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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 News3 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/Court3 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 Logs3 days ago

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

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

Local News4 days 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 News4 days 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...

Local News1 week 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 News1 week 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 News1 week 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 Government1 week 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 Government1 week 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 Government1 week 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 Spotlight: Bringing People Together Through Events That Highlight the Best of Our Community

Community Events2 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 Events2 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 Events2 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 Events6 days 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

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...

Community Events2 weeks ago

Memorial Celebration Set for Stephen P. Sill

A memorial celebration honoring Stephen P. Sill will be held Sunday, June 7, 2026, from 1 to 4 p.m. at...

Chamber News2 weeks ago

Cottonwood Ranch Farm Store Celebrates One Year in Front Royal

Cottonwood Ranch Farm Store marked its first anniversary with a ribbon-cutting on Saturday, May 30, celebrating a year of local...

Community Events2 weeks ago

Freedom Flows Festival to Celebrate Shenandoah River’s Role in Local History

Front Royal and Warren County will celebrate the Shenandoah River’s place in local history during the Freedom Flows Festival on...

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Obituaries: Keeping the Spirit of Loved Ones Alive Through Remembrance

Obituaries59 minutes 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...

Obituaries10 hours 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...

Obituaries4 days 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...

Obituaries4 days 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...

Obituaries1 week 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....

Obituaries1 week 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....

Obituaries1 week 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...

Obituaries1 week ago

Irene May Jenkins (1928 – 2026)

Irene May Jenkins, 98 of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 25, 2026, in Conway, South Carolina....

Obituaries2 weeks ago

Thomas “Leon” Cox (1974 – 2026)

Thomas “Leon” Cox, 52, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away on Thursday, May 28, 2026, at Winchester Medical Center. Leon...

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

Business Growth Series9 hours 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 Know9 hours 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 Know10 hours 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...

Home11 hours 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 day 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 day 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 day 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...

Health2 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...

Food2 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...

Health2 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 Speaking3 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 Know3 days 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...

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

State News47 minutes 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 News6 hours 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...

State News6 hours ago

Some Virginians with Past Felonies Can Apply to Seal Their Records, Starting Next Month

After years of fine-tuning and preparation, a 2021 law allowing Virginians with certain past felony convictions to have their criminal...

National News7 hours ago

Virginia Superintendent Reaffirms to Congress Loudoun’s Commitment to Student Needs, Parental Cooperation

The U.S. House Committee on Education and Workforce on Wednesday invited Loudoun County Public Schools Superintendent Aaron Spence and others...

State News10 hours ago

No Way Out: How Virginia Law Fails Vulnerable Renters

Floods, roaches, rats, mold — these are just a few of the issues in Charlottesville Tomorrow’s investigation into how Virginia...

State News2 days ago

State Report Finds 13 Rural Hospitals Vulnerable to Closure 

A new report by Virginia’s Joint Commission on Health Care found 13 of Virginia’s 36 rural hospitals are at distant...

Legislative Update2 days ago

Kaine Introduces Legislation to Address Teacher Shortage, Equip New Educators

One of Virginia’s federal lawmakers on Wednesday introduced a bill in Congress that would establish a grant program to address...

State News3 days ago

Judge Approves Settlement Over Rejected Virginia Student Voter Registrations

A federal judge has approved a consent decree requiring Virginia election officials to accept certain voter registration applications submitted by...

State News3 days ago

High-Potency Cannabis Fuels State Debates Over Psychosis and Addiction Risks

When her son was a teenager, Connecticut mom Amy Wadsworth said, he was the type of kid parents rarely worry...

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Local News1 week 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 News1 week 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 Government1 week 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 News1 week 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 Government1 week 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 News1 week 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 Logs1 week ago

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

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

Local News1 week 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 News1 week 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...

Local News2 weeks ago

VDOT: Warren County Traffic Alert for June 1 – 5, 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 Seized in Weekly Crime Suppression Operations

Virginia State Police reported the recovery of 12 firearms and the seizure of more than $1 million in U.S. currency...

Community Events2 weeks ago

Samuels Public Library Announces Busy June Schedule for All Ages

Samuels Public Library is heading into June with a full calendar of programs for children, teens, adults, and families. Kaitlyn...

Livestream - FR Cardinals2 weeks ago

Cardinals Welcome Baseball Season Back to Town

Baseball is back, and the Cardinals are ready to bring summer nights, wooden bats, and hometown energy back to the...

Local Government2 weeks ago

Vice-Chairman Megan Marrazzo of Town Planning Commission Urges Decisiveness on Data Centers at Town Council Meeting

The May 26 regular meeting of the Town Council could be reported in many ways, all of them valid. With...

Local News2 weeks 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 News2 weeks 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 Government2 weeks ago

Warren County Prosecutor Says Office Will Not Pursue Certain New Virginia Gun Law Cases

Warren County Commonwealth’s Attorney John S. Bell says his office will not prosecute certain cases tied to newly enacted Virginia...

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

Interesting Things to Know3 days 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...

Home3 days 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 Know4 days 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 Know4 days 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 Know4 days 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,...

Mature Living4 days ago

Simple Changes Can Help Older Adults Stay Independent at Home

Many older adults want to remain in their own home or apartment as they age. For many, staying at home...

Interesting Things to Know5 days ago

Does Your Teen or College Student Need to File Taxes?

It is a question many parents do not think about until April, but the answer is not always what they...

Real Estate5 days ago

Building a Rental Property Can Offer Investors More Control and Long-Term Value

Investing in rental housing can be a strong opportunity, but buying an existing property often comes with risks. Older buildings...

Home5 days ago

Fair Estate Planning Can Help Prevent Family Disputes

Writing a will can bring difficult questions, especially for parents with several children. Many people want to divide their estate...

Interesting Things to Know6 days ago

The Ocean Is Fighting Back

June is National Ocean Month, and for once, there is good news to share. After years of warnings about warming...

Interesting Things to Know6 days ago

Simple Ways to Personalize a Father’s Day Card

A Father’s Day card does not have to include a perfect message to be meaningful. The best notes are often...

Agriculture6 days ago

Careful Planning Helps Keep Livestock Safe During Transport

Moving livestock from one place to another takes more than loading animals into a trailer and driving away. Safe transport...

Historically Speaking6 days ago

The People’s Power Begins with the Ballot

“We hold these truths to be self-evident; that all men and women are created equal; that they are endowed by...

Business Growth Series1 week ago

Business Growth Series: No Clear Goal? No Growth.

Most businesses say they want to grow. But ask a simple question—“How much?”—and the answer usually gets vague. That’s the...

Food1 week ago

Patio Season Brings an Easygoing Taste of Summer

When warm weather arrives, outdoor dining becomes one of the simplest ways to enjoy the season. A meal on a...

Home1 week ago

Humane Steps Can Help Protect Gardens from Local Wildlife

Sharing a neighborhood with wildlife can be both enjoyable and frustrating. A raccoon passing through the yard may be interesting...

Interesting Things to Know1 week ago

The Ants Are Back — and They Mean Business

Every spring, like clockwork, they return. They show up on the kitchen counter, along the windowsill, or marching across the...

Interesting Things to Know1 week ago

U-Pick Outings Offer Fresh Fruit, Fresh Air and Local Support

When berries are in season, a U-pick farm can offer more than a basket of fresh fruit. Picking strawberries, blueberries,...