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Local News13 hours ago

Blue Ridge Wildlife Center Patient of the Week: Central Ratsnake(s)

A Slow and Painful Trap: These two adult Central Ratsnakes were found entangled in the same piece of garden netting...

Business1 day ago

Front Royal-Warren County EDA Seeks Community Members for Small Business Loan Review Committee

The Front Royal-Warren County Economic Development Authority is seeking qualified community members to serve on its Small Business Loan Review...

Local News3 days ago

Fauquier Health Reports More Than $40 Million in 2025 Community Impact

Fauquier Health, a 97-bed acute care hospital in Warrenton, reported more than $40 million in community and economic impact in...

Local News4 days ago

Trump Proclaims Flag Day and National Flag Week Ahead of America’s 250th Anniversary

President Donald Trump has officially proclaimed June 14, 2026, as Flag Day and the week beginning June 14 as National...

Local News4 days ago

United States Army Marks 251 Years of Service

The United States Army marked its 251st birthday on June 14, honoring more than 2.5 centuries of service, sacrifice, and...

Local News5 days ago

VDOT: Warren County Traffic Alert for June 15 – 19, 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

Virginia State Police Weekly Operations Seize Guns, Drugs, and Cash

Virginia State Police reported another week of crime suppression efforts across the Commonwealth, with troopers and partner agencies recovering firearms,...

Local Government7 days ago

Overlap Between Categories for Data Center and Technology Business Emerges at County Planning Commission Meeting

Could a proposed hyperscale facility be intended to do things that are already described as by-right uses in Warren County’s...

Local Government1 week ago

County Supervisors Unite in Movement Toward a Finalized Budget for Coming Fiscal and Calendar Years

The Warren County Board of Supervisors displayed a somewhat rare recent voting unity with a number of unanimous 5-0 votes...

Local News1 week ago

Blue Ridge Wildlife Center Patient of the Week: Barred Owl

This Barred Owl was one of several recent patients admitted to our hospital after becoming entangled in discarded fishing line....

Local Government1 week ago

Town Council Weighs Pros and Cons of Accommodating Special Events on Town Property

It takes a special type of intelligence to operate in a grey zone. At a Town Council work session on...

Crime/Court1 week ago

State Police Seek Witnesses in Fatal I-95 Crash in Stafford County

Virginia State Police are continuing to investigate a deadly multi-vehicle crash that killed five people and injured dozens on Interstate...

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

Community Events2 days ago

Kids Civil War History Camp Returns to Cedar Creek Battlefield June 20

Young history enthusiasts ages 8 to 14 can step into the life of a Civil War soldier during the Kids...

Community Events2 days ago

Walton Wednesday Fishing Day Set for June 17

The next Walton Wednesday will be held on Wednesday, June 17, from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. This week’s event...

Community Events2 days ago

Medicine Wind to Perform June 18 at Gazebo Gatherings

The Blue Ridge Arts Council’s Gazebo Gatherings 2026 Summer Concert Series continues Thursday, June 18, with a free performance by...

Community Events3 days ago

This Week’s Showtimes at Royal Cinemas as of June 19th

Are you looking for the full movie-going experience without having to wait in the long lines that often accompany that...

Community Events1 week ago

Front Royal Gallery Extends Two Popular Art Exhibitions Through July 26

Visitors will have more time to explore two widely praised art exhibitions at the Melissa Ichiuji Studio Gallery in downtown...

Community Events1 week ago

Front Royal Cardinals to Host Youth Baseball Camps at Bing Crosby Stadium

Young baseball players will have a chance to sharpen their skills this summer with the Front Royal Cardinals during two...

Community Events1 week ago

Gazebo Gatherings Summer Concert Series Opens June 11 in Front Royal

The Blue Ridge Arts Council’s Gazebo Gatherings 2026 Summer Concert Series opens Thursday, June 11, with a free performance by...

Community Events1 week ago

Walton Wednesday Invites Kids to Explore Pond Life June 10

Walton Wednesday is returning June 10 with a morning of outdoor learning, pond discovery, lunch, fishing, and family fun at...

Community Events2 weeks ago

Front Royal’s Monthly Through November ‘Vintage Market’ Event Attracts Shoppers Despite Light Rain Intrusion

On Saturday, June 6, the Gazebo-anchored Town Park at the intersection of East Main and Chester Streets in Historic Downtown...

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Obituaries: Keeping the Spirit of Loved Ones Alive Through Remembrance

Obituaries4 hours ago

Shelby Gene Bailey (1941 – 2026)

Shelby Gene Bailey, 85, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away on Friday, June 12, 2026. Born on February 24, 1941,...

Obituaries19 hours ago

Deborah Lucas Seekford (1956 – 2026)

Deborah Lucas Seekford, 69, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at Winchester Medical Center. A...

Obituaries19 hours ago

Terry Lynn Nuckols (1961 – 2026)

Terry Lynn Nuckols, 65, of Berryville, Virginia, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, June 15, 2026, in Warren County, Virginia. A...

Obituaries3 days ago

Larry D. “Dick” Smelser (1950 – 2026)

Larry D. “Dick” Smelser, 76, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Blue Ridge Care...

Obituaries3 days ago

Carol L. Goddard (1948 – 2026)

Carol L. Goddard, 78, of Warren County, Virginia, passed away on Friday, June 12, 2026, at Inova Fairfax Hospital. A...

Obituaries6 days ago

Frederick Nigel Lewis (1962 – 2026)

Frederick Nigel “Nic” Lewis, 63, of Washington, D.C., passed away on Friday, May 29, 2026, at his home. A memorial...

Obituaries6 days ago

Bruce Wayne Evenson (1953 – 2026)

Bruce Wayne Evenson, 73, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on June 9, 2026, after...

Obituaries1 week ago

Judith Darlene Thompson (1952 – 2026)

Judith Darlene Thompson, 73, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Blue Ridge Care...

Obituaries1 week ago

Steven Dale Boies (1954 – 2026)

Steven Dale Boies “Denny” passed on May 28, 2026. He was born on January 6, 1954, to Margaret and Dick...

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

Job Market3 hours ago

What Not to Say in Your First Weeks on the Job

A new job is an audition. Yes, you were hired. The role is yours. But whether it becomes a long-term...

Food5 hours ago

The No-Miss Father’s Day Dinner

Father’s Day does not have one official dish. Thanksgiving has turkey. The Fourth of July has hot dogs. But Father’s...

Automotive6 hours ago

Small Changes Can Improve a Vehicle’s Aerodynamics and Fuel Efficiency

When engineers design a vehicle, they work to balance appearance, function, and aerodynamics. Aerodynamics refers to how air moves around...

Interesting Things to Know1 day ago

Father’s Day Was a Tough Sell

Mother’s Day became a national holiday in 1914. Father’s Day had to wait until 1972. It was not for lack...

Food1 day ago

Ice Cream Leftovers Can Become Sweet Summer Treats

A little extra ice cream in the freezer can go a long way. Whether there is a full carton waiting...

Home1 day ago

Ground Cover Plants Can Save Time, Add Color and Support Pollinators

For homeowners tired of mowing, watering, and caring for traditional turf, ground cover plants may offer a practical and attractive...

Historically Speaking2 days ago

Trusting in Elections from Grover Cleveland to Today

On Dec. 12, 1889, former President Grover Cleveland addressed the Boston Merchants’ Association. Despite winning the popular vote, Cleveland had...

Jefferson Forum2 days ago

Finally Admitting RGGI Raises Power Prices, Democrats Are Now Proposing Customer Rebates

Virginia’s return to the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) will produce such an explosion of new tax revenue and will...

Health2 days ago

Making Shift Work Work for You

About one in six American workers works non-standard hours. That means millions of people are clocking in when others are...

Home2 days ago

Storage Tips for Homes With Few or No Closets

For many people, limited storage space is a daily challenge. When a home has few or no closets, clutter can...

Interesting Things to Know2 days ago

A Father’s Day Slideshow Can Become a Gift He Will Never Forget

For the dad who already has every barbecue tool, gadget, tie, mug, and accessory, a more personal Father’s Day gift...

Interesting Things to Know3 days ago

From Wallpaper Cleaner to Toy Box Legend

Before Play-Doh became one of the most famous toys in the world, it had a much duller job. In the...

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

State News3 hours ago

Some Former Felons, Eligible to Vote This Summer, are in Registration Limbo

While a pending constitutional amendment to automatically restore voting rights to people with felony convictions who have served their sentences...

State News20 hours ago

Spanberger Joins Governors in Reproductive Freedom Alliance, Signs Related Virginia Bills into Law

From support for legislation and ballot referendums to helping states stockpile abortion and miscarriage management drug mifepristone, a growing cohort...

State News1 day ago

Senate Budget Proposal Keeps Data Center Sales Tax Exemption, Adds New Tax for Industry

On Tuesday, the Virginia Senate released its latest budget proposal that preserves a sales and use tax exemption for the...

State News1 day ago

Virginia Centralizes State Internship Programs to Benefit Students, Workforce

Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger recently signed a law creating a Virginia State Internship coordinator position, designed to improve how students...

State News2 days ago

Spanberger, Legislators Roll Out Retail Weed Plan, Set to Launch in July 2027

Tuesday morning, Gov. Abigail Spanberger and the legislative architects of a long-awaited retail weed framework presented a revamped plan for...

State News2 days ago

Commentary: Amid Budget Battle, Legislators Pass the Buck on Concrete Data Center Reforms. Again.

Oh, yay, another commission. Leaders in the House of Delegates are continuing to tweak their version of a state budget,...

State News3 days ago

The House and Senate Both Released New Budgets. Here’s How They Align and Diverge.

With a June 30 deadline looming before a state government shutdown, Virginia legislators have released new budget proposals, the latest...

State News3 days ago

‘It’s Outrageous’: Spanberger Navigates Budget Fight, Democratic Unrest Six Months Into Governorship

Back in January, Gov. Abigail Spanberger arrived in office promising pragmatism, affordability, and a less combative style of politics. Fast...

State News3 days ago

How Public Education has Transformed in Virginia Since the Nation’s Founding

Like the United States, Virginia’s K-12 education system has evolved over the last two and a half centuries to better...

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Arrest Logs1 week ago

POLICE: 7 Day FRPD Arrest Report 6/8/2026

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

Local News1 week ago

American Legion Post 53 Brings Baseball Tradition Back to Front Royal

American Legion baseball is returning to Front Royal through Post 53, giving local players ages 14 to 19 a chance...

Local News1 week ago

First Baptist Church Celebrates 151 Years of Historic Bell

First Baptist Church of Front Royal celebrated a special piece of its history Sunday, marking the 151st anniversary of the...

Local News1 week ago

Judge Weighs Future of Confederate-Linked School Names in Shenandoah County

Shenandoah County is awaiting a closely watched court decision over whether the names of Confederate figures should remain on several...

Local News1 week ago

Commentary: In Light of Horrific Virginia Deaths, Consider Others When Behind the Wheel

Guadalupe Rivera – landscaping supervisor, family man, helper – suffered a needless, ghastly death because, police said, a speeding car...

Community Events2 weeks ago

VA250 Mobile Museum Experience Coming to Front Royal June 18-21

A traveling museum on wheels is coming to Front Royal, giving residents and visitors a chance to step inside Virginia’s...

Local Government2 weeks ago

New Economic Development Director Shares Modus Operandi At Joint Town Council and Board of Supervisors Work Session

The June 4 joint work session of the Town Council and the Board of Supervisors began with a word from...

Local Government2 weeks ago

Topography Complicates Automobile Graveyard Application at Town Planning Commission Work Session

Before the Town Planning Commission, for their consideration at a June 3 work session, was an application for a special-use...

Local News2 weeks ago

VDOT: Warren County Traffic Alert for June 8 – 12, 2026

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

Local News2 weeks ago

Virginia State Police Report Firearms, Narcotics Seizures in Weekly Crime Suppression Operations

Virginia State Police reported the recovery of 25 firearms and more than $78,000 in seized currency during ongoing crime suppression...

Local News2 weeks ago

Warren County APS Urges Residents to Watch for Elder Abuse, Financial Scams

Warren County Adult Protective Services is asking residents to keep an eye out for older adults and incapacitated adults who...

Local Government2 weeks ago

County Supervisors Confronted by Multiple Departmental Budget Requests Among Other Topics as FY-27 Approaches

As the June 30th end of Fiscal Year 2026 (FY-26) approaches with final decisions looming on the Fiscal Year 2027...

Local Government2 weeks ago

Warren County School Board Moves Forward with RFP for After-School Care Providers

Warren County Public Schools will seek outside providers interested in offering before and after-school care at three elementary schools that...

Local Government2 weeks ago

Warren County School Board Weighs Scent Awareness Policy

A proposed scent-awareness policy for Warren County Public Schools drew discussion from School Board members on June 3, with several...

Local News2 weeks ago

Local Students Earn Degrees from James Madison University

Several local students were among the James Madison University graduates recognized during the university’s May 2026 commencement exercises. James Madison...

Local News2 weeks ago

Michael Sean Williams Takes on the Pastoral Role at First Baptist Church Without the ‘Interim’ Attached

On Sunday, May 31, 2026, Michael Sean Williams was officially installed as pastor of First Baptist Church in Front Royal,...

Local Government2 weeks ago

Warren County Announces Leadership Appointments in Economic Development and Planning

During the 6-hour Warren County Board of Supervisors meeting on Tuesday, June 2nd, Patrick Barker and Kelly Wahl were introduced...

Local News2 weeks ago

The Request for Money from Nigeria: At Fire Department Luncheon, Senior Citizens Learn to Recognize AI Fakes

Once upon a time, a handshake and a person’s word meant something. Now, with the technological capacity to clone someone’s...

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

Interesting Things to Know3 days ago

Expert Tips for Loading a Moving Truck Properly

Packing a moving truck may seem simple, but the way you load it can make a big difference. A well-packed...

Mature Living3 days ago

Intimacy Remains an Important Part of Life for Many Older Adults

Sexuality is often treated as a topic for younger people, but the need for intimacy, affection, and physical closeness does...

Real Estate4 days ago

Ask the Expert: Should I Refinance to Pull Cash Out of My Home?

Question: My first mortgage has a 3.1 percent interest rate. Now I need to pull some cash out of my...

Real Estate4 days ago

Market Value, Not Tax Assessment, Should Guide Home Listing Price

Homeowners thinking about selling this year should look beyond the municipal assessment when setting an asking price. While a municipal...

Interesting Things to Know4 days ago

Natural Cemeteries Offer a Greener Way to Plan Final Resting Places

As more people look for ways to reduce their environmental impact, some are also rethinking what happens after death. Traditional...

Home5 days ago

A Gardener’s Guide to Surviving Your Pets

You planted it carefully. You watered it faithfully. Then the dog found it. Anyone who shares a yard with dogs...

Historically Speaking5 days ago

Why ‘Tom Sawyer’ Still Matters 150 Years Later

This year, as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the founding of our great nation, it is worth pausing from...

Interesting Things to Know5 days ago

Elder Abuse Awareness Day Highlights Hidden Harm Facing Older Adults

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day will be observed on June 15, 2026, drawing attention to the need to protect older...

Agriculture5 days ago

Right Tools Can Make Hobby Farming Easier and Safer

Running a hobby farm can be rewarding, but it also comes with plenty of daily work. From hauling feed to...

Business Growth Series6 days ago

Business Growth Series: Busy All Day and Still Not Growing? Here’s Why

Many business owners work long hours. They stay busy all day. And yet—nothing changes. Revenue stays flat. New customers are...

Interesting Things to Know6 days ago

Do You Remember Your First Color TV?

There was a time when television was only in shades of gray. Then, little by little, living rooms began to...

Interesting Things to Know6 days ago

The SALT Deduction: A Bigger Break for Homeowners

Homeowners who pay high property taxes or state income taxes may see a larger federal tax break under changes to...

Home6 days ago

Driveway Alternatives Offer Greener and More Attractive Options Than Asphalt

Asphalt is a common driveway material, but it is not the only choice. Homeowners looking for a more eco-friendly, attractive,...

Health1 week ago

Sleep and the Senior Years: What Actually Helps

If you are sleeping less than you used to, you are not alone, and you are not necessarily doing anything...

Food1 week ago

Berry and Mascarpone Crepes Make a Sweet Start to the Day

A plate of berry-and-mascarpone crepes can turn an ordinary morning into something special. Light crepes, rich cream filling, fresh berries,...

Automotive1 week ago

Defensive Driving Helps Reduce Risk on the Road

Anything can happen on the road, and often it happens in a fraction of a second. A car may stop...

Health1 week ago

Treating Cataracts: The Good News Keeps Getting Better

June is Cataract Awareness Month, and the news for patients is mostly encouraging. Cataracts are one of the most common...

Food1 week ago

Cherry Mini-Clafoutis Offers a Simple Taste of Cherry Season

Cherry season is a good time to enjoy simple desserts that let fresh fruit shine. Mini-clafoutis are an easy way...