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Local News17 hours 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 News2 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 News2 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 News3 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 News4 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 News6 days 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....

Crime/Court7 days 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...

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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

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 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 Events1 week 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...

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

Community Events2 hours 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 Events18 hours 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 Events6 days 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 Events6 days 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 Events6 days 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

Chelsea Academy Announces Summer Sports, Academic, and Activity Camps

Chelsea Academy is inviting students to stay active, creative, and engaged this summer with a full schedule of sports, academic,...

Community Events1 week 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...

Community Events2 weeks ago

Don’t Miss This! – Say Cheese! Warren Coalition Serves Up Second Annual Fundraiser

Warren Coalition is inviting the community to bring an appetite, a sense of humor, and maybe a few dance moves...

Community Events2 weeks ago

In God We Trust: History Intersects with Strategic Vision at Freedom Flows Festival

The Shenandoah River was the star of the show at the Freedom Flows Festival, an event at Eastham Park on...

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Obituaries: Keeping the Spirit of Loved Ones Alive Through Remembrance

Obituaries17 hours 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...

Obituaries17 hours 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...

Obituaries4 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...

Obituaries4 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...

Obituaries2 weeks ago

Johnnie Otis Kaufman Jr. (1946 – 2026)

Johnnie Otis Kaufman Jr., 79, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away on Friday, May 29, 2026, at Winchester Medical Center....

Obituaries2 weeks ago

Edward “Henley” Brown Sr. (1940 – 2026)

Edward “Henley” Brown Sr., 85 of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, May 31, 2026....

Obituaries2 weeks ago

Katherine Ann Hafferman (1954 – 2026)

Katherine Ann Hafferman, affectionately known to family and friends as “Bird”, passed away on May 30, 2026, at the age...

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

Health1 hour 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 hours 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 Know3 hours 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 Know1 day 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...

Interesting Things to Know1 day 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 Living1 day 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 Estate2 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 Estate2 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 Know2 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...

Home3 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 Speaking3 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 Know3 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...

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

State News1 hour 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 News15 hours 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 News15 hours 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 News15 hours 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...

State News16 hours ago

Tangier Island: Rising Waters, Eroding Shores, Dwindling Time

TANGIER ISLAND, CHESAPEAKE BAY — On a windy June morning, the Chesapeake Bay Foundation’s boat rocked violently on the waves...

State News3 days ago

New House Budget Strips Environmental Standards for Data Centers, Creates Commission Instead

Speaker of the House of Delegates Don Scott, flanked by Appropriations Chair Del. Luke Torian, D-Prince William, and other bipartisan...

State News3 days ago

Spanberger Defends Wave of Vetoes as Frustrated Democrats Push Back

Virginia Democrats spent years waiting for unified control of state government after an unprecedented string of bruising vetoes under Republican...

State News4 days ago

In Albemarle County, Park’s Edge Residents Endure Stinking Floods, Rat Infestations, Fire Hazards

Real quick Residents of Park’s Edge, an apartment complex in Albemarle County, have experienced poor and at times hazardous conditions...

State News4 days ago

Injunction Pauses ‘Unconstitutional’ USDA Conditions for SNAP, WIC Funding to Virginia, Other States

Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones announced Thursday that a federal judge issued a preliminary injunction on June 5 amid a...

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 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...

Local Government2 weeks ago

Is A Parking Garage in Front Royal’s Future? Town Council Discusses Prospective Parking Study

Nothing is set in cement yet. But at a June 1 work session, the mayor entertained discussion of a potential...

Local News2 weeks ago

Blue Ridge Wildlife Center Patient of the Week: Striped Skunk

The past week alone, we’ve admitted more than a dozen baby skunks! Most of these youngsters arrive after their den...

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Arrest Logs2 weeks ago

POLICE: 7 Day FRPD Arrest Report 6/1/2026

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

Local News2 weeks ago

Dominion Ridge Academy Celebrates Class of 2026

Dominion Ridge Academy is celebrating the graduation of its Class of 2026, honoring five students recognized for academic achievement, service,...

Local News2 weeks ago

JoAnna Postlethwait Named Warren County Public Schools Substitute of the Year

Warren County Public Schools has named JoAnna Postlethwait its 2025-2026 Substitute of the Year, recognizing her service to students and...

Crime/Court2 weeks ago

Criminal, Civil Charges and Requested Protective Order in Alleged Reece Threat and Gunfire Incident Continued to July 29

On May 27, 2026, the docket of Warren County General District Court, a lengthy list of criminal and civil cases...

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

Agriculture3 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 Series4 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 Know4 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 Know4 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...

Home4 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,...

Health5 days 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...

Food5 days 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,...

Automotive5 days 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...

Health6 days 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...

Food6 days 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...

Health6 days ago

Electric Scooters: Why You Should Always Wear a Helmet

Electric scooters are becoming a common sight in many communities. They are practical, easy to use, and often seen as...

Historically Speaking7 days ago

The Lee Resolution and the Road to Independence

This year, as we focus on the American Revolution, it is important to understand that the revolution was not as...

Interesting Things to Know1 week ago

Why Drills and Training Actually Save Lives

It is easy to roll your eyes at another fire drill. The alarm sounds. People file outside. Everyone stands around...

Interesting Things to Know1 week ago

Racket Sports Offer Fitness, Fun and Friendship

Tennis, pickleball, badminton, and padel are bringing people of all ages and skill levels to courts, parks, and campgrounds this...

Home1 week ago

Where Is That Bad Smell in the House Coming From?

Nothing is more frustrating than a foul odor in your home when you can’t figure out where it’s coming from....

Interesting Things to Know1 week ago

Your Next Cereal Spoon Might Be Part of Breakfast

One day, finishing breakfast may mean eating the spoon, too. That may sound like a joke, but edible and dissolvable...

Interesting Things to Know1 week ago

Smart Connectivity Is Changing the Future of Boating

National Fishing and Boating Week will be observed June 6 through 14, 2026, offering families and friends a good reason...

Interesting Things to Know1 week ago

Moving Day: Tips for Keeping Your Pet Comfortable

Moving can be stressful for everyone in the family, including pets. Dogs, cats, and small animals rely on familiar smells,...