E. Wilson Morrison Elementary School, led by its student Early Act Club under the directorship of Faculty Advisors Floy Bunning...
What could be perceived as an evasion of public accountability could also be perceived as a public victory when the...
Games, food, music, duck races, butter making, old-fashioned toys, and river history will come together at Eastham Park as Warren...
“It communicates we’re open for business.” Vice-Mayor Amber Veitenthal, at a Town Council work session of May 11, identified the...
The Warren Heritage Society is inviting the community to start Wine & Craft Weekend with music, food, drinks, and a...
The caps are ready, the gowns are waiting, and Skyline High School is preparing to celebrate the Class of 2026....
Front Royal Police Department’s arrest report for the past 7 days:
This young American Black Bear cub arrived at the Center last week after being found in Frederick County trapped in...
Virginia’s elected leaders should take a serious look at joining the states that do not tax personal income. This is...
Warren County is in the sights of the data center industry. It is now apparently not “just a distraction”. I...
A Warren County grand jury returned a series of indictments during the April 2026 term in Warren County Circuit Court,...
The following is a list of highway work that may affect traffic in Warren County in the coming weeks. Scheduled...
Virginia State Police reported more than $2.4 million in seized narcotics during ongoing crime suppression operations across the Commonwealth from...
Some of the greatest threats to wildlife are the ones most people never see. Earlier this month, two immature Bald...
As Memorial Day weekend approaches and families begin planning trips to pools, lakes, rivers, and beaches, National Learn to Swim...
Front Royal Police Department’s arrest report for the past 7 days:
There’s no doubt that police officers must keep in good physical condition to do their jobs effectively. But, beyond a...
Two longtime leaders in Virginia harness racing were honored Saturday at Shenandoah Downs during the first “Wall of Colors” ceremony...
A new feature-length concert film is putting Shenandoah Valley musicians on the big screen. StreetWise Studios will premiere its first...
Royal Examiner reached out to Family Fun Day organizer, self-referenced as Crazy Wyllie of C&C Frozen Treats, who, with wife...
Shenandoah River State Park is inviting children to spend part of their summer outdoors through its 2026 Junior Ranger Camp...
Warren Coalition is inviting the community to come hungry, bring a sense of humor, and support local programs at its...
Save the date for our annual gala, Wild Night at the Museum, one of the most meaningful (and fun) nights...
The Virginia Museum of the Civil War will mark the 162nd anniversary of the Battle of New Market with a...
Warren County High School’s auditorium filled with anticipation as seniors, families, and community members gathered to celebrate one of the...
Shenandoah University will welcome one of popular music’s most enduring performers this summer when Paul Anka brings “Paul Anka: A...
Local organizations and residents will have an opportunity to connect at an upcoming Resource Fair hosted by the Warren County...
The Warren County High School Class of 2026 graduation ceremony will be live-streamed on the Royal Examiner on May 21,...
The Skyline High School Class of 2026 graduation ceremony will be live-streamed on the Royal Examiner on May 20, 2026,...
A local rivalry takes center stage as Warren County High School faces Skyline High School in varsity baseball at Bing...
What I expected to be a routine Warren County Planning Commission meeting changed quickly when I entered the chamber and...
Friday’s unprecedented Virginia Supreme Court decision that nullified a Democratic-led statewide referendum for an extraordinary, brazenly partisan, mid-decade reapportionment should...
On April 27, while Gov. Abigail Spanberger was in Roanoke signing twelve bipartisan workforce bills at her hundred-day mark, a...
This week is Teacher Appreciation Week across the nation, with Tuesday, May 5th, recognized as National Teacher Appreciation Day. As...
Many years ago, this was a hit song that described the social changes influencing our lives, written by Bob Dylan...
The other day, I saw, for the first time, off Happy Creek Road, where all the trees have been cut...
Michael David Oligny, 66, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, while visiting family in Texas....
Theodore Alan “Theo” Nickens, 75, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at his home. A...
Allesha Ray Moore, 32, of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, passed away on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at her home. A...
Gary Richard Burke Sr., 73, of Bentonville, Virginia, passed away on Friday, May 15, 2026, peacefully at his home surrounded...
Joyce Grove Smeltzer, 88, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away on Monday, May 11, 2026, at St. Anne’s Loving Arms...
Madeline A. Senter, 87, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family on...
Rose Marie Turner, 76, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away on Monday, May 11, 2026, at Winchester Medical Center. A...
Kent Louis Gagnon, 62, passed on May 9, 2026, at Heritage Hall – Front Royal in Front Royal, VA. He...
Jennifer Lee “Jenni” Groom, 64, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at her home. A...
A beautiful garden does not need to rely on one style, color, or texture. In fact, some of the most...
Scented candles can make a room feel warm, cozy, and inviting. They can add a pleasant fragrance, create a calming...
Doctors should begin checking and treating high cholesterol earlier in adulthood, according to new guidance from the American Heart Association...
As the biggest headlines in the news continue to be political gerrymandering, I have decided the best solution is a...
As heat waves become more frequent and begin earlier in the year, drivers are being reminded to check what they...
Cycling is a low-impact activity with benefits for both the body and mind. It can improve blood circulation, support coordination...
A lobster dinner can feel like a special event, but cooking lobster at home does not have to be intimidating....
The food delivery apps make it look simple. Tap a few buttons, pick a restaurant, add fries, approve the order,...
After years of intense competition for homes, the housing market may be starting to feel different for many buyers. Not...
A common bacterium tied to gum disease may play a role in breast cancer growth, according to a new study...
Camping is not always perfect. Mosquitoes can be annoying, rain can change plans, and setting up a tent takes some...
Something about spring and cleaning just goes together. But closets and garages are not the only places that benefit from...
Virginia’s economy is showing increasing signs of strain from slower job growth, rising inflation, and weakening consumer confidence, even as...
The Commonwealth Transportation Board voted to transfer funds from construction projects and other areas to address a $193 million budget...
A five-year effort to curb drug prices through a Prescription Drug Affordability Board just faced its third veto between two...
Gov. Abigail Spanberger on Tuesday vetoed legislation that would have created Virginia’s long-delayed adult-use cannabis retail market, halting an effort...
The National Assessment of Educational Progress, the nation’s leading assessment tool, will expand in 2028, giving states, including Virginia, the...
More than 1.6 million Virginians voted to amend the Virginia Constitution and temporarily redraw congressional districts ahead of this November’s...
The U.S. Supreme Court’s decision late Friday to reject Virginia Democrats’ emergency appeal over congressional redistricting effectively ended any remaining...
The Irish Culture Society of Virginia is working to keep Irish heritage visible, meaningful, and alive across the Commonwealth through...
The bald eagle became a national symbol in 1782, appearing on the U.S. seal and government documents. But despite representing...
WASHINGTON — After voting no seven times, Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-La., flipped and cast the deciding vote to advance a...
President Donald J. Trump announced a series of new initiatives aimed at lowering costs for families, expanding access to fertility...
The Supreme Court temporarily preserved telehealth access to the abortion drug mifepristone on Thursday until an appeals court can rule...
The U.S. Supreme Court decided Thursday to preserve telehealth access to the abortion drug mifepristone until after the U.S. 5th...
WASHINGTON — The U.S. House Thursday rejected a proposal to rein in President Donald Trump’s months-long military actions in Iran...
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Senate approved a resolution Thursday that will prevent lawmakers in that chamber from receiving their paychecks...
The following is a list of highway work that may affect traffic in Warren County in the coming weeks. Scheduled...
Virginia State Police say ongoing crime suppression efforts across the Commonwealth led to the recovery of firearms and the seizure...
Front Royal Town Council candidate L. Allen Neel says Front Royal’s future will depend on smart growth, strong infrastructure planning,...
The Tuesday, May 5th, meeting of the Warren County Supervisors began at noon with a closed session. Absent from Tuesday’s...
At a May 6 work session, the Town Planning Commission covered ground that included the subdivision ordinance, a review of...
It’s time to toss the caps and cheer! Warren County High School is proudly celebrating the achievements of the Class...
Wednesday afternoon, May 6, 2026, Royal Examiner received the following press release regarding alterations to the working agreement between Warren...
This small reptile has a clever way of staying alive. Not all wildlife patients arrive with dramatic injuries. Some, like...
Warren County took part in a national effort to honor America’s founding by planting a tree rooted in history. On...
With the County Commonwealth Attorney’s Office having agreed to accept Natalie Godin’s Not Guilty by Reason of Temporary Insanity plea...
“It has been an administrative nightmare.” Planning Director Lauren Kopishke spoke frankly to the town council on May 4, emphasizing...
In Front Royal, local leaders say helping neighbors in need takes more than one program; it takes a full community...
Front Royal Police Department’s arrest report for the past 7 days:
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John’s Dream captured the $20,000 Virginia Breeders Fund aged male pace at Shenandoah Downs Saturday — one of four Breeders...
Downtown Local marked its one-year anniversary on Main Street with a ribbon-cutting ceremony that brought together community members, business leaders,...
Main Street in Front Royal transformed into a hub of creativity and community on May 2 as Main Street Geek...
Front Royal’s recent decision to raise the real estate tax rate is drawing growing attention, not just for the increase...
A birdbath may seem like a simple garden feature, but where it is placed can make all the difference. Birds...
Rodents may be small, but they can create big problems in barns, sheds, feed rooms, and other farm buildings. Mice...
So far this year, gerrymandering has been one of the dominant stories, as both sides do everything within their power...
Most people understand stamp collecting or coin collecting. Those hobbies are familiar, organized, and easy to explain. But the world...
For people who stutter, finding the right help has not always been simple. The challenge is not only medical. It...
Word-of-mouth is powerful. But it’s not enough. Too many businesses rely on referrals as their primary source of growth. And...
Mental Health Month is often a time to talk about stress, anxiety, depression, therapy, and self-care. Those conversations matter. But...
A collection can take years to build and only days to disappear. Maybe it is Depression glass, military patches, coins,...
For many older adults, staying safe at home starts with two simple steps: checking vision and checking the house. A...
Anyone who plays games on a phone or tablet has likely seen them: ads aimed at older adults promising fast...
It started, as these things often do, with a hole in the ceiling and a raccoon making poor choices. In...
Two new research analyses have found that cannabis does not appear to be an effective treatment for anxiety, depression, or...
Spend any time reading about retirement, and you will run into the same frightening headline over and over: You need...
Think about everything you did with your hands today before you even got to work. You turned off an alarm....
Last month, I wrote that while Article I, Section 8, Clause 3 of our Constitution, known as the Commerce Clause,...
Artificial intelligence is moving through the business world at stunning speed. It is writing reports, building schedules, answering customer questions,...
What G.K. Chesterton might have called “too English to be true”, a phrase that originates from his celebration of all...
Most people know how to care for their physical health. They brush their teeth, wash their hands, go to checkups,...
