FY-23 Budget, ACA accreditation costs, and 18 to 21-year-old hirings dominate RSW Jail Authority Meeting discussion
Summer Reading Club returns to Samuels Public Library
Front Royal/Warren County Ministerial Association presents Baccalaureate Service-Warren County High School-Skyline High School
Shenandoah University to host Veterans Community Engagement Forum
April Petty awaits Judge’s decision on motion to dismiss EDA civil case seeking return of $125,000 received from Jennifer McDonald during 2016 home sale process
Supervisors approve 20-day extension on deadline to pay first installment of certain County Taxes
Town Council reviews $25 million in infrastructure improvements, recognizes scholarship awardees
Farms POSF board members, supporters ask supervisors hard questions on Sanitary District management transfer strategy
Town Planning Commission considers short-term tourist rentals, zoning for possible data center, asserts responsibility for Comp Plan
Town hold first public input on Comprehensive Plan re-write, second on Saturday, May 21st
Town Talk: A conversation with Michelle Ross and Erin Rooney, Samuels Public Library
Town Talk: A conversation with Donna Settle, Alex Bigels – Front Royal Cardinals
Town Talk: A conversation with Andréa Ross, Warren County Habitat for Humanity – Gospel Music Fesitival June 4th
Town Talk: A conversation with Sgts Terry Fritts and Cindy Burke – WCSO Community Events
Town Talk: A conversation with Melody Hotek, Warren County Tree Stewards, and Lisa Schwartz, Beautification Committee of Front Royal
Hometown Faces: Meet Scott Reid
Hometown Faces: Meet Suzanne Silek
Hometown Faces: Meet John Marlow
Hometown Faces: Meet Harry Bowen – soon to be 100
WATCH: Faces of Our Valley – Selah Theatre Project, Glory Bea!
Meet the Candidates: Merritt Hale, US Congress, 6th District
Lance Allen announces candidacy for Virginia’s First Senate District
Meet the Candidates: Robert Hupman announces for Virginia Senate seat in new District 1
Town Talk: A conversation with Bruce Rappaport, candidate for Front Royal Town Council
Town Talk: A conversation with Amber Morris, candidate for Front Royal Town Council
Sons of the American Revolution conduct medal presentation ceremony
House of Hope will be selling home baked treats on June 3rd
This week’s showtimes at Royal Cinemas as of May 26th
Winchester SPCA is celebrating Adopt a Cat Month
Children activities by Samuels Public Library for the month of June
April Petty awaits Judge’s decision on motion to dismiss EDA civil case seeking return of $125,000 received from Jennifer McDonald during 2016 home sale process
Joint motion to continue Luckey hearing toward what – trial date or plea agreement? RSW fatal overdose hearings also continued
POSF Inc. ruled subject to FOIA law in Chappell-White civil suit – ‘However’ evidence lacking for finding of violations
Florida man arrested in possible Front Royal human trafficking case involving minor
Winchester man arrested for Second Degree Murder following early morning shooting
POLICE: 7 Day FRPD Arrest Report 5/23/2022
POLICE: 7 Day FRPD Arrest Report 5/16/2022
POLICE: 7 Day FRPD Arrest Report 5/9/2022
POLICE: 7 Day FRPD Arrest Report 5/2/2022
POLICE: 7 Day FRPD Arrest Report 4/25/2022
Legal Notice: Hydroelectric application has been filed with the Commission and is available for public inspection
EDA: Request for Qualifications for the provision of debt collection legal services
EDA: Invitation to bid; roof replacement
Special Commissioners Sale Saturday, October 5, 2019: Two adjoining tracts 42 & 41 acres
Town Notice: Curb & Gutter Project
Townwide line painting and thermoplastic for crosswalks, stop bars, and arrows will begin May 17th
No yard waste collection, public works office closed – May 18, 2022
Town Notice: Road Closure – Chester Street and Laurel Virginia Hale – May 9 – 11
Town Notice: Road closures – sewer repairs
April Petty awaits Judge’s decision on motion to dismiss EDA civil case seeking return of $125,000 received from Jennifer McDonald during 2016 home sale process
WC EDA explores property sales, LFCC intern program, and meeting notification updates
WC EDA takes no action out of Special Meeting Closed Session
Watch: Royal Examiner video of WC EDA monthly meeting of February 2022
Two adults in the room: Following Thursday meetings County and Town EDA boards move toward coordinated efforts
Little civil consequence of more criminal prosecution delays in EDA case
County Supervisors change November meeting date – stay mum on Closed Session EDA litigation discussion
‘Ghosts of EDA Loans Past’ come back to haunt county supervisors
EDA gets McDonald company property as part of settlement agreement
EDA Finance Committee scrutinizes FY-22 Budget proposal, dynamics
Chamber welcomes Garcia & Gavino to Front Royal
Local Senior Center reopens with new location and new name
Quality Title moves to a new home in Front Royal
Grand re-opening & ribbon cutting at Royal Cinemas
NextHome Realty Select re-opens office in Front Royal
Warner leads bipartisan, bicameral group in introducing legislation to expand telehealth services
Senators introduce legislation to help first responders save money in retirement
Warner and Kaine announce $6.2 million in federal funding for Virginia college readiness programs
Warner & Kaine statement on bipartisan bill commemorate Moton Museum in Farmville becoming law
U.S. Senator Mark Warner: Senate’s failure to pass the Women’s Health Protection Act
LFCC President Kim Blosser awarded technology leadership award
Virginia Department of Veterans Services to host Memorial Day ceremonies across the Commonwealth on May 30
Port of Virginia secures all necessary federal investment for making Virginia the US east coast’s deepest port
Laurel Ridge partners with Opportunity Scholars to bring more education and career training opportunities to students
Fauquier Health names Amanda O’Neill as 2022 Mercy Award Winner
Governor signs 23 additional bills into law, bringing total to more than 800 bills signed from the 2022 General Assembly Session
Free summer early learning opportunity available for rising kindergarten students
Virginia conducts first interment for reservist after passage of the Burial Equity for Guards and Reserves Act
“Kick-off to Summer” traffic expected to be heavy – motorists urged to be patient and drive distraction free
Click It or Ticket effort occurs before, during high-traffic holiday
Warren County High School Graduation – Saturday, May 28, 2022
Skyline High School Graduation – Saturday, May 28, 2022
Warren County Middle School vs Skyline Middle School – Girls Basketball, October 4, 2021
Warren County Middle School vs Frederick County Middle School – Girls Basketball, September 27, 2021
Warren County Middle School vs Daniel Morgan Middle School – Girls Basketball, September 23, 2021
Buying an older home: points to keep in mind
Virginia’s median home price jumps $100k in four years
How to spot hidden defects
Warren County Market Report for April 2022 with Jen Avery
As mortgage rates spike, Virginia’s housing market shifts
OPEN HOUSE: 159 High Point Court, Front Royal – This Saturday, April 2nd
House for sale: 159 High Point Court, Front Royal
House for sale: 104 Foam Flower, Lake Frederick
Property for sale: 425 N Royal Ave, Front Royal – Watch the tour!
House for sale: 361 Walnut Drive, Front Royal – Watch the tour!
Start your day with a smile
Start your day with a smile
Start your day with a smile
Start your day with a smile
Start your day with a smile
3 good reasons to try before you buy: new and used summer vehicles
When to buy an ATV
What police officers want you to know about policing
4 common types of EMS calls
To Censor or not to Censor, that is a Difficult Question
The Cracked Acorn: Old West
The Cracked Acorn: The Ark
The Cracked Acorn: New Day
Should I Choose Passion or Duty?
Why we should be ‘Babyish’ in Love
The School of Life: How to Stop Playing Games in Love
The School of Life: How You Can Be Too Clever
Looking Back: A Mothers Revenge – Hannah Duston
Ben Franklin and his miraculous lightning rod
The Year Without A Summer : “Eighteen Hundred & Froze To Death”
America’s veterans remembered and honored for their service across the years
How much do you know about Veterans Day?
5 meaningful ways to celebrate Veterans Day
5 ways to celebrate Veterans Day
The 11hour of the 11th day of the 11th month – Veterans Day 2020
House of Hope will be selling home baked treats on June 3rd
FRWRC CenterStage with Joanne Cherefko, Souls Tilled Like Soil
Warren County Market Report for April 2022 with Jen Avery
Rotarian Rob Grimm receives Paul Harris Fellow +4 recognition
Pours for Polio: Karaoke and 50/50 event for End Polio Now
Community Blood Drive to be held this Wednesday, March 3rd
Santa Claus is coming to Town, Warren County!
A “COVID Christmas” message from Santa
“Wreaths Across America Day” will be celebrated December 19th
Attention cyber shoppers: Support a Warren Co. entrepreneur’s dream and buy a Jarvis Handheld Vacuum online – free shipping!
Warren Heritage Society announces the publication of their newest book, “Coming Together”
Send bracelets to quarantined residents of Commonwealth Assisted Living in Front Royal through WeAreSPACE.org
Warren’s Heritage: Native American History-Part 10
Warren’s Heritage: Native American History-Part 9
Warren’s Heritage: Native American History-Part 8
Breakfast with Barry Lee – Dishing out ample servings of positivity, humor, and community spirit.
Put purpose first to produce the highest profits
Hiring practices: 3 tips for choosing the right interview questions
Low-cost tech solutions for your business
Book review: How to to craft the story of your business
Why is Microsoft buying up game developers?
4 tips for recruiting during a labor shortage
How to minimize job-interview stress
Interview question: ‘Why did you leave your last job?’
Explore the hidden job market
This summer, cool down with a cocktail
Make the classic Reuben sandwich at home
25 foods you should always have on hand
5 tips for making mashed potatoes
Natural service vs artificial insemination
8 interesting facts about fish farming
Surgical intervention: The impacts of smoking on recovery
Should you buy glasses online?
What to do if you’ve been scratched or bitten by an animal
Does your child need orthotics?
How to choose greener toys
4 good reasons to install a natural pool
What to bring for a day of cycling
3 tips for finding love after you retire
What you should know about hematomas in the elderly
3 services offered in retirement homes
3 tips for helping visually impaired seniors remain independent
4 animals that can regrow body parts
How to prevent food poisoning in birds
“I’m not happy in a tiny tank”
5 benefits of freeze-dried cat food
What you should know before getting chickens
How to handle your pet snake
How to prepare for a solo trip
5 good reasons to book your cruise early
Car spoilers: truths and myths
4 signs your car needs a little TLC
How green are electric vehicles?
Car accessories: how to choose a cargo carrier
How Memorial Day and Veterans Day are different
How to celebrate National Nurses Month
4 ways to celebrate Mother’s Day with your grandmother
Give your partner a Mother’s Day weekend fit for royalty
Skip the diet and celebrate body diversity
It’s easy to fall in love with a beautiful ATV, powerful dirt bike, or shiny speed boat. However, before you sign on the dotted line, it’s a good idea to keep a cool head and take the vehicle for a test drive. Here are three reasons why.
1. Reality may not meet your expectations No two vehicles are the same. For instance, some have overly sensitive steering, while others have weak acceleration or a noisy engine. Therefore, make sure you try driving the vehicle to ensure it meets your expectations.
2. The vehicle may be uncomfortable to drive Some vehicles look great but are uncomfortable to drive. For example, taking the vehicle for a test run will allow you to determine if there are any undesirable features, such as overly firm seats or insufficient legroom.
3. You can gauge functionality and other details It’s important to take the vehicle for a test drive to reveal shortcomings that may only become apparent during use, such as poorly positioned gauges and hard-to-reach controls or accessories.
Finally, take your time to make the most of your test drive. After all, you’re about to spend a lot of money and want to be fully satisfied with your purchase.
If you’re unsure if an RV, ATV, or boat is right for you, try renting. This way, you can confirm your interest before you start shopping.
Are you planning on renovating your home or building a new abode? If so, have you considered the environmental impact of the construction materials? Here are five building materials you may want to consider to reduce your ecological footprint.
1. Wood is ideal for home construction because it’s weather-resistant, recyclable, renewable, and an excellent insulator. In addition, it’s readily available and easy to maintain.
2. Straw is an inexpensive insulator. In fact, it can stay in peak condition for several hundred years if kept dry. However, you must include fire protection as part of the installation.
3. Cork is a lightweight, water-repellent, and rot-proof material that’s great for insulating and soundproofing your home. It’s also resistant to insects and fungi. The only disadvantage is that it tends to be pricey.
4. Bamboo is a fast-growing grass that reaches maturity in four years. It’s a versatile material that’s suitable for flooring, furniture, insulation, and soundproofing.
5. Steel is a great building material. You don’t need to use very much to reach the same structural stability as wood. It’s even more environmentally friendly when composed of recycled resources.
You can use many other materials to renovate your home while respecting the environment. Ask an expert in your area to show you available ecological solutions.
Summer is just around the corner. Consequently, many people are thinking about purchasing an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) for working outdoors or exploring nearby trails. Here’s a look at the best time of year to buy a quad from your local dealership.
First come, first served Dealerships typically receive shipments of brand-new four-wheelers in the fall. Therefore, if you want to browse new and old models alike, autumn is the best time of year to go shopping. Moreover, since public demand decreases at this time, dealers are particularly inclined to offer discounts to stimulate sales and make room for new arrivals.
If you’ve missed this window, you may still be able to find a model that works for you. However, don’t delay. Demand increases as the summer season approach. Additionally, since the pandemic has disrupted supply chains, the model you researched online may no longer be available at your local dealership.
If you don’t find an ATV that catches your eye, consider waiting until the fall. Although you won’t enjoy quadding right away, you’ll be rewarded for your patience with a wide selection of off-road vehicles at low prices.
How much do you know about policing? Unfortunately, what many people believe about this line of work comes from television. For National Police Week, which takes place this year from May 15 to 21, here are some facts about this profession to keep in mind.
Becoming a police officer is difficult Earning a police badge is challenging. Only one out of every 100 applications is accepted for training. Many cadets won’t graduate from the academy, and more will quit during field training. The ones who make it are dedicated, intelligent individuals committed to keeping their communities safe.
Policing is inaccurately portrayed on TV Shows like CSI provide a glamorized view of police work. In real life, officers involved in shootings don’t go back to work right away, and murder cases aren’t solved in a few days. Investigations are painstakingly slow. Don’t assume that because you watch Criminal Minds, you’re aware of what happens on the job.
PTSD is a real problem More than shootings can cause post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in police officers. Horrible car crashes, violent altercations, and failed rescue attempts can all take a toll on an officer’s mental health.
Most cops never shoot anyone Watching the news may give you the impression police officers are always shooting at suspects. However, the exact opposite is true. Most officers go through their entire career without firing their weapon outside of a training range.
During National Police Week, consider the good work officers do to keep our communities safe.
National EMS Week, which takes place this year from May 15 to 21, is a time for all Americans to learn more about the lifesaving work emergency medical service (EMS) providers deliver every day. These front-line healthcare workers are trained to arrive at the scene of an emergency and deliver medical aid. Here are some of the most common types of EMS calls they face.
1. Trauma Traumatic injuries happen quickly and require immediate medical attention. They can be wounds sustained in car crashes, drownings, shootings, and falls. About 100,000 Americans die from traumatic injuries every year, and it’s the leading cause of death in the country for people under 45. However, thanks to the medical training EMS workers have, many lives are saved.
2. Abdominal pain Pain in the abdomen can be a symptom of gas, indigestion, or a pulled muscle. However, it can also be symptomatic of pancreatitis, intestinal obstruction, or appendicitis. EMS workers have the training to assess and diagnose abdominal pains on the scene.
3. Respiratory distress Determining why a patient can’t breathe properly is complicated and requires extensive medical knowledge. Respiratory distress can be caused by an allergic reaction, asthma, pneumonia, a stroke, or a drug overdose. Each scenario requires a different treatment before the patient can be safely transported to the hospital.
4. Chest pain Chest pain can be caused by a variety of conditions, including anxiety, acid reflux, pneumonia, and a heart attack. An EMS worker’s first job on a call pertaining to chest pain is to rule out the most life-threatening condition, which is cardiac arrest, then move on to other possible causes.
EMS workers face many challenges during an average shift, but their training and dedication help save lives. This year in May, be sure to show your appreciation for these medical professionals during EMS Week.
Olivia and Liam are America’s most popular baby names in 2021. Liam has been the top choice for new parents for five years in a row, and Olivia has topped the list for three years. Once again, during this unprecedented time, parents chose to stick with familiar names. Out of both Top 10 lists combined, only one name changed, with Theodore replacing Alexander in popularity. The name Theodore joins the Top 10 list for the first time–welcome to the club “Teddy!”
Here are the top 10 boys and girls names for 2021:
Acting Commissioner Kilolo Kijakazi encourages everyone to enjoy the baby names list and, while online, create a my Social Security account at www.socialsecurity.gov/myaccount.
my Social Security, born ten years ago this month, is a personalized online account people can use beginning in their working years and continuing while receiving Social Security benefits.
Over the decade, more than 69 million people have signed up and benefited from the many secure and convenient self-service options. People who set up their my Social Security account have access to additional personalized services. They can request a replacement Social Security card online if they meet certain requirements. If they already receive Social Security benefits, they can start or change direct deposit online, request a replacement SSA-1099, and if they need proof of their benefits, they can print or download a current Benefit Verification Letter from their account.
People not yet receiving benefits can use their online account to get a personalized Social Security Statement, which provides their earnings information as well as estimates of their future benefits. The portal also includes a retirement estimator and links to information about other online services, such as applications for retirement, disability, and Medicare benefits.
Social Security began compiling the baby name list in 1997, with names dating back to 1880. At the time of a child’s birth, parents supply the name to the agency when applying for a child’s Social Security card, thus making Social Security America’s source for the most popular baby names.
Each year, the list reveals the effect of pop culture on naming trends. Here are the top five fastest-rising boys and girls names in 2021:
Please visit www.socialsecurity.gov/babynames to view the entire list.
Do you share a birthday with a celebrity?
Tim McGraw, 55, By Steve Kwak [CC BY 2.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0)], via Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0>, via Wikimedia Commons1 – Tim McGraw, 55, country singer, actor (1883), Delhi, LA, 1967.
Tim McGraw, 55, By Steve Kwak [CC BY 2.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0)], via Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0>, via Wikimedia Commons
2 – Ellie Kemper, 42, actress (Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt), Kansas City, MO, 1980.
3 -, Frankie Valli, 85, singer, Newark, NJ, 1937.
4 – Rory McIlroy, 33, golfer, Holywood, Northern Ireland, 1989.
5 – Adele, 34, singer, born Adele Laurie Blue Adkins, Tottenham, England, 1988.
6 – Roma Downey, 58, actress (Touched by an Angel), Derry, Northern Ireland, 1964.
7 – Alexander Ludwig, 29, actor (Vikings), Vancouver, BC, Canada, 1992.
8 – Joe Bonamassa, 45, guitarist, New Hartford, NY, 1977.
9 – Billy Joel, 73, singer, composer, Hicksville, NY, 1949.
10 – Kenan Thompson, 44, comedian, actor (Saturday Night Live), Atlanta, GA, 1978.
11 – Jonathan Jackson, 40, actor (Nashville), Orlando, FL, 1982.
12 – Burt Bacharach, 94, composer (six Grammys, three Oscars), Kansas City, MO, 1928.
13 – Sofia Coppola, 51, filmmaker (Marie Antoinette), New York, NY, 1971.
14 – Ronan Tynan, 61, opera singer (The Irish Tenors), Dublin, Ireland,1960.
15 – Sam Trammell, 51, actor (True Blood), New Orleans, LA, 1971.
16 – Pierce Brosnan, 69, actor (Remington Steele), County Meath, Ireland, 1953.
17 – Thom Filicia, 53, interior designer, Syracuse, NY, 1969.
18 – James Stephens, 71, actor (The Paper Chase), Mount Kisco, NY, 1951.
19 – Grace Jones, 70, actress (A View to a Kill), Spanish Town, Jamaica, 1952.
20 – Timothy Olyphant, 54, actor (Justified), Honolulu, HI, 1968.
21 – Sarah Ramos, 31, actress (Parenthood,), Los Angeles, CA, 1991.
22 – Naomi Campbell, 52, model, actress (Empire), London, England, 1970.
23 – Drew Carey, 61, actor (The Drew Carey Show), Cleveland, OH, 1958.
24 – Gary Burghoff, 79, actor (M*A*S*H), Bristol, CT, 1943.
25 – Lauryn Hill, 47, singer, actress (Sister Act 2), South Orange, NJ, 1975.
26 – Eli Goree, 28, actor (One Night in Miami), Halifax, NS, Canada, 1994.
27 – Chris Colfer, 32, actor (Glee), Fresno, CA, 1990.
28 – Jake Johnson, 44, actor (New Girl), Evanston, IL, 1978.
29 – Riley Keough, 33, actress (Magic Mike), Los Angeles, CA, 1989.
30 – Jared Gilmore, 22, actor (Once Upon a Time, Mad Men), San Diego, CA, 2000.
31 – Colin Farrell, 46, actor (Total Recall), Castleknock, Dublin, Ireland, 1976.
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