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10/25/2025

A little bit more cloud cover tonight will prevent widespread freezing temperatures across the region. Clouds should be thin enough , especially along and north of I-70 for frost to form. Frost Advisories are in effect from 2-9am Sunday for portions of north-central MD where the growing season continues. More: weather.gov/lwx.

10/25/2025

📢 75 million Americans will receive a 2.8% increase in their Social Security and SSI payments in 2026! Want to see your new benefit amount before it arrives by mail? 📨 Log in to or create your my Social Security account by Nov. 19 to receive your COLA notice online—up to 3 weeks early! 💻🔐 Plus, manage your benefits, update info, and access key documents anytime. Go digital and take control of your benefits today!

Roughly 75 million Americans who receive Social Security or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments will see a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) in 2026. For many, this annual increase is vital to keeping up with rising costs—and this year, recipients are being encouraged to go digital to ...

10/25/2025

🕺💃 Swing into November! Join us Saturday, Nov. 1 at Shenandoah University’s Ferrari Room in Wi******er for a night of live music, dancing, and community fun! 🎶 A beginner swing lesson starts at 6:30pm—no partner or experience needed. Live band + DJ sets all night!

Wi******er will be swinging into the fall season on Saturday, November 1, with a high-energy night of dancing and live music at Shenandoah University. Hosted inside the elegant Ferrari Room at the Brandt Student Center, the event invites dancers of all levels—and music lovers alike—for a lively ...

10/25/2025

Dee Dee Sellers and Tim Murray of Mauzy have been named 2025 Valley Treasures for their tireless work preserving farmland and stopping a controversial truck stop. The Alliance for the Shenandoah Valley will also honor the late Juanita Burtner with the North Star Award for her lifelong advocacy. The Nov. 8 celebration will feature local food, music, and stories celebrating those who keep the Valley’s beauty alive.

NEW MARKET, VA — In a heartfelt celebration of conservation, community, and heritage, the Alliance for the Shenandoah Valley has named Mauzy residents Dee Dee Sellers and Tim Murray as recipients of the 2025 Valley Treasure Award. The Alliance will also honor the late Juanita Burtner of Keezletown...

10/25/2025

Drivers in Warren County should prepare for lane and shoulder closures on I-66 and I-81 due to bridge maintenance, utility work, sign installation, and paving. Notable closures include I-66 eastbound from mile markers 0–15 and I-81 around mile markers 299–300.

The following is a list of highway work that may impact traffic in Warren County during the upcoming weeks. Scheduled work is subject to change due to inclement weather and material supply issues. Motorists are advised to watch for slow-moving tractors during mowing operations. When traveling throug...

10/25/2025

Warren County High School’s National Honor Society collected over 2,800 canned goods during its 2025 Homecoming Food Drive, with the senior class contributing an impressive 2,400 cans. Led by NHS officers, the school-wide effort supported the Salvation Army and exceeded previous years’ totals. Advisor Jyoti Vasishta praised students for their leadership and service. The successful drive highlighted the power of unity and community involvement, as students packed and prepared donations for local families ahead of the holidays.

The spirit of giving was alive and well at Warren County High School this fall as students rallied together for the National Honor Society’s annual Homecoming Canned Food Drive. With over 2,800 canned goods collected, the 2025 drive was one of the most successful in recent memory—thanks in large...

10/25/2025

Historian James Finck argues that President Trump’s deployment of federal troops to cities like Portland and Chicago is legally justified under the Militia and Insurrection Acts. These laws, dating back to 1792 and 1807, give presidents authority to use military force to enforce laws, suppress insurrections, or protect civil rights when local officials fail to act. Finck cites past examples by Washington, Lincoln, and Eisenhower, noting each faced criticism but acted within their legal authority.

One of the biggest differences between traveling abroad and traveling domestically is seeing armed soldiers at airports and on the streets in most other nations. While this is still fairly true, it is not the case if you are traveling to our nation’s capital, and possibly soon to Portland or Chica...

10/25/2025

“Showing up is 80% of success,” said filmmaker Woody Allen—a truth that applies to any goal. Whether starting a business, writing a book, or earning a diploma, progress begins with action. You don’t need all the answers—just the willingness to begin. Success comes from consistency, not perfection. Small steps build momentum, and showing up creates opportunities. Don’t wait for the perfect moment. Take the first step today. Because success shows up for the person who does, too.

There’s a quote you’ve probably heard a hundred times: “Eighty percent of success is showing up.” It’s short, simple, and easy to dismiss as just another motivational soundbite—but it’s far more than that. The quote is often credited to filmmaker Woody Allen, and in a conversation with...

10/25/2025

Violent texts sent in 2022 by Democratic AG candidate Jay Jones resurfaced in October 2025, just after early voting began. The messages, accidentally sent to a Republican delegate, included threats toward GOP Speaker Todd Gilbert. Political experts say the timing was strategic to damage Jones’s campaign. Jones apologized, and while Democrats condemned the remarks, none have called for him to drop out. The incident has tightened polls and raised concerns about political violence and election timing tactics.

RICHMOND, Va. – The early October release of violent text messages sent three years ago by now Democratic attorney general candidate Jay Jones was strategic, according to political scientists. The National Review published an article, after ballots were printed and early voting opened, that uneart...

10/25/2025

During the government shutdown, Shenandoah National Park remains open—but its employees are going unpaid, and essential services are strained. October is the park’s busiest month, drawing 25% of its annual 1.7 million visitors. With no federal funding flowing, the park can't collect entrance fees or fully staff facilities, leaving bathrooms uncleaned, emergency response delayed, and fragile environments at risk.

The Shenandoah National Park Trust is urging visitors to donate $30—the usual entrance fee—to support ongoing care. “If you visit, be prepared to be the caretaker,” said the trust’s executive director, Jessica Cocciolone.

The shutdown’s impact isn’t just local. Virginia ranks 5th in the U.S. for national park tourism revenue, contributing to over $35 billion in visitor spending in 2024.

RICHMOND, Va. – Employees at Shenandoah National Park and other national parks are going unpaid during the government shutdown, during their busiest season of the year. Shenandoah National Park is the only national park in Virginia and 1 of 63 in the U.S. “National parks remain as accessible as ...

10/25/2025

TSA is testing biometric eGates at three major airports—including D.C.’s Reagan National—to speed up security lines using facial recognition and other ID tech. Currently limited to Clear+ members ($209/year), the gates let travelers skip manual ID checks and head straight to screening. If successful, the tech could roll out nationwide by 2025, ahead of the 2026 World Cup and America’s 250th birthday. Faster, smarter airport travel may be just around the corner. ✈️

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is testing a new technology aimed at making airport security faster and more efficient: biometric eGates. These high-tech gates are currently being tested at three major airports: Ronald Reagan Washington National (D.C.), Seattle-Tacoma International,...

10/25/2025

Haunting beauty meets quiet transformation. On Saturday, Nov. 8, Ritual & Ruin opens at the Stone Branch Center for the Arts in Front Royal—an evocative new exhibit exploring decay, memory, and the sacred. Featuring work from 20+ regional artists, the show captures the mystery in forgotten spaces and symbolic rituals. Stay for a haunting 8 p.m. performance by The Crone & The Crow. Art. Music. Magic. Don’t miss it. 🎭

On Saturday, November 8, the Stone Branch Center for the Arts in Front Royal will open its doors to an evocative new art exhibit titled Ritual & Ruin. From 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., visitors are invited to explore a collection of artworks that delve into themes of ritual, transformation, and the quiet beau...