Buying meat directly from a farmer has been around as long as farming, but these days, the grocery store is about as close as most people...
In this edition of Town Talk, our publisher Mike McCool speaks with Chuck Brome and Rick Logan from the South Warren Ruritan Club. On Saturday, April...
You know the importance of preparing a winter emergency kit for your car, but what about a spring kit? Hot weather can be hard on your...
Reviews and testimonials are essential to doing business in the modern world. In today’s competitive labor market, conducting an exit interview is your opportunity to learn...
Gov. Glenn Youngkin is recommending changes to a pending state law that would exempt some non-intoxicating CBD products from strict new regulations on the sale of...
This story is being published through a partnership between the Mercury and the Medill News Service. Tricia Obester, an elementary school teacher and mother of a...
Kelly Michelle Cain, 54, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away at her home on Monday, March 27, 2023. A graveside service will be held on Monday,...
Raymond Scott McDonald, 73, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, March 27, 2023. A funeral service will be held on Friday,...
Marylou M. Hodges died at her home in Albuquerque on Saturday afternoon, March 18, 2023. She was 95. Marylou was born in Limeton, Virginia, on October...
In this town talk, our publisher Mike McCool speaks with Michal Ashby and Erin Rooney from Samuels Public Library. Michal is the Youth Services Supervisor, and...
If you’re an antique lover, a bargain hunter looking to upgrade your home, or just interested in unique finds, an estate sale might be a great...
Dental fluorosis is a condition that changes the appearance of tooth enamel. It occurs when children consume too much fluoride while their teeth develop under the...
An investigation into the solicitation of minors in the Warren County/Front Royal area was initiated by Front Royal Police detectives on March 20, 2023. The detectives...
On March 27, 2023, Governor Glenn Youngkin signed key pieces of legislation that will help support Virginians with developmental disabilities and their families obtain the support...
Early spring is a good time to replace bike parts that may be worn out so you can start the new season with critical components in...
Maybell Smoot, 86, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away on Friday, March 24, 2023, at the Blue Ridge Inpatient Care Center in Winchester. A funeral service...
Staying active is a great way to live longer and improve your quality of life. Here are four tips for staying fit and healthy while living...
Despite the continuing shift in production to larger farms in the United States, the contribution of small family farms is still considerable. According to the USDA,...
Are you interested in pharmacy work and wondering if you need a diploma? The answer is: yes and no. It depends on the position you want....
Janice Lucille Sode of Front Royal, VA, was welcomed into the loving arms of her Saviour on March 15, 2023, with her family at her side....
Gardening can seem intimidating for first-timers. Here are a handful of vegetables you can easily grow without much experience. 1. Carrots are hardy and grow well...
After four years, the reddish Martian dust that coated the surface of the Insight lander won, as NASA engineers had expected all along. The grit built...
Although flying is the fastest way to get from point A to point B, it’s highly energy-intensive and emits polluting fossil fuels into the air. Here...
How much do you know about niacinamide? This gentle ingredient offers many benefits for your skin and your overall health. Also known as nicotinamide, niacinamide is...
Employers traditionally consider soft skills, like adaptability and resilience, desirable but lower priority than role-specific hard skills. However, as demands for specialized expertise shift ever-increasingly, those...
Laurel Ridge Community College leaders, employees, and instructors were joined by elected officials, industry partners, economic development representatives, chamber of commerce members, and private donors Friday...
The Jig ‘n’ Jive’s annual Pot o’ Gold Hunt brings joy and excitement to the community once again. We’re thrilled to announce the lucky winners of...
To ensure a productive harvest, gardeners in northern climates must start certain vegetable seedlings indoors four to eight weeks before the last frost. Here are a...
They look exotic, like butterflies and ballerinas. They have faces like monkeys, figures like humans, or long trails of petals like hair. They smell like nothing...
Ever wonder why drops of water fall from the sky? Here’s an explanation. The sun heats large bodies of water like seas, lakes, and rivers, causing...