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Community Events4 days ago

Mead Mile Takes a Turn Towards Youth-Oriented Community Nonprofit ‘Reaching Out Now’ for 2026 Event Fundraising

On Saturday, November 7th, the third annual “Mead Mile” fundraising event previously contributing to “Movember”, a national mens health awareness...

Community Events4 days ago

Cars Changing Lives Car Show Breaks Attendance Record as Organization Nears 100th Vehicle Giveaway

From vintage Fords and classic Corvettes to sleek European sports cars and beautifully restored pickup trucks, the Warren County Fairgrounds...

Local News5 days ago

Their Military Service Ended, But Their Commitment to Serving Others Never Did

When we think about Veterans Day, we often picture military uniforms, American flags, solemn ceremonies, and the men and women...

Local Government6 days ago

Front Royal Calls for Voluntary Water Conservation as Shenandoah River Levels Drop Again

The Town of Front Royal is once again asking residents and businesses to conserve water after declining flows in the...

Community Events6 days ago

Salvation Army Kicks Off Red Kettle Campaign in Front Royal, Calling on Community to Ring the Bell

The sound of ringing bells marked the official start of the Christmas giving season in Front Royal on Saturday, November...

Community Events1 week ago

Reaching Out Now Brings Back the Old-Fashioned Telethon With a Modern Twist for Giving Tuesday

Remember the days when television telethons brought communities together, with celebrities answering phones, entertainers performing, and donations lighting up the...

Local News That Connects You to the Pulse of Our Community

Crime/Court2 hours ago

New Facebook Online Post of Supervisor Carter RSW Jail Booking Relates to Earlier Plea Agreement Terms

Earlier this week Royal Examiner was forwarded an online post from a Facebook website “BustedNewspaper” narrowed down to “RSW Regional...

Community Events1 day ago

251st Marine Corps Birthday Celebrated by Service Members, Local Leaders, and Wider Community at On Cue Sports Bar & Grill

On November 10, the On Cue restaurant on Main Street welcomed a crowd of military service members, local leaders, and...

Local News3 days ago

Blue Ridge Wildlife Center Patient of the Week: Canada Goose

What can one sick Canada Goose tell us about the health of wildlife, domestic animals, and even people? Quite a...

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Arrest Logs3 days ago

POLICE: 7 Day FRPD Arrest Report 11/9/2026

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

Local News4 days ago

Nationwide Emergency Alert Test Set for November 17: What to Expect on Your TV and Radio

If you’re watching television or listening to the radio on Tuesday afternoon, November 17, don’t be surprised when your program...

Local News4 days ago

Would You Drive With Your Eyes Closed? Virginia DMV Launches Powerful New Distracted Driving Campaign

Would you close your eyes for five seconds while driving down the highway? Most drivers would never consider doing something...

Local News6 days ago

After 164 Years, Young Civil War Soldier Finally Laid to Rest at Arlington National Cemetery

For 164 years, he lay beneath the Virginia soil, far from home, his name forgotten by history. He was little...

Local News1 week ago

VDOT: Warren County Traffic Alert for Nov. 9 – 13, 2026

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

Local News1 week ago

Virginia Changes Driver’s License Requirements for Young Adults Starting January 1

Young adults planning to get their first driver’s license in Virginia will face new requirements beginning January 1, 2027. Under...

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

Community Events2 days ago

Izaak Walton League’s Final Kid Saturday of 2026 Brings Holiday Crafts and Family Fun to Bentonville

Children will have a chance to get creative and make something special for family and friends at the Warren County...

Community Events3 days ago

This Week’s Showtimes at Royal Cinemas as of November 12th

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

Community Events4 days ago

Samuels Public Library Holiday Open House Brings Santa, Mini Alpaca, and New Youth Gift Market December 12

Christmas cheer is coming to Samuels Public Library, and this year’s celebration includes a few surprises — including a miniature...

Community Events1 week ago

Every Ring Helps a Neighbor: Front Royal Salvation Army Kicks Off Red Kettle Campaign on November 7

The familiar sound of Salvation Army bells will soon return to Front Royal, signaling the beginning of a holiday tradition...

Community Events1 week ago

This Week’s Showtimes at Royal Cinemas as of November 5th

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

Community Events1 week ago

Master Gardeners Invite Public to November 14 Symposium on Birds, Native Plants, and Healthy Gardens

Gardening is about more than growing flowers and vegetables. The plants people choose can provide food for birds, support pollinators,...

Community Events2 weeks ago

Costumes, Candy and Community Spirit Fill Downtown Front Royal for Hometown Halloween

Downtown Front Royal was filled with little ghosts, superheroes, princesses, skeletons, and a few unusual creatures Saturday afternoon, October 31,...

Community Events2 weeks ago

Art Meets Cinema as Melissa Ichiuji Studio Gallery Launches “Wet Wednesdays” Film Series in Front Royal

Water has long inspired artists and storytellers, from the flowing waters of the Shenandoah River to the great waterways of...

Community Events2 weeks ago

Virginia War Memorial to Host 70th Annual Veterans Day Ceremony November 11

The Virginia War Memorial will host the 70th Annual Commonwealth’s Veterans Day Ceremony on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at 11...

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Obituaries: Keeping the Spirit of Loved Ones Alive Through Remembrance

Obituaries29 minutes ago

Joyce Catherine Harman (1955 – 2026)

Joyce Catherine Harman, DMV, MRCVS, FACVBM, 71, of Flint Hill, Virginia, passed away at her home on Wednesday, November 5,...

Obituaries2 hours ago

Charles Edison Clatterbuck (1937 – 2026)

Charles Edison Clatterbuck, 89, of Strasburg, Virginia, passed away on Thursday, November 12, 2026, at his daughter’s home. A graveside...

Obituaries2 hours ago

Richard Lee “Richie” Woodard (1967 – 2026)

Richard Lee “Richie” Woodard, 59, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at Blue Ridge Care...

Obituaries9 hours ago

Daniel Lee Thomas (1954 – 2026)

Daniel Lee Thomas, 71, of Linden, Virginia, passed away on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at Winchester Medical Center. A funeral...

Obituaries2 days ago

Gary Brent Sullins (1959 – 2026)

Gary Brent Sullins, 66, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away on Tuesday, November 10, 2026. A celebration of his life...

Obituaries2 days ago

Kenneth Leroy “Kenny” Corbin (1962 – 2026)

Kenneth Leroy “Kenny” Corbin, 64, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away on Monday, November 9, 2026, at home, surrounded by...

Obituaries4 days ago

Kathy McDonald Butler (1973 – 2026)

Kathy McDonald Butler, 53, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at Winchester Medical Center. Kathy...

Obituaries6 days ago

Charles Frederick “Chucki” Henry II (1963 – 2026)

Charles Frederick “Chucki” Henry II, 63, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at Blue Ridge...

Obituaries1 week ago

Myrtland Hugh “Myrt” Haden (1939 – 2026)

Myrtland Hugh “Myrt” Haden, 87, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, November 2, 2026.  His...

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

Business Growth Series9 hours ago

Business Growth Series: Low Energy Is Costing You Business

Energy isn’t just personal. It’s business-critical. If you’re tired, distracted, or running on empty, it shows up in how your...

Interesting Things to Know11 hours ago

Police Body Camera Videos Are Drawing Billions of Views. But Who Pays the Price?

Imagine the worst moment of your life. Maybe you drank too much. Maybe you lost your temper during an argument....

Health12 hours ago

Five Things to Check Before Choosing Your 2027 Medicare Coverage

Even if you’re happy with your current Medicare coverage, taking time to review next year’s changes could help you avoid...

Historically Speaking1 day ago

A True Hero

Over the many years of writing this column, I have talked about several different athletes and coaches whom I admire....

Mature Living1 day ago

Struggling to Sleep as You Get Older? UVA Researchers Find Online Therapy Can Help

You go to bed feeling tired, hoping for a good night’s sleep. But instead of drifting off, you find yourself...

Health2 days ago

This Year’s Flu Shot Has Been Updated After a Tough Flu Season. Here’s What You Should Know

If you haven’t gotten your flu shot yet this fall, there’s still time to protect yourself before influenza season reaches...

Interesting Things to Know2 days ago

A New Reason to Take Your Phone on the Dog Walk: Discover the Birds Singing Around You

The bright red cardinal sitting in your backyard is a bit of a loudmouth. That tiny Carolina wren hiding in...

Health2 days ago

A Cancer Vaccine Made for One Patient at a Time Shows Promise Against Melanoma

What if doctors could take a sample of your cancer, study its unique genetic makeup, and create a vaccine designed...

Food3 days ago

Jest a Moment: Great Unheralded Moments in Food History

November isn’t just about turkeys. According to various websites that compile lists of national food celebrations, it’s also Banana Pudding...

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

State News3 hours ago

Virginia Runs $394 Million Ahead of Revenue Forecast Through October

Virginia collected $141 million more in general fund revenue than expected in October, putting the state $394 million ahead of...

State News3 hours ago

Five Virginia Members of Congress Demand State Regulators Deny Dominion-NextEra Merger

Five sitting members of Congress representing most of Northern and Eastern Virginia wrote to the State Corporation Commission that, concerning...

State News3 hours ago

Virginia Crime Panel Recommends Tougher Penalties for License Plate Reader Misuse, Stops Short of Ban

New recommendations from the Virginia Crime Commission on governing automatic license plate readers will likely spark debate when lawmakers convene...

State News1 day ago

In Hanover County, Environmental Groups Rally for Statewide Data Center Moratorium

A united front of environmental groups representing all corners of the commonwealth on Wednesday in Hanover urged the state government...

State News1 day ago

Microplastics in the Chesapeake: Report Finds Contaminants in Virginia, Maryland waterways

A small-scale study from the advocacy group Environment America found evidence of microplastics throughout the Chesapeake Bay watershed, the group...

State News2 days ago

Spanberger, Virginia Democrats Pitch Medical Debt Relief, Data Center Limits for 2027

Gov. Abigail Spanberger and Virginia’s top Democrats unveiled their 2027 legislative agenda Tuesday, proposing medical debt relief, limits on classroom...

State News2 days ago

Gun Violence Prevention Programs Saved Virginia Hospitals More than $100 Million

Hospital-based violence intervention programs across Virginia have served nearly 10,000 patients since 2019 and helped avoid an estimated $101.8 million...

State News2 days ago

Three Roadside Workers Killed in Virginia as Officials Urge Drivers to Slow Down and Move Over

Three roadside workers have lost their lives on Virginia highways since 2023, including one killed in September 2026, prompting state...

State News3 days ago

Virginia Elected a Woman Governor. The State Constitution Still Says ‘He’

Virginia has its first woman governor, but its constitution still describes the office as a man’s job. Abigail Spanberger’s election...

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

Local News1 week ago

Scouting for Food Returns November 7 and 14 to Help Feed Families Across the Shenandoah Valley

Residents across the Shenandoah Valley will have an opportunity to help feed local families when Scouting America’s annual Scouting for...

Local News1 week ago

Front Royal Named 2026 Top Adventure Town by Blue Ridge Outdoors Magazine

Front Royal has earned a new distinction, and this time, outdoor enthusiasts across the region are behind the recognition. Blue...

Local Government1 week ago

County Supervisors Get Overview of Inland Port Benefits, Review Town/County MOU on Future Tourism Initiatives

On Wednesday, November 4, the Warren County Board of Supervisors faced a three-pronged schedule, beginning with Closed Session at 11:30...

Local News1 week ago

Front Royal High School Seniors Can Apply for $3,000 Electric Utility Scholarship

Graduating high school seniors in Front Royal can receive $3,000 toward college or technical school through a scholarship program offered...

Local Government1 week ago

Retaining Wall Variance Under Close Scrutiny at Town Planning Commission Work Session

According to an AI overview, a retaining wall’s height directly dictates the lateral earth pressure, structural requirements, and legal compliance...

Local Government1 week ago

Warren County Schools to End Parent Walk-Ins During Morning Drop-Off Beginning January 6

Beginning January 6, 2027, parents and guardians in Warren County Public Schools will no longer be permitted to walk their...

Local Government1 week ago

Warren County Schools Unveils Five-Year Strategic Plan, But Board Members Want Building Maintenance and Academic Results Added

Warren County Public Schools has unveiled a proposed five-year strategic plan designed to improve student achievement, strengthen school safety, expand...

Local Government1 week ago

Warren County Schools Outlines Fast-Track Plan for E. Wilson Morrison Structural Investigation

Warren County Public Schools is moving toward selecting an engineering firm to investigate the structural problems that forced E. Wilson...

Local News1 week ago

The Courage to Begin: Browntown Songwriter Roger Tomhave Earns National Recognition for Inspirational Song

Browntown may be a small community nestled in Warren County’s scenic Gooney Valley, but one resident is making a name...

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

Interesting Things to Know3 days ago

That Flashing Orange Hand Doesn’t Mean Run: What Pedestrian Signals Really Mean

You’re halfway across the street when the white walking figure disappears, and an orange hand begins flashing. Maybe there’s a...

Food4 days ago

The Secret to Perfect Snickerdoodles?

Soft, chewy, and coated in cinnamon sugar, this classic cookie gets its signature flavor and crackled top from one often-overlooked...

Health4 days ago

UVA Researchers Develop Powerful AI Tool to Help Unlock Causes of Disease and Speed New Treatments

Scientists at the University of Virginia School of Medicine have developed a new artificial intelligence tool that could help researchers...

Health4 days ago

The Childhood Illness That Looks Like Slapped Cheeks: What Parents Should Know About Fifth Disease

Your child comes home from school with bright red cheeks. At first, you might think they’ve been playing outside in...

Interesting Things to Know5 days ago

Unmarked Police Car Pulling You Over? Here’s What Drivers Should Know

You’re driving along a dark stretch of highway when flashing lights suddenly appear in your rearview mirror. You slow down,...

Interesting Things to Know6 days ago

Route 66 Turns 100: The Highway That Became America’s Mother Road

A century ago, a new highway designation helped change how Americans traveled, worked, and explored their country. On November 11,...

Historically Speaking6 days ago

Constitution 101: Intellectual Property Clause

As a professor, one of the most important things I own is my ideas. I spend way too much time...

Health6 days ago

The Cheapest Medicare Plan Could Cost You More: Three Things to Check Before December 7

A Medicare plan with a $0 monthly premium sounds like a bargain. But what happens when you discover that one...

Interesting Things to Know7 days ago

Can Sound Waves Put Out a House Fire? Startup Says Its Technology Could Replace Sprinklers

Imagine a fire starting inside your home. Instead of water pouring from overhead sprinklers, an automatic system detects the flames...

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

Local News1 week ago

Blue Ridge Wildlife Center Patient of the Week: North American River Otter

Last week, a North American River Otter arrived at Blue Ridge Wildlife Center after being attacked by a dog. With...

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Arrest Logs1 week ago

POLICE: 7 Day FRPD Arrest Report 11/2/2026

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

Local News1 week ago

Front Royal Incumbents Lead Election Results as Warren County Rejects All Three Constitutional Amendments

Front Royal voters favored familiar faces in Tuesday’s November 3 general election, with Mayor Lori Athey Cockrell and three incumbent...

Local News1 week ago

Ever Wonder How Front Royal Runs? Citizens Academy Opens Applications for New Class

Ever wonder what happens behind the scenes to keep Front Royal running? How does the Town deliver electricity to homes...

Local News2 weeks ago

Oops All Berries Takes Spotlight in Virginia Breeders Fund “Day of Champions” Card at Shenandoah Downs 

Janet Davis’s Oops All Berries captured the $116,750 Virginia Breeders Fund 2-Year-Old Filly Pace at Shenandoah Downs Saturday, shattering the...

Local News2 weeks ago

Leslie Fox Keyser Elementary School Students Celebrate Heroes Day at the End of Red Ribbon Week

According to Warren County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Henry Molina, October 30 was a day dedicated to building trust with students...

Local News2 weeks ago

VDOT: Warren County Traffic Alert for Nov. 2 – 6, 2026

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

EDA in Focus2 weeks ago

Federal Judge Elizabeth Dillon Takes McDonald New Trial Motion’s Arguments Under Consideration After Friday Hearing

Arguments were heard in Harrisonburg Federal Court Friday morning on former Front Royal/Warren County Economic Development Authority Executive Director Jennifer...

Local News2 weeks ago

Virginia State Police Report Nearly $396,000 in Drug Seizures During Weeklong Operations

Virginia State Police reported seizing drugs representing an estimated $395,886 in denied revenue to criminal enterprises during a week of...

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Business Growth Series1 week ago

Business Growth Series: Clear Thinking Leads to More Customers

Most businesses focus on doing more. More tasks. More effort. More hours. But growth doesn’t come from doing more. It...

Interesting Things to Know1 week ago

A Boy, a Marine, and a Christmas Wish List: The 1997 Toys for Tots Commercial Still Touches Hearts

Sometimes, the most powerful Christmas messages need very few words. In 1997, the United States Marine Corps released a 30-second...

Health1 week ago

Forgetfulness or Alzheimer’s? Warning Signs Families Shouldn’t Ignore

You walk into a room and forget why you went there. You can’t remember where you put your keys. Or...

Interesting Things to Know1 week ago

Pulled Over by Police? Why You Shouldn’t Reach for Your License Right Away

Flashing blue lights appear in your rearview mirror. You signal, pull over, and reach into the glove compartment for your...

Mature Living1 week ago

Staying Strong After 50: How Movement Specialists Can Help You Stay Active and Independent

Getting older doesn’t necessarily mean slowing down. But for many adults, the activities that once seemed effortless can gradually become...

Home1 week ago

Does a Second Paycheck Really Pay? Why Earning More Doesn’t Always Mean Keeping More

An extra paycheck sounds like an easy way to improve a household’s finances. More money coming in should mean more...

Interesting Things to Know1 week ago

Your Will May Not Decide Who Gets Your Money: One Overlooked Form Could Change Everything

You spent time preparing a will, carefully deciding who should inherit your money and property. You may even have worked...

Scott's Turn1 week ago

Why Some Small Towns Become Destinations (and Others Don’t)

Every small town wants to be a destination. We want visitors walking our streets, shopping in our stores, eating in...

Historically Speaking1 week ago

Israel: Through World War I

As I’ve discussed over the past month, everything we know today about rightful control of Israel came to a head...

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Interesting Things to Know2 weeks ago

You May Be Paying Too Much for Prescriptions: One Question at the Pharmacy Could Save You Money

The next time you pick up a prescription, there is one simple question worth asking your pharmacist: “How much would...

Health2 weeks ago

Lung Cancer Often Has No Early Warning Signs: UVA Health Expert Urges Virginians to Get Screened

A persistent cough. A little shortness of breath. Losing weight without trying. These symptoms may seem harmless or easy to...

Interesting Things to Know2 weeks ago

Girl Scout Cookie Season Is Going to the Dogs in 2027

Girl Scout cookie season has long been a favorite tradition for families, but in 2027, even the family dog will...

Interesting Things to Know2 weeks ago

Ask Stewart: Why Is Front Royal a Tree City USA?

Hi Stewart, I see signs around town saying that Front Royal is a Tree City. What does that mean? Debbie...

Interesting Things to Know2 weeks ago

A Fallen Tree in Washington, D.C., Becomes an Unlikely Memorial

After a powerful storm destroyed a beloved shade tree in Dupont Circle, neighbors began leaving heartfelt letters of thanks, memories,...

Jefferson Forum2 weeks ago

Reforming Virginia’s School Funding Formula an Idea Whose Time Has Come

For nearly two decades, Chris Braunlich and the Jefferson Forum’s predecessor, the Thomas Jefferson Institute, have advocated for replacing Virginia’s complicated,...

Historically Speaking2 weeks ago

Israel: Zionism and Nationalism

I hope that over the last month or so, I have been able to show just how complicated the region...

Interesting Things to Know2 weeks ago

A Houseplant That Glows Without a Light Bulb

It looks like an ordinary white petunia during the day. Turn out the lights and the plant changes. Its flowers...

Business Growth Series2 weeks ago

Business Growth Series: Stress Is Slowing Your Business Down

Most business owners don’t think of stress as a business problem. But it is. Because stress doesn’t just affect how...

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Paws & Claws2 weeks ago

Your Child Really Wants A Pet. How Do You Choose The Right One?

“Can we get a pet?” For parents, those five words can begin weeks — or years — of negotiations. The...

Interesting Things to Know2 weeks ago

New Floating Metal Keeps Coming Back Up — Even After It Is Damaged

Engineers at the University of Rochester have created an aluminum structure with an unusual ability. Put holes in it and...

Interesting Things to Know2 weeks ago

Clocks Fall Back Sunday, but Will Americans Ever Stop Changing the Time?

Most Virginians will gain an extra hour overnight this weekend when daylight saving time ends at 2 a.m. Sunday, November...

Interesting Things to Know2 weeks ago

Birthdays: Does a Celebrity Share Your Birthday?

Ever wonder which famous face shares your birthday? Each day brings a new lineup of actors, musicians, athletes, and other...

Interesting Things to Know2 weeks ago

Why National Magic Day Falls On Halloween

Halloween already has costumes, disappearing candy, and plenty of tricks, so National Magic Day might seem like a natural fit...

Automotive2 weeks ago

What To Do When You See a Dangerous Driver

The car ahead drifts across the center line. A few seconds later, it jerks back into its lane. Then it...

Health2 weeks ago

Candy Season Lasts Longer Than Halloween Night

Halloween may get the blame for the annual sugar rush, but one night of trick-or-treating isn’t necessarily the biggest challenge....

Interesting Things to Know2 weeks ago

The Property Tax Bill You Can Fight Is Not The One In Your Hand Now

The property tax envelope that will most likely get your attention may arrive too late to do much about it....

Interesting Things to Know2 weeks ago

Orcas Have Fads. One Of Them Is Wrecking Boat Rudders

In the summer of 1987, a female killer whale in Puget Sound started doing something peculiar. She swam around with...