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Local News10 hours ago

Profile of a Candidate: Chairman of the Planning Commission Allen Neel Runs for Town Council

At Melania’s Gourmet on September 1, the Royal Examiner sat down with candidate for Town Council Allen Neel during his...

Local News12 hours ago

After FAA Certification, Washington Manassas Airport to Offer Commercial Flights

The Federal Aviation Administration announced on Monday that the Washington Manassas Airport can begin offering service to certain commercial passenger...

Local News2 days ago

DLC Acquires Royal Plaza Shopping Center in Front Royal

Royal Plaza in Front Royal has a new owner after DLC announced the acquisition of the 159,456-square-foot shopping center, adding...

Local News2 days ago

Virginia State Police Rap Back Program Tops 55,000 Enrollments in First Year

The Virginia State Police Federal Rap Back Program has enrolled more than 55,000 people in its first year, giving participating...

Local News4 days ago

Wawa to Open New Middletown Store With Grand Opening Celebration Sept. 4

Wawa will open its new Middletown location on Friday, Sept. 4, with a grand opening celebration featuring free coffee, limited-edition...

Local News4 days ago

VDOT: Warren County Traffic Alert for August 31 – September 4, 2026

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

Local News4 days ago

Virginia State Police Seize More Than $2.6 Million in Drugs During Weeklong Operations

Virginia State Police seized more than $2.6 million worth of illegal drugs during crime suppression operations conducted across the Commonwealth...

Local News5 days ago

Warren County High School Welcomes E. Wilson Morrison Students After Emergency Closure

Students and staff at Warren County High School opened their doors this week to members of the E. Wilson Morrison...

Local News1 week ago

Cline Accepts Three Debate Invitations in Sixth District Race

U.S. Rep. Ben Cline, the Republican nominee seeking reelection in Virginia’s 6th Congressional District, says he has accepted three invitations...

Local News1 week ago

Lloyd, Silek Spar Over WCRC Membership Payment Methods as August 27 Meeting & Officer Appointments Loom

Royal Examiner was alerted to a communication between recently elected Warren County Republican Committee (WCRC) Chairman Scott Lloyd and a...

Local News1 week ago

Warren County Sheriff’s Office Joins Saturation Saturday Ahead of Labor Day Weekend

The Warren County Sheriff’s Office will increase impaired-driving enforcement on Saturday, Aug. 29, as part of a coordinated Saturation Saturday...

Local Government1 week ago

A More Permanent Closure of a Portion of Church Street Denied at Town Council Meeting

What may be confusing for anyone who hears that the Town Council has considered closing a portion of Church Street...

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

Community Events4 days ago

Reaching Hearts Gospel Fest Returns to Downtown Front Royal, Seeks Community Sponsors

Downtown Front Royal will be filled with gospel music, food, and fellowship on Saturday, Sept. 12, as the Reaching Hearts...

Community Events6 days ago

Cottonwood Ranch Hosts Saturday Social With Live Music, Wine and Local Food

Cottonwood Ranch is inviting the community to enjoy an afternoon of live music, Virginia wine and locally prepared food during...

Community Events1 week ago

Newtown Heritage Festival Rescheduled for Aug. 28-29 in Stephens City

The Newtown Heritage Festival will return to Stephens City on Friday, Aug. 28, and Saturday, Aug. 29, after weather forced...

Community Events1 week ago

This Week’s Showtimes at Royal Cinemas as of August 28th

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

Community Events2 weeks ago

This Week’s Showtimes at Royal Cinemas as of August 20th

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

Community Events2 weeks ago

Selah Theatre Project to Open New Winchester Arts Center With ‘Come From Away’

Selah Theatre Project will open its first community theatre musical at the new Vivienne L. Jackson Sanctuary for the Arts...

Community Events3 weeks ago

Stone Branch Arts Center to Host Fall Open House on Aug. 22

The Stone Branch Center for the Arts will welcome the community for its Fall Open House on Saturday, Aug. 22,...

Community Events3 weeks ago

Blue Ridge Arts Council Wraps Up 37th Gazebo Gatherings Season with Ryan Jewel Concert

The Blue Ridge Arts Council will close its 37th annual Gazebo Gatherings Summer Concert Series on Thursday, Aug. 13, with...

Community Events3 weeks ago

This Week’s Showtimes at Royal Cinemas as of August 14th

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

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Obituaries: Keeping the Spirit of Loved Ones Alive Through Remembrance

Obituaries2 days ago

Stewart E. Burke Sr. (1934 – 2026

Stewart E. Burke Sr, 92, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away peacefully at his home in Warren County on Wednesday,...

Obituaries5 days ago

Carla Schwarck Slater (1947 – 2026)

Carla Schwarck Slater, 78, proud mother of 2 children, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away peacefully at Lynn Care Center...

Obituaries5 days ago

William “Bill” John Mathers (1935 – 2026)

William “Bill” John Mathers, 90, of Goldvein, Virginia, passed away on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at Blue Ridge Hospice, Winchester,...

Obituaries5 days ago

Terry Wayne Foster (1962 – 2026)

Terry was born in Front Royal, Virginia, on March 22, 1962, to Paul J. Foster and Juanita Frazier, and was...

Obituaries7 days ago

Reverend Michael Duesterhaus (1965 – 2026)

Father Michael Duesterhaus, a devoted priest in the Diocese of Arlington, died on August 23, 2026, at age 61. Born...

Obituaries1 week ago

Donald “Don” Alan Burke Jr. (1952 – 2026)

Donald “Don” Alan Burke Jr., 74, of Front Royal, VA, passed away peacefully at home on August 22, 2026, surrounded...

Obituaries1 week ago

Helga Maria Hartmann (1933 – 2026)

Helga Maria Hartmann, 93, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away on Friday, August 21, 2026, at Warren Memorial Hospital. Mrs....

Obituaries1 week ago

Rena Mae Frye Dodson (1939 – 2026)

Rena Mae Frye Dodson, 86, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed peacefully into the arms of God on August 21, 2026,...

Obituaries2 weeks ago

Sanders “Ray” Rowe (1940 – 2026)

Sanders “Ray” Rowe, 85, of Middletown, Virginia, passed away on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at Magnolia at Front Royal. A...

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

Interesting Things to Know10 hours ago

Missing Texas Giraffe Found Safe After Nearly Two Weeks

A 10-foot-tall giraffe managed to stay out of sight for nearly two weeks in the Texas Hill Country before searchers...

Interesting Things to Know11 hours ago

Minnesota Township Keeps Electing Four-Legged Mayors

In one small Minnesota community, voters have made their preference clear: when it comes to choosing an honorary mayor, they...

Business1 day ago

Apple Lawsuit Puts Employee Offboarding and Digital Access in the Spotlight

A trade-secret lawsuit filed by Apple against OpenAI is drawing attention to a less visible aspect of employee departures: ensuring...

Food2 days ago

Food Scares Can Hurt Restaurants That Had Nothing to Do With an Outbreak

A foodborne illness outbreak does not have to involve a restaurant to hurt its business. That lesson played out this...

Historically Speaking4 days ago

Recalling the History of Recalls

Just last week, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a notice that New York’s Prince Bakery voluntarily recalled five...

Interesting Things to Know4 days ago

September Celebrity Birthdays

Who’s blowing out the candles with you? Check out the famous birthdays for your special day. 1 – Zendaya, 30,...

Scott's Turn4 days ago

Why Should You Care If the Business Down the Street Closes?

Let’s say there’s a restaurant down the street from your house. You’ve never eaten there. Maybe it’s not your kind...

Mature Living4 days ago

Going Shopping? Don’t Forget to Ask About a Senior Discount

Getting older comes with a few practical perks, and one of them can be lower prices. Senior discounts are offered...

Business Growth Series6 days ago

Business Growth Series: Why Simple Businesses Grow Faster

Many businesses make things too complicated. Too many steps. Too many options. Too much confusion. And when things are complicated,...

Agriculture6 days ago

Commentary: A Pesticide-Free Farm Can Have Worse Soil Than One Sprayed With Roundup

Ten weeks before the midterm elections, a weed killer is threatening to split one of President Donald Trump’s political alliances....

Interesting Things to Know7 days ago

Why More Robots Can Mean More Workplace Injuries

Adding robots to a warehouse might seem like an obvious way to make work safer. But federal workplace injury data...

Punditry & Prose1 week ago

Our Young People Are a Reflection of Our Community

When we talk about the health and condition of a community, it’s easy to focus on buildings, budgets, or headlines....

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

State News12 hours ago

Data Shows 94,000 Virginians Have Dropped Their ACA Insurance Since Last Year

Of an estimated 100,000 people whom state health leaders predicted would be vulnerable to losing their Affordable Care Act insurance...

State News12 hours ago

New Virginia Law Bans Live Streaming While Driving, With Exceptions for Emergencies

Virginia drivers who livestream from behind the wheel can now face fines and other penalties under a new state law...

State News12 hours ago

Federal Judge Blocks New Virginia Limits on Existing Local ICE Agreements

A federal judge has temporarily blocked Virginia from enforcing key provisions of a new law restricting cooperation between local law...

State News2 days ago

Virginia Education Board Updates Graduation Requirements, Expands Course Options for Students

The Virginia Board of Education has approved updates to its list of approved courses, clarifying expanded graduation requirements for schools....

State News2 days ago

Inside Virginia’s City Halls, Concerns, Confusion Rise with Flock Surveillance Protests

In March, a Williamsburg resident asked the police department at the College of William & Mary how data collected by...

State News3 days ago

Virginia Health Leaders, Lawmakers Share Enhanced Healthcare Resources for Rural Communities

Eastern Shore residents and healthcare providers on Friday told state leaders about the opportunities and challenges they face serving their...

State News3 days ago

Voting Rights Struggle Continues, Gov. Spanberger and Advocates Say at March on Washington Anniversary

WASHINGTON — Just over two months from midterm elections and four months removed from a U.S. Supreme Court decision that...

State News5 days ago

Virginia Officials Announce Disbursement of $122 Million in Rural Health Transformation Fund Awards

Of a total of $189 million in Rural Health Transformation Fund awards that Virginia received late last year, $122 million...

State News5 days ago

If Virginia’s Reproductive Rights Amendment Passes, Challengers Say They’ll Fight to Overturn It in Court

A legal challenge to amend the ballot language for Virginia’s pending reproductive rights constitutional amendment has been in limbo since...

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

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

Local News1 week ago

Blue Ridge Wildlife Center Patient of the Week: Woodland Box Turtle

WARNING: Graphic surgical photos. Abscesses are a fairly common problem in wildlife medicine. About 13% of the box turtles we...

Local News1 week ago

Christendom Graduate Jimmy Coffey Sets Sights on Major League Rugby

Jimmy Coffey arrived at Christendom College four years ago having never played rugby. On Thursday, Aug. 27, the former Crusader...

Local News1 week ago

Love Revival, First Baptist Partner for Free Labor Day Community Cookout

Two Front Royal churches are joining forces for a free Labor Day celebration designed to give local families an evening...

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Arrest Logs1 week ago

POLICE: 7 Day FRPD Arrest Report 8/24/2026

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

Local News1 week ago

Laurel Ridge Community College Welcomes More Than 3,100 Students for Fall Semester

Classes are underway at Laurel Ridge Community College, where more than 3,100 students have enrolled for the fall semester, and...

Local News1 week ago

$8,000 Grant Advances Preservation Work at Historic Heater House

The Cedar Creek Battlefield Foundation has received an $8,000 grant from the Frederick County Historic Resources Advisory Board to continue...

Local News2 weeks ago

VDOT: Warren County Traffic Alert for August  24 – 28, 2026

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

Local Government2 weeks ago

Warren County School Board Reviews Visitor Rules, Special Education Support and Summer Meal Growth

The Warren County School Board spent much of its Aug. 19 meeting looking at how students, parents and visitors interact...

Local News2 weeks ago

Fauquier Health to Join Bon Secours Mercy Health Network

Fauquier Health is expected to join the Bon Secours Mercy Health network this fall, under an agreement announced by Lifepoint...

Local News2 weeks ago

Virginia State Police Report $8.5 Million in Drug Seizures During Weekly Operations

Virginia State Police reported seizing more than $8.5 million worth of illegal drugs during statewide crime suppression operations conducted from...

Town Notices2 weeks ago

Front Royal Lifts Voluntary Water Conservation Restrictions After Recent Rainfall

The Town of Front Royal has lifted its voluntary water conservation restrictions following recent rainfall in the area. The change...

Local News2 weeks ago

Royal Shine Builds on Detailing Legacy With New Name, Same Focus on Quality

A familiar auto detailing business in Front Royal has a new name and new ownership, but its owners say the...

Legal Notices2 weeks ago

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

VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WARREN COUNTY In rem: Lots 17 and 18 of Block One of Blue Ridge...

Crime/Court2 weeks ago

Warren County Supervisor Charged With Assault and Battery Following Meeting

Warren County Board of Supervisors member Hugh B. Henry has been charged with assault and battery following a physical altercation...

Local Government2 weeks ago

Town Planning Commission Recommends Changes to Zoning & Deputy Zoning Administrators Appointment Processes

On Wednesday, August 19, the Front Royal Planning Commission convened a meeting followed by a work session. Both were held...

Local Government2 weeks ago

DATA Centers Future Here, Changes in Zoning Text Amendment Procedures, and a Little Post-Meeting Drama for One Supervisor

The application by Rushmark Properties for a rezoning to permit construction of a DATA Center in Warren County was withdrawn...

Local News2 weeks ago

Missed the VA250 Mobile Museum? Another Stop Is Coming Close By

If you missed an earlier chance to visit the VA250 Mobile Museum, another opportunity is coming to the region this...

Local News2 weeks ago

Middletown Secures Third Straight Virginia Trees for Clean Water Grant

For the third year in a row, the Town of Middletown has received a Virginia Trees for Clean Water grant,...

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

Historically Speaking1 week ago

America 250: The Battle of Long Island

Back in July, I wrote a column about the Declaration of Independence in which I praised the document while also...

Food1 week ago

Pasta e Ceci: An Ancient Roman Comfort Dish Made Simple

Pasta e ceci — pasta and chickpeas, pronounced roughly “pasta eh CHEH-chee” — is one of Italy’s oldest comfort foods....

Interesting Things to Know1 week ago

How Laughter Can Help During the Grieving Process

Grief is often connected with sadness, anger, loneliness, and loss. Laughter can seem out of place during such a difficult...

Health1 week ago

What to Do When Dehydration Becomes an Emergency

When someone has fallen badly behind on fluids, plain water may not be enough to correct the problem quickly. An...

Real Estate1 week ago

Ask the Expert: What Happens to a Mortgage When a Spouse Dies?

Q: My husband and I own our home together and still owe on the mortgage. If one of us dies,...

Health2 weeks ago

Shingles Shot May Help Protect the Brain

The shingles vaccine, already recommended for adults 50 and older to prevent a painful rash, may also offer another benefit:...

Scott's Turn2 weeks ago

Every Community Needs Champions

Every successful community has them. They are the people who look at an empty storefront and see what could be...

Historically Speaking2 weeks ago

Historical Travels: Beaver Lake, Utah

Before my semester begins next week, I was able to fit in one more trip out west to attend my...

Mature Living2 weeks ago

Why Your Birthday Is Worth Celebrating at Any Age

Birthdays can look very different as the years go by. A child’s party may include balloons, games, and a crowded...

Punditry & Prose2 weeks ago

When Leadership Forgets Who Wears the Servant’s Cloak

​There is a vast difference between holding a public office and wearing a crown. For anyone who has ever stepped...

Business Growth Series2 weeks ago

Business Growth Series: Overthinking Is Slowing Your Business Down

Most business owners don’t have a work problem. They have a thinking problem. Too much thinking. Too much analyzing. Too...

Common Ground with Coolidge2 weeks ago

Coolidge on Education and Careers

After a couple of weeks off as schools came back into session, let us see what the 30th President had...

Food2 weeks ago

Gourmet Halloumi Burgers Bring Bold Flavor to the Summer Table

These vegetarian burgers feature golden slices of halloumi cheese, crisp vegetables, and a cool herb sauce for a fresh and...

Interesting Things to Know2 weeks ago

Simple Ways to Find More Inner Peace

Life brings difficult emotions, and over time, feelings such as regret, anger, guilt, sadness, grief, and jealousy can become a...

Historically Speaking2 weeks ago

Number of Retiring U.S. Senators Ranks Among Top 5

I have said this many times before, but the number-one question I am asked when I give talks is: Are...

Interesting Things to Know2 weeks ago

How to Control Your Lights With Your Voice

You get up in the middle of the night, still half asleep. The room is dark, and now you have...

Mature Living2 weeks ago

Why You May Feel Younger Than Your Actual Age

The number on your birth certificate may say one thing, but the age you feel inside can tell a very...

Punditry & Prose2 weeks ago

College Football 2026: You Can Taste the Excitement!

It’s that time of year again! Here’s some analysis of the hot topics governing our favorite sport, where miracles happen,...