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At its final 2025 meeting, the Front Royal-Warren County EDA approved three key items aimed at reducing its remaining $1...
12/15/2025

At its final 2025 meeting, the Front Royal-Warren County EDA approved three key items aimed at reducing its remaining $15.6 million in bank debt—much of it tied to the Jennifer McDonald-era financial scandal. Highlights include: • A third forbearance agreement with First Bank & Trust • A letter of intent to sell 113 acres of Avtex land for $6.45M • Approval to sell 82 Rivermont Acres lots for over $1M.

At its last regular meeting of 2025 on December 12, a 4-person quorum of the Front Royal-Warren County Economic Development Authority (FRWC EDA, EDA) came out of Closed Session to three action items, one added after the closed session. Those items were: 7-A, Approval of an FB&T (First Bank & Trust)....

The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation is inviting public input on Shenandoah River State Park’s 10-year...
12/15/2025

The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation is inviting public input on Shenandoah River State Park’s 10-year master plan. The meeting will be held Tuesday, January 20, 2026, from 6–8 p.m. at Samuels Public Library, 330 E. Criser Road, Front Royal.

Local residents and park lovers are invited to help shape the future of Shenandoah River State Park by attending a public comment meeting on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Samuels Public Library in Front Royal. The meeting, hosted by the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recrea...

A Warren County school bus carrying 10 elementary students collided with a pickup truck Monday morning near Chester Gap ...
12/15/2025

A Warren County school bus carrying 10 elementary students collided with a pickup truck Monday morning near Chester Gap Rd. on Route 522. Eight students, the pickup driver, and the bus driver were treated for minor injuries. The bus driver, William Payne Jr., 66, has been charged with failure to yield. WCPS thanked first responders and Rappahannock schools for their swift support. The crash remains under investigation. More details as they develop.

A Warren County school bus carrying 10 elementary school students was involved in a two-vehicle crash Monday morning, resulting in minor injuries to multiple individuals. The crash occurred at approximately 9:10 a.m. on Route 522, near the intersection with Chester Gap Road in Rappahannock County. A...

Members of the Col. James Wood II Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution joined the Ketoctin Chapter DAR this De...
12/15/2025

Members of the Col. James Wood II Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution joined the Ketoctin Chapter DAR this December for Wreaths Across America ceremonies in Clarke and Loudoun counties. Events were held at North Hill Cemetery, Ketoctin Baptist Church, and North Fork Regular Baptist Church to honor veterans from the Revolutionary War to the present. Participants placed wreaths, paid tribute, and fired musket salutes in solemn remembrance.

Members of the Col. James Wood II Chapter (CJWII) of the Virginia Society, Sons of the American Revolution (SAR), participated in a series of solemn and meaningful Wreaths Across America ceremonies held in Clarke and Loudoun counties this December. The events were held in partnership with the Ketoct...

🚧 Big changes could be coming to South Street! VDOT is hosting a public hearing on Jan. 14 to discuss safety improvement...
12/15/2025

🚧 Big changes could be coming to South Street! VDOT is hosting a public hearing on Jan. 14 to discuss safety improvements between Hill Street and Commerce Avenue in Front Royal. Plans include new crosswalks, signal upgrades, and raised medians to protect pedestrians. Drop by Samuels Public Library from 4–6 p.m. to speak with VDOT staff and share your feedback. Can’t attend? Comments accepted by mail through Jan. 24. Learn more:

Residents of Front Royal will soon have a chance to weigh in on a major roadway project that could reshape one of the town’s busiest corridors. The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) has scheduled a public hearing for Wednesday, January 14, to discuss proposed safety improvements along S...

A fatal crash in Florida has triggered a nationwide investigation into thousands of truck driving schools, with the U.S....
12/15/2025

A fatal crash in Florida has triggered a nationwide investigation into thousands of truck driving schools, with the U.S. Department of Transportation warning that up to 3,000 programs could lose accreditation in the next 30 days. The crash involved a driver who illegally held a CDL and completed training at a non-compliant school—raising serious questions about oversight and safety. With truck crashes and fatalities on the rise, federal officials say stricter enforcement is long overdue.

The U.S. Department of Transportation is launching a nationwide crackdown on truck driving schools after a fatal crash in Florida raised serious questions about training standards. As the commercial trucking industry faces growing demand and a shortage of qualified drivers, officials say it’s more...

Looking to shake up your holiday sides? This Creamed Butternut Squash is a velvety, golden alternative to mashed potatoe...
12/15/2025

Looking to shake up your holiday sides? This Creamed Butternut Squash is a velvety, golden alternative to mashed potatoes—naturally sweet, buttery, and perfect for festive gatherings.

Looking to bring a splash of color and a touch of elegance to your holiday feast? This Creamed Butternut Squash dish offers a velvety, flavorful alternative to traditional mashed potatoes. Naturally sweet and vibrantly golden, it’s the perfect complement to roasted meats, turkey, or vegetarian mai...

A bold plan to convert a dormant 50-mile rail corridor into a multi-use trail—or restore rail with a parallel trail—is m...
12/15/2025

A bold plan to convert a dormant 50-mile rail corridor into a multi-use trail—or restore rail with a parallel trail—is making waves in Virginia. 🚧 Some call the new proposal rushed and lacking transparency, while others see opportunity for economic growth and preservation. Critics warn rail requirements could derail the entire trail project.

The Virginia Department of Transportation stunned Virginia’s transportation community by proposing a plan last Tuesday to potentially develop a multi-use trail and restore a deteriorated rail corridor in the Shenandoah Valley, with a possible price tag of nearly $700 million. Plans for a recreatio...

🗺️ Redistricting déjà vu? As Virginia Democrats weigh a bold new gerrymander targeting GOP seats, Republicans are crying...
12/15/2025

🗺️ Redistricting déjà vu? As Virginia Democrats weigh a bold new gerrymander targeting GOP seats, Republicans are crying foul—despite trying the same move in 2013. That year, Senate Republicans nearly pushed through a surprise mid-decade redistricting while a Democrat attended Obama’s second inauguration. The plan failed only after then-House Speaker Bill Howell ruled it out of order—despite heavy pressure from his own party. Now, history may be repeating itself—only with roles reversed.

In joining a national redistricting arms race sparked by President Donald Trump, Virginia Democrats say they may impose a maximalist gerrymander that would disadvantage four of the state’s five Republican congressional representatives. Republicans are crying foul. But 12 years ago, Republicans in ...

🔋 Clean energy is back on Virginia’s legislative agenda—and this time, Democrats are driving the charge. After Gov. Youn...
12/15/2025

🔋 Clean energy is back on Virginia’s legislative agenda—and this time, Democrats are driving the charge. After Gov. Youngkin vetoed dozens of clean-energy bills last spring, many are being revived as Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger prepares to take office. From expanding rooftop solar and geothermal incentives to adding battery storage and cracking down on local roadblocks to solar development, lawmakers are looking to ease grid pressure and lower energy bills—but will it be enough to keep up with Virginia’s growing data center demand?

Last spring, Gov. Glenn Youngkin vetoed more energy bills than he signed, killing legislation designed to increase rooftop solar and energy storage, strengthen utility planning requirements, and make efficiency improvements more available to low-income residents. Now, with Abigail Spanberger set to....

🚗❄️ Think you know how to drive safely in winter? You might be surprised. As snow and ice hit the roads, it’s time to bu...
12/15/2025

🚗❄️ Think you know how to drive safely in winter? You might be surprised. As snow and ice hit the roads, it’s time to bust some common cold-weather driving myths: ✅ Idling doesn’t help much—modern engines only need 30 seconds to warm up.🚫 Winter tires help, but don’t stop danger—braking distances on ice can be 20x longer.⚖️ Extra trunk weight? Not helpful in most modern vehicles—and may hurt handling. Before your next trip, check your tires, battery, and emergency kit. And above all—slow down.

As temperatures drop and roads turn slick, many drivers may feel confident they know how to handle winter conditions. But how well do you understand the facts behind safe cold-weather driving? With winter storms and icy mornings already settling in across much of the country, now is the time to sepa...

🏀 Friday night lights shine on the Lady Wildcats! On Dec. 19, Warren County High School girls’ basketball hosts Brentsvi...
12/15/2025

🏀 Friday night lights shine on the Lady Wildcats! On Dec. 19, Warren County High School girls’ basketball hosts Brentsville in their final home game before winter break—and it’s shaping up to be a must-watch matchup! 🕕 JV tips off at 6:00 p.m., with varsity to follow. Brentsville’s tough defense meets a determined Wildcat squad gaining momentum every game. 🎥 Can’t be there in person? Wildcats Live! goes live at 5:45 p.m. with full coverage on the Royal Examiner website.

The Warren County High School Girls' basketball team is gearing up for a Friday night showdown as they host Brentsville High School on December 19, in what will be their final home game before the winter break. The evening will tip off with the junior varsity game at 6:00 p.m., followed by the varsi...

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