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Local News2 days ago

From Middletown to the National Mall: Local Reenactors Join D.C. Parade

Local residents helped bring colonial history to life Monday as they marched in the 250th anniversary National Memorial Day Parade...

Local News3 days ago

Blue Ridge Wildlife Center Patient of the Week: Babies!

Baby Season is in Full Swing! Every spring and summer, our wildlife hospital enters what we simply call “baby season.”...

Local News4 days ago

Commentary: Americans Should Not Have to Pay the World’s Highest Drug Prices

Americans have been paying too much for prescription drugs for too long, and the rest of the developed world has...

Local Government1 week ago

Subdivision Ordinance an Item for Public Hearing at Town Planning Commission Meeting

In eleven minutes, the Town Planning Commission executed an agenda for the May 20 regular meeting. Items addressed were the...

Local News1 week ago

Lisa Hoelsher Named 2026 Dr. Leonard F. Maiden DECA Scholarship Recipient

Warren County High School DECA has named Lisa Hoelsher as the 2026 recipient of the Dr. Leonard F. Maiden DECA...

Local News1 week ago

Limeton Community Church Honors Widow Luncheon Guest Ahead of 100th Birthday

A regular widows’ luncheon at Limeton Community Church turned into a joyful surprise on Wednesday, May 20, when guests gathered...

Local News1 week ago

Randolph-Macon Academy’s Top Graduates Reflect on Discipline, Friendship and What Comes Next

Randolph-Macon Academy seniors Pelumi Ibrahim and Robert “RJ” Bamfo have spent the past four years building strong academic records, leadership...

Local Government1 week ago

Supervisors Respond to Data Center Social Media Hyperbole, Tax Hike Criticism Before Facing Action on 8 Public Hearings

Near the opening of the May 19th Warren County Board of Supervisors meeting, the county’s elected officials heard a full...

Local News1 week ago

Wildcats to Celebrate Graduation Rain or Shine at Wildcat Stadium

Warren County High School is preparing to celebrate the Class of 2026 with graduation set for Thursday at 7 p.m....

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Arrest Logs1 week ago

POLICE: 7 Day FRPD Arrest Report 5/18/2026

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

Local News1 week ago

Blue Ridge Wildlife Center Patient of the Week: American Black Bear

This young American Black Bear cub arrived at the Center last week after being found in Frederick County trapped in...

Local News2 weeks ago

Commentary: Virginia Should Seriously Consider Eliminating the State Income Tax

Virginia’s elected leaders should take a serious look at joining the states that do not tax personal income. This is...

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

Community Events2 days ago

Children Activities by Samuels Public Library for the Month of June

These are the events being presented by the Youth Services Department at Samuels Public Library during the month of June...

Community Events2 weeks ago

American Legion Community Band to Present Memorial Day Concert Honoring Fallen Service Members

The American Legion Community Band will present a Memorial Day Concert on Monday, May 25, 2026, at 7 p.m. at...

Community Events2 weeks ago

Laurel Ridge Celebrates 55th Graduating Class With Two Commencement Ceremonies

Hundreds of students crossed the outdoor stage Thursday and Friday as Laurel Ridge Community College celebrated its 55th graduating class....

Community Events2 weeks ago

E. Wilson Morrison Elementary School Holds 5th Annual Early Act Memorial Day Event Honoring America’s Military Fallen

E. Wilson Morrison Elementary School, led by its student Early Act Club under the directorship of Faculty Advisors Floy Bunning...

Community Events2 weeks ago

Freedom Flows Festival to Bring River History, Family Fun to Eastham Park

Games, food, music, duck races, butter making, old-fashioned toys, and river history will come together at Eastham Park as Warren...

Community Events3 weeks ago

World Premiere of “Front Porch Live 2025” Screens May 17 at Woodstock Community Theatre

A new feature-length concert film is putting Shenandoah Valley musicians on the big screen. StreetWise Studios will premiere its first...

Community Events3 weeks ago

Front Royal’s Family Fun Day Hits a ‘Home Run’ in 11th Year of Featuring All That Downtown Front Royal Has To Offer

Royal Examiner reached out to Family Fun Day organizer, self-referenced as Crazy Wyllie of C&C Frozen Treats, who, with wife...

Community Events3 weeks ago

Corks and Chords to Bring Music, Wine, and Local History Together in Front Royal

The Warren Heritage Society is inviting the community to start Wine & Craft Weekend with music, food, drinks, and a...

Community Events3 weeks ago

Shenandoah River State Park Announces Junior Ranger Camp Dates

Shenandoah River State Park is inviting children to spend part of their summer outdoors through its 2026 Junior Ranger Camp...

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Obituaries: Keeping the Spirit of Loved Ones Alive Through Remembrance

Obituaries1 hour ago

Oris “Pie Jr.” Alvin Barner (1961 – 2026)

Oris “Pie Jr.” Alvin Barner, 63, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, in the comfort...

Obituaries3 days ago

Beatrice Ann Murphy Oakes (1941 – 2026)

Beatrice Ann Murphy Oakes, 85, of Front Royal, passed away on May 19, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born...

Obituaries3 days ago

Rita Ann Mullins (1946 – 2026)

Rita Ann Mullins went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, May 23, 2026, surrounded by her...

Obituaries3 days ago

Constance Dallas, nee Pescatore (1931 – 2026)

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Constance Dallas, nee Pescatore, who left...

Obituaries5 days ago

Norman Herald “Norm” Beckwith (1936 – 2026)

Norman Herald “Norm” Beckwith, 89, of Woodstock, Virginia, peacefully passed away on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at his home surrounded...

Obituaries1 week ago

Tammy Rose Talton (1960 – 2026)

Tammy Rose Talton, 66, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at Warren Memorial Hospital. A...

Obituaries1 week ago

Update: Jeanie Yvonne Young Mullins (1947 – 2025)

Jeanie Yvonne Young Mullins, 78, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away on November 19, 2025, at Winchester Medical Center. A...

Obituaries1 week ago

Mary Ann Smoot Bywaters (1965 – 2026)

Mary Ann Smoot Bywaters, of Flint Hill, Virginia, peacefully passed away in the comforts of her home, embraced by love...

Obituaries1 week ago

Michael Lee “Mike” Lemons (1950 – 2026)

Michael Lee “Mike” Lemons, 75, of Front Royal, Virginia, entered his eternal rest on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, in Dulles,...

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

Business Growth Series3 hours ago

Business Growth Series: How to Make Your Business the One People Remember

At the end of the day, business comes down to one thing: Being remembered. Customers don’t choose from all options....

Home4 hours ago

Pollinator Plants Can Bring More Bees, Butterflies and Life to the Garden

Gardeners who want to support bees, butterflies, and other pollinators can start with a simple step: plant more pollen- and...

Kids' Corner4 hours ago

Quicksand Is Scary in Movies, But the Real Danger Is Different

In movies and cartoons, quicksand is often shown as a deadly trap. A character steps into it, sinks deeper and...

Historically Speaking5 hours ago

The Trip to China That Changed the Cold

Two weeks ago, President Donald Trump made a second trip to the People’s Republic of China. These visits still seem...

Food1 day ago

Think Beyond Burgers for a More Creative Summer Barbecue

Summer grilling need not stop at hamburgers, hot dogs, and shish kebabs. With a little creativity, the backyard barbecue can...

Automotive1 day ago

Safe Driving in Work Zones Protects Motorists and Road Crews

Road construction is a regular part of travel, but work zones require extra care from every driver. Reduced speed limits,...

Health1 day ago

Summer Heat Can Put Extra Strain on the Heart

Summer brings outdoor fun, travel, cookouts, and long sunny days. For many people, that is all welcome news. But for...

Food2 days ago

Edible Flowers Add Color, Flavor and Fun to Home Cooking

Flowers can do more than brighten a garden. Some can also brighten a plate. Edible flowers are a creative way...

Health2 days ago

Laughing Gas Is Far From Harmless

Many people know nitrous oxide by its more familiar name: laughing gas. It is used legally in several settings, including...

Mature Living2 days ago

Speed Training Game Shown to Reduce Dementia Risk

Not all brain games are the same. Many apps promise sharper memory, better focus, or protection against dementia. But research...

Interesting Things to Know2 days ago

World Otter Day May 27 – The Otter Who Hijacks Surfboards

Something strange has been happening at Steamer Lane, the famous surf break in Santa Cruz, California. Surfers paddle out expecting...

Historically Speaking3 days ago

Looking Back at ‘The Clash of Civilizations’

Last month, I wrote an article that looked back at two of the most important foreign relations concepts of the...

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

State News42 minutes ago

Governor Fires Virginia Tech Rector Rocovich, Appoints Dominion Energy’s Edward Baine as Replacement

Gov. Abigail Spanberger has removed Rector John Rocovich from Virginia Tech’s Board of Visitors, citing misconduct in a letter sent...

State News1 day ago

New Law Will Enhance Emergency Response for People with Disabilities

Two things inspired Del. Leslie Mehta, D-Chesterfield, the most when she sought public office: her now-deceased eldest daughter, Brooke, and...

State News1 day ago

Virginia’s Colleges and Universities Brace for Major Accreditation Overhaul

Virginia’s colleges and universities may soon face heightened competition and political scrutiny, educators and related groups say, as the U.S....

State News2 days ago

Kratom Product Sales to be Regulated in Virginia

Del. Joshua Cole, D-Fredericksburg, never expected social media posts about a recreational drug would inspire a new consumer protection law,...

State News2 days ago

After Overhaul, Feds Seek to Reauthorize Minority, Women-Owned Business Program

Federal lawmakers want to reauthorize the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise program, a tool designed to reduce discrimination and create fair competition...

State News2 days ago

Residents Wrangle Over Transmission Line Proposal for Rural Virginia

This article originally appeared on Inside Climate News, a nonprofit, non-partisan news organization that covers climate, energy, and the environment....

State News3 days ago

Seven Killed in Virginia Crashes Over Memorial Day Holiday Weekend

Seven people were killed in traffic crashes on Virginia roads during the 2026 Memorial Day holiday weekend, according to preliminary...

State News3 days ago

Virginia Eyes Toll Revenue for Transit as Express Lane Debate Grows

Virginia is pushing to reinvest express lane and toll revenue into public transit instead of road projects, even as public...

State News3 days ago

Private Equity Companies Buy More Apartment Units, Including in Virginia

Private equity firms own nearly 3 million apartment units, about 13% of the total apartments across the country, according to...

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Local Government2 weeks ago

Cullers Says She Remains Opposed to Data Centers in Warren County

South River District Supervisor Cheryl L. Cullers says she remains opposed to data centers in Warren County and would vote...

Local Government2 weeks ago

Commentary: Warren County’s Data Center Moment Deserves Open Deliberation

Warren County is in the sights of the data center industry. It is now apparently not “just a distraction”. I...

Crime/Court2 weeks ago

Drug, DUI, Assault and Firearms Charges Among Warren County Indictments

A Warren County grand jury returned a series of indictments during the April 2026 term in Warren County Circuit Court,...

Local News2 weeks ago

VDOT: Warren County Traffic Alert for May 18 – 22, 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 More Than $2.4 Million in Drugs Seized During Weekly Crime Suppression Operations

Virginia State Police reported more than $2.4 million in seized narcotics during ongoing crime suppression operations across the Commonwealth from...

Local Government2 weeks ago

Consent Agenda with Data Center Focus Tabled at County Planning Commission Meeting

What could be perceived as an evasion of public accountability could also be perceived as a public victory when the...

Local News2 weeks ago

Blue Ridge Wildlife Center Patient of the Week: Bald Eagle(s)

Some of the greatest threats to wildlife are the ones most people never see. Earlier this month, two immature Bald...

Local News2 weeks ago

National Learn to Swim Day Reminds Families to Make Water Safety a Summer Priority

As Memorial Day weekend approaches and families begin planning trips to pools, lakes, rivers, and beaches, National Learn to Swim...

Local Government2 weeks ago

Worthy Possibility or Strategic Failure: Data Centers in Focus at Town Council Work Session

“It communicates we’re open for business.” Vice-Mayor Amber Veitenthal, at a Town Council work session of May 11, identified the...

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Arrest Logs2 weeks ago

POLICE: 7 Day FRPD Arrest Report 5/11/2026

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

Local News2 weeks ago

Emotional Wellness for Police Officers

There’s no doubt that police officers must keep in good physical condition to do their jobs effectively. But, beyond a...

Local News2 weeks ago

Dunavant, Woogen Honored for Lifetime Achievements in Virginia Harness Racing

Two longtime leaders in Virginia harness racing were honored Saturday at Shenandoah Downs during the first “Wall of Colors” ceremony...

Local News3 weeks ago

VDOT: Warren County Traffic Alert for May 11 – 15, 2026

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

Local News3 weeks ago

Virginia State Police Report More Than $2.5 Million in Drug Seizures During Weekly Operations

Virginia State Police say ongoing crime suppression efforts across the Commonwealth led to the recovery of firearms and the seizure...

Local News3 weeks ago

Skyline High School Celebrates the Class of 2026

The caps are ready, the gowns are waiting, and Skyline High School is preparing to celebrate the Class of 2026....

Meet the Candidates3 weeks ago

L. Allen Neal Says Smart Growth and Town-County Cooperation Are Key to Front Royal’s Future

Front Royal Town Council candidate L. Allen Neel says Front Royal’s future will depend on smart growth, strong infrastructure planning,...

Community Events3 weeks ago

Warren Coalition Brings Back ‘Let’s Get Cheesy’ for a Night of Food, Laughter and Community Support

Warren Coalition is inviting the community to come hungry, bring a sense of humor, and support local programs at its...

Local Government3 weeks ago

County Approves Adjusted Riverbend Farm Campground Proposal in Panhandle Road Area, Considers Staffing Issues

The Tuesday, May 5th, meeting of the Warren County Supervisors began at noon with a closed session. Absent from Tuesday’s...

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Mature Living3 days ago

Home Adaptations Can Help Older Adults Avoid Moving

For many older adults, losing the ability to climb stairs can feel like a major turning point. Illness, injury, surgery,...

Interesting Things to Know4 days ago

Wild Camping Offers Quiet Adventure, But It Takes Careful Planning

For campers who enjoy nature but want to avoid crowded campgrounds, wild camping may sound like the perfect escape. There...

Interesting Things to Know4 days ago

Memorial Day Calls Us Back to Its Original Meaning

Memorial Day was born from grief. After the Civil War left hundreds of thousands of Americans dead, communities across the...

Interesting Things to Know4 days ago

The Long-Term Care Policy That Pays Off

Most people know they should probably think about long-term care insurance. Most people also keep putting it off. One reason...

Home5 days ago

Corten Steel Adds Durable, Modern Character to Outdoor Spaces

A rich orange-brown metal finish is increasingly appearing in gardens, patios, and other outdoor spaces. The material is known as...

Home5 days ago

What to Know Before You Keep Bees

Backyard beekeeping has become more common in cities, suburbs, and rural areas alike. The appeal is easy to understand. Bees...

Interesting Things to Know6 days ago

Blue, Silver and Gold Stars Honor Military Families on Memorial Day

Memorial Day, observed on the last Monday in May, is a time for the nation to honor the men and...

Interesting Things to Know6 days ago

The Follow-Through Gap

Most people are not short on ideas. They have plans, intentions, good resolutions, and moments of real inspiration. What often...

Home6 days ago

Think Before You Pull Those Evergreens

It is easy to fall in love with a garden photo. You know the kind: a winding path lined with...

Agriculture6 days ago

Ducks or Chickens? Egg Production Depends on Your Goals

For small farms and backyard flocks, both ducks and chickens can be strong egg producers. The better choice depends on...

Business Growth Series1 week ago

Business Growth Series: The Businesses That Stay Visible Win More Customers

Look at the businesses in your area that seem to always be busy. You’ll notice a pattern. They’re visible. You...

Home1 week ago

Water-Repellent Treatments Can Help Protect Wooden Decks

A wooden deck is exposed to sun, rain, snow, and changing temperatures throughout the year. Without protection, moisture can seep...

Automotive1 week ago

American Roads Are Getting Safer After Years of Rising Deaths

After years of troubling traffic numbers, there is finally encouraging news on American roads. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration...

Travel1 week ago

Local Tourism Offers Summer Fun Close to Home

A summer getaway does not always require a long drive, airport delays, or an expensive hotel stay. Sometimes the best...

Kids' Corner1 week ago

Nobel Prizes Honor People Who Help Change the World

The Nobel Prizes are among the most respected awards in the world. They are given to people and organizations that...

Home1 week ago

When Streaming Stops Being the Cheap Option

Cutting the cord was supposed to save money. For years, that was the promise. Drop the big cable package, keep...

Home1 week ago

Contrasts Can Bring Sophistication and Interest to Garden Design

A beautiful garden does not need to rely on one style, color, or texture. In fact, some of the most...

Health1 week ago

Should You Be Concerned About the Health Effects of Scented Candles?

Scented candles can make a room feel warm, cozy, and inviting. They can add a pleasant fragrance, create a calming...