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Local News11 hours 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 Government2 days 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 days 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 News3 days 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 News3 days 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 News5 days 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 News6 days 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...

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Arrest Logs6 days ago

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

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

Local News6 days 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 News6 days 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 News1 week 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 News1 week 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 Spotlight: Bringing People Together Through Events That Highlight the Best of Our Community

Community Events1 week 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 Events1 week 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 Events2 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...

Community Events2 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...

Community Events2 weeks ago

Save the Date: Wild Night at the Museum

Save the date for our annual gala, Wild Night at the Museum, one of the most meaningful (and fun) nights...

Community Events2 weeks ago

New Market Battlefield to Mark 162nd Anniversary of Civil War Battle

The Virginia Museum of the Civil War will mark the 162nd anniversary of the Battle of New Market with a...

Community Events2 weeks ago

Warren County High School Awards Over $750,000 in Scholarships to Class of 2026 at Academic Honors Night

Warren County High School’s auditorium filled with anticipation as seniors, families, and community members gathered to celebrate one of the...

Community Events2 weeks ago

Paul Anka to Perform at Shenandoah University on Aug. 15

Shenandoah University will welcome one of popular music’s most enduring performers this summer when Paul Anka brings “Paul Anka: A...

Community Events2 weeks ago

Warren County DSS to Host Community Resource Fair at Samuels Library

Local organizations and residents will have an opportunity to connect at an upcoming Resource Fair hosted by the Warren County...

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Obituaries: Keeping the Spirit of Loved Ones Alive Through Remembrance

Obituaries1 day ago

Gary Richard Burke Sr. (1953 – 2026)

Gary Richard Burke Sr., 73, of Bentonville, Virginia, passed away on Friday, May 15, 2026, peacefully at his home surrounded...

Obituaries3 days ago

Joyce Grove Smeltzer (1938 – 2026)

Joyce Grove Smeltzer, 88, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away on Monday, May 11, 2026, at St. Anne’s Loving Arms...

Obituaries3 days ago

Madeline A. Senter (1938 – 2026)

Madeline A. Senter, 87, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family on...

Obituaries3 days ago

Rose Marie Turner (1949 – 2026)

Rose Marie Turner, 76, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away on Monday, May 11, 2026, at Winchester Medical Center. A...

Obituaries3 days ago

Kent Louis Gagnon (1964 – 2026)

Kent Louis Gagnon, 62, passed on May 9, 2026, at Heritage Hall – Front Royal in Front Royal, VA. He...

Obituaries4 days ago

Jennifer Lee “Jenni” Groom (1961 – 2026)

Jennifer Lee “Jenni” Groom, 64, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at her home. A...

Obituaries4 days ago

Kathy “Irene” Farrell (1952 – 2026)

Kathy “Irene” Farrell, 73, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at Lewis-Gale Hospital Montgomery. A...

Obituaries4 days ago

John Allison Driggs (1936 – 2026)

John Allison Driggs passed away on May 10, 2026, in Potomac, Maryland, at the age of 89. He was born...

Obituaries6 days ago

Charles Edgar Plauger, Jr. (1964 – 2026)

Charles Edgar Plauger, Jr., 61, a lifelong resident of Fort Valley, VA, passed away unexpectedly on May 11, 2026. Born...

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

Real Estate14 hours ago

More Homes, More Choices: The Market May Be Shifting

After years of intense competition for homes, the housing market may be starting to feel different for many buyers. Not...

Health15 hours ago

Study Links Gum Disease Bacteria to Faster Breast Tumor Growth

A common bacterium tied to gum disease may play a role in breast cancer growth, according to a new study...

Interesting Things to Know2 days ago

Six Reasons Camping Remains a Great Outdoor Getaway

Camping is not always perfect. Mosquitoes can be annoying, rain can change plans, and setting up a tent takes some...

Interesting Things to Know2 days ago

Spring Clean Your Workspace, Spring Clean Your Head

Something about spring and cleaning just goes together. But closets and garages are not the only places that benefit from...

Home2 days ago

The Right Birdbath Spot Can Turn a Yard Into a Backyard Sanctuary

A birdbath may seem like a simple garden feature, but where it is placed can make all the difference. Birds...

Agriculture2 days ago

Simple Steps Can Help Keep Rodents Out of Farm Buildings

Rodents may be small, but they can create big problems in barns, sheds, feed rooms, and other farm buildings. Mice...

Historically Speaking2 days ago

Our Nation’s Path to Louisiana v. Callais

So far this year, gerrymandering has been one of the dominant stories, as both sides do everything within their power...

Mature Living3 days ago

Collectors Are Drawn to the Quest and History of Everyday Objects

Most people understand stamp collecting or coin collecting. Those hobbies are familiar, organized, and easy to explain. But the world...

Health3 days ago

Telehealth Opens New Doors for People Who Stutter

For people who stutter, finding the right help has not always been simple. The challenge is not only medical. It...

Business Growth Series4 days ago

Business Growth Series: Why Word-of-Mouth Isn’t Enough Anymore

Word-of-mouth is powerful. But it’s not enough. Too many businesses rely on referrals as their primary source of growth. And...

Health4 days ago

Mental Health Month Raises Hard Questions About Serious Mental Illness

Mental Health Month is often a time to talk about stress, anxiety, depression, therapy, and self-care. Those conversations matter. But...

Mature Living4 days ago

What Will Happen to Your Collection?

A collection can take years to build and only days to disappear. Maybe it is Depression glass, military patches, coins,...

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

State News12 hours ago

Irish Culture Society of Virginia Works to Preserve Irish Heritage Through Dance, History, and Public Memorials

The Irish Culture Society of Virginia is working to keep Irish heritage visible, meaningful, and alive across the Commonwealth through...

State News13 hours ago

Virginia Officials Celebrate the Bald Eagle’s Comeback and Centuries as National Symbol

The bald eagle became a national symbol in 1782, appearing on the U.S. seal and government documents. But despite representing...

State News13 hours ago

Virginia Governor Signs Dominion-Backed Bills. All Eyes on Regulators Now.

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

National News3 days ago

How a 19th-Century Law, Central to a National Telehealth Abortion Case, Could Impact Virginia

The Supreme Court temporarily preserved telehealth access to the abortion drug mifepristone on Thursday until an appeals court can rule...

State News3 days ago

Spanberger Signs Assault Weapons Ban, Package of Criminal Justice and Energy Bills

Gov. Abigail Spanberger late Thursday signed a sweeping package of legislation approved during the 2026 General Assembly session, including a...

State News3 days ago

Spanberger Vetoes Bills Allowing Public Employees to Collectively Bargain Working Conditions, Wages

Gov. Abigail Spanberger vetoed collective bargaining legislation Thursday, drawing major criticism from some of the state’s largest unions and labor...

State News4 days ago

NAACP Asks US Supreme Court to Overturn Virginia Redistricting Decision

The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People and the Advance Project on Wednesday asked the U.S. Supreme Court...

State News4 days ago

With Governor’s Signature, Healthcare Affordability Bills Become Law

Gov. Abigail Spanberger traveled to Northern Virginia on Wednesday to sign a slate of bills aimed at reducing healthcare costs,...

State News5 days ago

Virginia One Step Closer to Requiring Diaper-Changing Stations in New Buildings’ Public Bathrooms

Sen. Elizabeth Bennett-Parker, D-Alexandria, had an “ah-ha” moment when her daughter, now three, was a newborn. She’d been at a...

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

Local Government2 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...

Local Government2 weeks ago

In Favor of Permeable Surface, Town Planning Commission Advances Reduction of Divisibility Per Lot

At a May 6 work session, the Town Planning Commission covered ground that included the subdivision ordinance, a review of...

Local News2 weeks ago

Warren County High School Celebrates the Class of 2026

It’s time to toss the caps and cheer! Warren County High School is proudly celebrating the achievements of the Class...

Local Government2 weeks ago

Warren County Addresses Chester Gap Emergency Services Response Coverage Changes Effective July 1st

Wednesday afternoon, May 6, 2026, Royal Examiner received the following press release regarding alterations to the working agreement between Warren...

Local News2 weeks ago

Blue Ridge Wildlife Center Patient of the Week: Common Five-lined Skink

This small reptile has a clever way of staying alive. Not all wildlife patients arrive with dramatic injuries. Some, like...

Local News2 weeks ago

Warren County Plants ‘Liberty Tree’ to Honor America’s 250th Anniversary

Warren County took part in a national effort to honor America’s founding by planting a tree rooted in history. On...

Crime/Court2 weeks ago

June 17th Set for Continued Hearing on Natalie Godin’s Psychological Evaluation and Supervised Conditional Release

With the County Commonwealth Attorney’s Office having agreed to accept Natalie Godin’s Not Guilty by Reason of Temporary Insanity plea...

Local Government2 weeks ago

Urban Agriculture and Firearm Assembly at Town Council Work Session

“It has been an administrative nightmare.” Planning Director Lauren Kopishke spoke frankly to the town council on May 4, emphasizing...

Community Events2 weeks ago

Front Royal Programs Highlight Housing, Food, and Community Support

In Front Royal, local leaders say helping neighbors in need takes more than one program; it takes a full community...

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Arrest Logs2 weeks ago

POLICE: 7 Day FRPD Arrest Report 5/4/2026

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

Legal Notices2 weeks ago

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

VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WARREN COUNTY WARREN COUNTY, Plaintiff, v. SHAWN BRENT KIDWELL, et al., Defendants. Case No.:...

Local News2 weeks ago

John’s Dream Scores 35th Win at Shenandoah Downs, Headlining Virginia Breeder’s Aged Stakes  

John’s Dream captured the $20,000 Virginia Breeders Fund aged male pace at Shenandoah Downs Saturday — one of four Breeders...

Chamber News2 weeks ago

Downtown Local Celebrates One-Year Anniversary with Community Support

Downtown Local marked its one-year anniversary on Main Street with a ribbon-cutting ceremony that brought together community members, business leaders,...

Community Events2 weeks ago

Free Comic Book Day Brings Crowds, Creativity to Main Street in Front Royal

Main Street in Front Royal transformed into a hub of creativity and community on May 2 as Main Street Geek...

Local Government2 weeks ago

Front Royal Tax Increase Debate Deepens as Full Cost Picture Comes Into Focus

Front Royal’s recent decision to raise the real estate tax rate is drawing growing attention, not just for the increase...

Local News2 weeks ago

Royal Visit Inspires Push for Annual Heritage Festival in Front Royal

Front Royal and Warren County are still buzzing after a historic moment that put the community on an international stage....

Local News2 weeks ago

Front Royal Reflects on Royal Visit: How a Deleted Email Became a Historic Day

What started as a message that nearly went unnoticed turned into one of the biggest moments in Front Royal’s history....

Community Events2 weeks ago

Community Celebration Returns: 11th Annual Family Fun Day on May 9

A beloved community tradition is set to return as the 11th Annual Family Fun Day brings a full day of...

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

Health4 days ago

Vision Loss and Home Hazards Can Make Falls Much More Likely

For many older adults, staying safe at home starts with two simple steps: checking vision and checking the house. A...

Mature Living5 days ago

What Those Ads on Your Tablet Are Not Telling You

Anyone who plays games on a phone or tablet has likely seen them: ads aimed at older adults promising fast...

Interesting Things to Know5 days ago

A Raccoon’s Excellent Adventure

It started, as these things often do, with a hole in the ceiling and a raccoon making poor choices. In...

Health6 days ago

Research Finds Cannabis Does Not Ease Depression or Anxiety Symptoms

Two new research analyses have found that cannabis does not appear to be an effective treatment for anxiety, depression, or...

Home6 days ago

Do You Really Need a Million Dollars to Retire?

Spend any time reading about retirement, and you will run into the same frightening headline over and over: You need...

Interesting Things to Know6 days ago

Your Hands Are Irreplaceable

Think about everything you did with your hands today before you even got to work. You turned off an alarm....

Historically Speaking7 days ago

Constitution 101: Commerce Clause, Part II

Last month, I wrote that while Article I, Section 8, Clause 3 of our Constitution, known as the Commerce Clause,...

Business7 days ago

Is AI a Magic Wand That Creates Good — or Evil?

Artificial intelligence is moving through the business world at stunning speed. It is writing reports, building schedules, answering customer questions,...

Punditry & Prose1 week ago

Too English to Be True: A Magical Moment Sets the Tone for Front Royal’s Continued Celebration of 250 Years of Independence

What G.K. Chesterton might have called “too English to be true”, a phrase that originates from his celebration of all...

Health1 week ago

Daily Habits Can Help Support Mental Health

Most people know how to care for their physical health. They brush their teeth, wash their hands, go to checkups,...

Interesting Things to Know1 week ago

The Quiet Cost of Expensive Subscriptions

It starts with a free trial. A movie service for one show. A fitness app for January. A photo storage...

Historically Speaking1 week ago

Presidential Assassination Attempts Underscore Need for National Security

On April 25, while President Trump hosted his first White House Correspondents’ Dinner, a lone gunman attempted to breach security...

Food1 week ago

No-Fuss Frozen Treats Help Families Cool Down

When the temperature climbs, relief may be only a few steps away from the freezer. Frozen treats do not have...

Health1 week ago

Night Owls May Face Higher Heart Risks, Major Study Finds

People who feel most awake and active at night may want to take a closer look at their heart health....

Interesting Things to Know1 week ago

Crown Sunday: The Hat Ladies Take Mother’s Day

There is a moment on Mother’s Day Sunday, just before service begins, when the sanctuary fills with color. Royal purple....

Business1 week ago

Impossible to Replace: The Pool Guy

You cannot Zoom into a green pool. You cannot outsource a pump replacement to Mumbai. And you definitely cannot train...

Business Growth Series2 weeks ago

Business Growth Series: Where Are People Seeing Your Business Right Now?

Most business owners believe they’re visible. But when you ask where people are actually seeing their business, the answer is...

Interesting Things to Know2 weeks ago

Electricity Doesn’t Give Second Chances on the Job Site

On construction sites, some dangers are easy to spot. Electricity is not one of them. Unlike heavy machinery or falling...