia State Police reported a week of active crime suppression efforts across the Commonwealth, highlighting major drug seizures and continued...

Worth a Second Look: Features and Lifestyle Stories That Inspire and Resonat

Home5 days ago

Themed Day Camps Offer Fun and Learning for Kids

If your child is looking for something a little different this summer, a themed day camp could be the perfect...

Agriculture6 days ago

New Potato Seed Breakthrough Could Transform Farming

Nearly everyone has seen a potato sprout in the pantry or even grown one from a chunk placed in water....

Historically Speaking7 days ago

From Panama to Tehran: Big Stick Diplomacy Then and Now

What began as promising negotiations between the United States and Iran earlier this month ended in an impasse. Following a...

Business Growth Series7 days ago

Business Growth Series: Why Customers Call Your Competitor First

When a customer needs a service, they don’t compare every option. They call the first name that comes to mind....

Food7 days ago

Mini Quiches with Ham and Swiss Cheese

These delicious mini quiches are easy to prepare and perfect for brunch, gatherings, or a light meal. Their flaky crust...

Home7 days ago

April Showers Can Also Bring Roof Leaks

April showers may promise May flowers, but when rain starts dripping into your living room, homeowners have a much bigger...

Interesting Things to Know1 week ago

Buying a Cemetery Plot: What You Need to Know

Choosing a final resting place for a loved one can be an emotional decision. However, understanding how cemetery plots work...

Health1 week ago

Study Links Coffee Consumption to Lower Dementia Risk

A long-term study suggests that moderate coffee and tea consumption may help protect brain health and reduce the risk of...

Interesting Things to Know1 week ago

Trees Keep Time: What Growth Rings Reveal Each Arbor Day

Each year, Arbor Day offers a reminder of the important role trees play in our world. Celebrated on the last...

Job Market1 week ago

Funeral Professions Play Vital Role In Helping Families Honor Loved Ones

The funeral services industry is not often discussed when people explore career options. Yet it offers several meaningful professions that...

Home1 week ago

Rethinking the Dandelion: Why Letting Them Grow Helps Bees and Your Lawn

As warmer days return, so do the bright yellow dandelions that dot lawns across the region. While many homeowners rush...

Mature Living1 week ago

Clubs, Associations and Community: Find Yourself a New Friend Group

Major life changes—such as retirement, children moving out, or becoming newly single—can sometimes leave people with more quiet time than...

Health1 week ago

Heimlich Maneuver Remains Best Technique for Relieving Choking

The Heimlich maneuver—now more commonly called abdominal thrusts—remains one of the most effective ways to help someone who is choking....

Home2 weeks ago

Turn Your Bathroom Into a High-Tech Retreat

For people who love gadgets, the bathroom is becoming one of the most exciting rooms in the home. New technology...

Historically Speaking2 weeks ago

The Evolution of Voting and Election Integrity

With all the legislation about voter integrity, it seems worthwhile to look at voting practices over the years to see...

Interesting Things to Know2 weeks ago

Grow Your Own: Seedlings Offer Simple Start to Gardening Season

As spring settles in and daylight stretches a little longer each evening, many gardeners are turning their attention indoors—starting seeds...

Mature Living2 weeks ago

Trendy Haircuts for People Aged 50 and Over

Style has no age limit. A fresh haircut can highlight your best features, add volume, and help you feel confident...

Historically Speaking2 weeks ago

1968 and Now: When Space United a Divided Nation

Stop me if you’ve heard this one. In the months after a very contentious election, our nation seems more divided...