Warren County School Board retreat offers ample opportunity for discussion.
VDOT: Warren County Traffic alert for February 20 – 24, 2023 Clay Poker Chips
Essay contest open to Warren County and Shenandoah County public high school seniors
The Scarecrow of Hazard Mill
Blue Ridge Wildlife Center Patient of the Week: American Woodcock
Town Planning Commission hears Jeff Kelble’s request for a permit to operate outdoor recreation facility
Council looks at coming agenda items, projected fiscal year revenue-expenditure numbers, among other issues
An eventful but smooth session for the Warren County Planning Commission
POSF Chairman disputes Supervisor’s assertion county website provides all necessary information to answer Sanitary District revenue/expenditure questions
Staff briefs Supervisors on Reassessment Appeal process and scheduled Airport Capital Improvements – And about that proposed Code of Conduct…
Town Talk: A conversation with Lynn Downs – The Arc of Warren County
Town Talk: A conversation with Joe Waltz, Town Manager, Town of Front Royal
Town Talk: A conversation with Ed Richards and Michael DeMato – 45th Annual Military School Band & Choir Festival at R-MA
Town Talk: A conversation with Elaine Jarvis, Esq. – a lawyer, author, pilot and mother
Town Talk: A conversation with Michelle Ross and Lewie Moten – Samuels Public Library Day of Giving
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!
Cline for Sheriff fundraising Dinner Party packs supporters into Fire & Rescue Company 1 Banquet Hall
Meet the Candidates: A conversation with Zach Jackson, candidate for Front Royal Town Council
Meet the Candidates: A conversation with Josh Ingram, candidate for Front Royal Town Council
Meet the Candidates: A conversation with Gene Kilby, candidate for Front Royal Town Council
Meet the Candidates: A conversation with Wayne Sealock, candidate for Front Royal Town Council
Edward Jones 5K Race for Education March 18th
SAR presents “Young George Washington” at sponsored tea party
United Way NSV’s Women United group launches second annual air mattress drive
The Arc of Warren County monthly parent’s meeting to be held February 28th
This week’s showtimes at Royal Cinemas as of February 16th
Warren County Grand Jury of February 2023 indictments
FRPD arrests Bristol, Va man for online sexual exploitation of local minors
Deputies rescue suspected impaired driver from pond after crash
Winchester man facing multiple charges after pursuit
Traffic stop by WCSO results in drug arrests and significant property seizure
POLICE: 7 Day FRPD Arrest Report 2/13/2023
POLICE: 7 Day FRPD Arrest Report 2/6/2023
POLICE: 7 Day FRPD Arrest Report 1/30/2023
POLICE: 7 Day FRPD Arrest Report 1/23/2023
POLICE: 7 Day FRPD Arrest Report 1/9/2023
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
WCSO Alert: Missed Court Scam
Town Notice: Severe winter weather preparedness
Paving continues on Town’s primary roads
Town Notice: Local Board of Building Code of Appeals seeks members
Front Royal Town Council accepting resumes for vacant council seat
FR-WC EDA moves to guarantee records protection during transition to County IT oversight, goes to Closed Session on litigation, business matters
County overseen FR-WC EDA reviews Conservancy Park status, Small Business Loan Committee applications, future property marketing options
WC EDA release describes history, intent, and timing of Avtex Conservancy Park initiative
WC EDA proposes County takeover of Avtex Conservancy Park’s 240 in-town acres; Supervisors approve six of seven Airport Lease Agreements
Judge notifies involved parties of denial of all defense motions to overturn jury verdicts in EDA civil liability cases
Supervisors explore budget carryover process and new software prior to light meeting agenda – THEN there was the closed session
EDA Board Chairman Jeff Browne reacts to July civil litigation results ordering total of over $13.35 million paid to the County Economic Development Authority
Jury awards WC EDA $11.9 million-plus in civil compensatory claims against ITFederal and Truc ‘Curt’ Tran
EDA civil liability defendant ‘Curt’ Tran on witness stand for over 4-1/2 hours as trial heads into final day
EDA vs. Tran/ITFederal civil liability and counterclaim trial heads into third day with defense poised to call final series of witnesses
Grand opening & ribbon cutting at Liam’s Chance Behavioral Services
Shenandoah Valley Axe Throwing Co moves to a new home in Front Royal
Chamber welcomes Shenandoah Shores Management Group to Front Royal
Chamber welcomes Kells Belles to Front Royal
Chamber welcomes Garcia & Gavino to Front Royal
Delegate Wiley’s Richmond Roundup: Week 5 – More affordable, reliable energy for every Virginian
Warner, Thune introduce legislation to support integration of drones into airspace
Sixth District Perspectives with Congressman Ben Cline – February 6, 2023
Delegate Wiley’s Richmond Roundup: Week 4 – Making life more affordable for every Virginian
Obenshain: Judges, Bail, Heroes and Budgets
Despite cleanup efforts, Chesapeake Bay remains pollution challenge
Fall head over heels for Dunkin’s Valentine’s Day treats
Proposed federal rule would lower credit card late fees
Southwest official on December service meltdown: “We messed up”
Statue of notorious Dred Scott justice removed from Capitol
Youngkin says he’ll consider special session for budget and more Va. headlines
Governor Glenn Youngkin announces 2023 Governor’s Fellows Program
Virginia House GOP again blocks effort to get rid of same-sex marriage ban
Three interesting bills of the week: housing authority pets, CCTV testimony and inmate autopsies
Democratic-led panel kills ‘parental rights’ bills on school books, gender identity
Playoff Game 2 : Front Royal Cardinals vs Woodstock River Bandits – July 27
Rescheduled: Front Royal Cardinals vs Strasburg Express – Monday, July 25
Front Royal Cardinals vs Purceville Cannons – Thursday, July 21
Front Royal Cardinals vs New Market Rebels – Sunday, July 24
CANCELED: Valley Baseball League: All Star Game at the “Bing” – Sunday, July 17th
R-MA Boys Varsity Basketball update 2/1/23
R-MA Boys Varsity Basketball update 1/26/23
R-MA Boys Varsity Basketball update 1/17/23
R-MA Boys Varsity Basketball update
Warren County High School vs Sherando – Boys/Girls Varsity Basketball, January 9, 2023
Warren County High School vs Fauquier – Boys Varsity Basketball, January 4, 2023
Warren County High School vs Rappahannock County – Girls Varsity Basketball, December 21st
Warren County High School vs Strasburg – Boys Varsity Basketball, December 20th
Warren County High School vs Fauquier – Girls Varsity Basketball, December 19th
Skyline High School Graduation – Saturday, May 28, 2022
Skyline High School Class of 2021 Graduation Ceremony
Baccalaureate service for graduating seniors
Skyline vs Independence High School, February 12, 2021 at 6 PM in the third round of the Region 3B Basketball Tournament
Skyline vs James Monroe High School, February 9, 2021 at 6 PM in the second round of the Region 3B Basketball Tournament
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
Warren County Middle School vs Admiral Richard E. Byrd Middle School – Girls Basketball, September 20th, 2021
Warren County Middle School Academic Honors Ceremony – 8th Grade
Warren County Middle School vs Skyline Middle School – Girls Basketball, October 4, 2021
Skyline Middle School Academic Honors Ceremony – 8th Grade
Skyline Middle School Academic Honors Ceremony – 7th Grade
Skyline Middle School Academic Honors Ceremony – 6th Grade
Skyline Middle School vs Daniel Morgan, June 3rd – Girls Volleyball
Hilda J. Barbour Elementary School – 5th Grade Graduation Event
WATCH: E. Wilson Morrison Elementary School – 5th Grade Graduation Parade
WATCH: Ressie Jeffries Elementary School – 5th Grade Graduation Parade
WATCH: Leslie Fox Keyser Elementary School – 5th Grade Graduation Parade
Community News & Real Estate (January 2023) with Jen Avery, REALTOR
Ask the expert: Buying our first house
Real Estate Scam Alert: Fraudulent buyers and sellers
Three tips for selling your home if you have pets
Should you stay or should you go?
Brand new beautiful homes in Warren County with 100% financing available
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!
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
Black History Month: The daring life of Robert Smalls
Why it’s important to celebrate the caregivers in your community
Is it time to break up with barcodes?
Why do some kids bully?
$pecial $weets for your Valentine
New Cold War in Ukraine
An example of an Egyptian feminist for Iran today
The Cracked Arcorn: Bob is dead
The Cracked Acorn: To Be Alive
The Cracked Acorn: Something New
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
Concern Hotline named beneficiary of Ride with Rotary
Boots & Bourbon Fundraiser success helps purchase possibly two book vending machines
Pumpkin faces on Serenity Farm
Boots & Bourbon with Rotary Club of Warren County
FRWRC kicks off Annual Appeal with the Women’s Faire & Share this Thursday
The Rotary Club of the Northern Shenandoah Valley hosting blood drive
Help replenish the blood supply after holiday weekend
Community Blood Drive to be held this Wednesday, March 3rd
Santa Claus is coming to Town, Warren County!
A “COVID Christmas” message from Santa
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.
Are successful people just lucky?
No crystal ball needed: Close calls predict the (dangerous) future
Become An Action Taker To Live Your Dream Life
AI-generated images test copyright laws; disrupting the art world
Does your business have a DEI policy?
Spark your creativity with a career in welding
Does your business have a DEI policy?
A brief guide to plant-based proteins
Make Valentine’s Day dinner special with homemade red sauce
Seven careers in agriculture besides farming
A lexicon of farm tech
What you should know about animal husbandry
Be aware of the characteristics of grief
Super flexible joints can may indicate problems
American Heart Month: Take extra care during the winter
When to use OSB or plywood
Four great reasons to go thrifting
Tiling: how to choose and apply grout
Six places to help you declutter
Four common digestive problems in seniors
Four tips for eating well as you get older
How to help a loved one who’s suffered a stroke
Audiobooks: Rediscover the pleasure of storytelling
Five ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day with your family
Five surprising facts about the Sun
Experiment: How to make a mini iceberg
Five ideas for fun in the snow
Quiz: How to use common baking ingredients
How well do you know your pet’s dental health?
Ranch dogs show their courage and energy
Should you adopt a pet when you retire?
How to make your home more pet-centric
How-to guide: adopting a pet turtle
Seven ways to travel responsibly
Five things to consider before driving abroad
Find your flight — in a parallel reality
Air travel tips: flu season
How to navigate busy airports this Thanksgiving
Four types of shoes you shouldn’t wear while driving
Five situations that require an auto inspection
Five things to consider before driving abroad
The average Virginian admits to exceeding 100mph on 4 occasions over the past month
New year, new world: Flying cars offer new social challenges
Black History Month: The daring life of Robert Smalls
Love celebrations around the world
Who sent the first Valentine?
Make Valentine’s Day dinner special with homemade red sauce
Oriented strand board (OSB) and plywood are similar materials used for many construction and renovation projects. Here’s a guide on when to use each one.
Oriented strand board OSB is made of small rectangular wood chips pressed together with wax and resin to create a solid end product. OSB is ideal for the following projects:
• Roofing, if the installation is done properly and during a dry period • Furniture, by leaving the textured wood exposed or covering it • Decorative walls, like in a studio or workshop • Kiosks and booths to display merchandise
Plywood Plywood is created from thin sheets of wood glued together perpendicularly. It comes in several varieties and can be used indoors and outdoors if sealed and painted. Here are some projects that are well-suited to plywood:
• Subfloors, walls, and exterior siding because of the material’s rigidity • Furniture, like kitchen cabinets and desks • Bus and trailer floors for a durable, long-lasting finished product • Storage spaces by making various box sizes
Visit your local home improvement store to stock up on everything you need for your project.
Four great reasons to go thrifting
Do you know people who regularly shop at thrift stores? If you want to expand your ho¬rizons and give it a try yourself, here are four great reasons you should.
1. To protect natural resources Manufacturing new products require large amounts of water and non-renewable resources. It also creates pollution. Buying goods used helps minimize the negative impacts of manufacturing them.
2. To reject fast fashion Fast fashion trends encourage over-consumption, thrive on planned obsolescence, and pollute the environment. Frequenting thrift stores is a great way to vote for sustainability.
3. To pay it forward Many thrift stores donate a portion of their proceeds to charity. Therefore, you can feel good about where your money is going. You can also bring in items you no longer use to help give back to others.
4. To save money Thrift stores offer a wide variety of unique products and quality items at low prices. You can get everything you need without spending a fortune.
Visit your local thrift stores and get ready to make some great discoveries.
Do you have a tiling project in mind? Here’s how to choose a suitable grout and correctly apply it.
Choose a grout Sanded grout is most suitable for installations with grout lines wider than an eighth of an inch. This type of grout is resistant to cracking and shrinkage. However, don’t use it if you’re laying tiles with a glossy finish, as it could scratch them.
On the other hand, grout without sand is best for narrow grout lines down to a sixteenth of an inch. It’s also easy to apply to vertical surfaces. If you’re tiling a bathroom or kitchen, use waterproof grout.
Moreover, some grouts are cement-based while others aren’t. Cementitious grouts come in powder form, and you must mix them with water. However, epoxy grouts, for example, come ready to use
Apply the grout First, protect the area around your tiling project. For example, cover walls and countertops with plastic sheeting. Then, clean the area to prevent dust and dirt from sticking to the grout.
If you’re using cementitious grout, start by mixing it. Next, wet the tiles and apply the grout from the bottom up in small sections. Tilt the applicator to distribute the grout evenly and fill in the joints.
Remove excess grout and wait about 20 minutes before cleaning the tiles and smoothing the grout with a damp sponge. Scrub as little as possible and rinse your sponge regularly. Wipe down the tile one last time once the grout has thoroughly dried. Then, apply a sealant.
Find all the materials you need to complete your project at your local home improvement store. If you want flawless results, hire a professional tiler.
A man cave is a place to escape the stresses of the day. You can turn an unfinished basement, attic, or underutilized garage space into a place where you can indulge in hobbies or spend time with friends. Here are some ideas for your man cave.
1. Gamers Whether you love poker, role-playing games, or chess, make a games table the hub of your man cave. Add a foosball table for variety. If you’re a video game fanatic, invest in a big-screen television, ergonomic gaming chair, and headphones.
2. Beer lovers Build a bar to serve your friends the latest craft beers. Kegerators allow you to serve cold draft beer on tap. Add stools and neon beer signs for a pub-like atmosphere.
3. Sports fans Watch the big game with your buddies in a sports-themed man cave decorated with hockey, baseball, and football memorabilia. Choose paint colors that match your favorite team.
4. Audiophiles Install wall-mounted wooden guitar hangers to show off your instruments, and display posters and albums of your most-loved bands. Install wall- or ceiling-mounted speakers that connect wirelessly to your devices.
No matter your theme, every man cave should have a beer fridge, good speakers, and a comfy chair or couch. Visit your local home improvement store for more ideas, and start building your man cave today.
Adopting a minimalist lifestyle is a great way to reduce your carbon footprint. Here are some places that can help you declutter your life.
1. Secondhand stores If you have furniture or clothing you no longer need, donate them to a thrift store in your area to give them a second life.
2. Libraries Borrow books, CDs, movies, video games, board games, and more from your local library. This way, you can enjoy a variety of pastimes without hoarding items at home. You can even access a computer, printer, and photocopier if needed.
3. Entertainment venues Have fun with friends without adding clutter to your home. For example, board game cafes offer access to hundreds of games, while sports bars can save you from spending money on a big-screen TV. Arcades let you test your gaming skills without investing in multiple consoles, and pool halls are perfect for competing at snooker.
4. Tool rental stores Rent power tools instead of buying them. This way, you can complete your home renovation projects without investing in equipment you’ll only use once. As a bonus, you can ask store employees for their advice.
5. Gyms Investing in heavy equipment or accessories to work out is not needed. Most gyms have everything you need in one place to vary your workouts.
6. Municipal pools Visit an indoor or outdoor pool. This way, you won’t have to install one in your backyard. Many establishments also let you borrow accessories like boogie boards, balls, and floaties.
Check with your municipality to find out what other public facilities are available.
Are you thinking of setting up an at-home bar? Here are some themes to inspire you.
1. A tiki bar with palm trees and shells 2. A western bar with horseshoes and cow skulls 3. A sports bar with a giant flatscreen and team jerseys on display 4. An Irish bar with shamrocks and vintage metal plates 5. A roaring twenties bar with crystal chandeliers and feathers
Contact a general contractor or interior designer in your area to help you create the bar of your dreams.
Robo-advisers are financial software programs that automate the investing process. They use complex computerized algorithms to buy and sell investments based on the information you provide. Here are some of the pros and cons.
Advantages Here are a few advantages of robo-advisers:
• They’re affordable. Human advisers typically take a fee of one to two percent of your portfolio’s value. Robo-advisers, on the other hand, charge a fraction of that. This is ideal for individuals and small businesses with tight budgets. When you pay less in fees, you also have more money to invest.
• They’re accessible. Many human advisers only accept clients with a certain net worth. Conversely, most robo-advisers don’t require a minimum investment. This allows anyone to reap the benefits of investing without pre-existing wealth.
• They’re easy to use. Most robo-advisers have simple interfaces that allow you to view your investments and add funds from anywhere in the world.
Disadvantages Here are why robo-advisers may fall short for some investors:
• They’re limited. Robo-advisers can’t grasp your entire financial situation. This makes them unsuitable in circumstances that entail a high amount of risk.
• They’re generic. Most robo-advisers invest in exchange-traded funds (ETFs), which is great for diversification. However, they may not be a good fit if you want to dabble in different kinds of securities.
Additionally, robo-advisers can’t give personalized advice. Therefore, they aren’t a good option for people looking for step-by-step guidance and counseling.
Finally, it’s important to consider your investment strategy, risk tolerance, retirement plan, and assets before deciding if a robo-adviser is right for you.
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