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VDOT: Warren County Traffic alert for February 27 – March 3, 2023

County-overseen EDA, Virginia Port Authority co-host economic development marketing event at Virginia Inland Port Coated Paper

When to use OSB or plywood - Royal Examiner

Early days of Stephens City government

Start your resort lifestyle with special savings at Snowden Bridge near Winchester

American Elm removed from historic church cemetery

Light agenda segues into lengthy discussion of departmental accountability for details on monthly expenditures – Why does that sound familiar?

Shenandoah Valley Golf Club’s partial rezoning request to age-restricted housing headed to March 8 Planning Department Public Hearing

EDA officials, attorneys mum on circumstance of Rappawan/Vaught Jr. civil case dismissal – But a good guess might be…

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

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

Children activities by Samuels Public Library for the month of March

SAR participates in George Washington Birthday Parade

Samuels Public Library Adult Programming events for March

Warren Coalition presents iGen: The Smartphone Generation and Their Mental Health Challenges

Michael W. Smith with special guest, Cochren & Co. to perform live at the 96th Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival®

EDA officials, attorneys mum on circumstance of Rappawan/Vaught Jr. civil case dismissal – But a good guess might be…

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

POLICE: 7 Day FRPD Arrest Report 2/20/2023

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

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

EDA officials, attorneys mum on circumstance of Rappawan/Vaught Jr. civil case dismissal – But a good guess might be…

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

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

Warner & Rubio urge Biden admin to expand use of tools & authorities to prevent flow of U.S. innovation to Chinia’s military industrial complex

Warner, Scott introduce legislation to ban purchase of drones manufactured in countries identified as national security threats

Delegate Wiley’s Richmond Roundup: Week 6 – Restoring trust and transparency in our government

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

White House 2023 Christmas Ornament honors President Gerald R. Ford

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”

Governor Youngkin praises bipartisan passage of Workforce Development Transformation Legislation

Attorney General Miyares’ statement on the conclusion of the 2023 Session

Virginia lawmakers pass bill to get tougher on hemp that gets you high

Combative texts from controversial UVA appointee and more Va. headlines

General Assembly tracker: Everyone who says they aren’t coming back next year

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 2/22/23

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

Slow start to the year for Virginia’s housing market 

Instead of going up, mansions go down

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

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

Wisdom from The Golden Girls

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?

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

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

Pros and cons of free-range farming

Seven careers in agriculture besides farming

A lexicon of farm tech

The criteria of emotional maturity

Your body’s powerhouse: The heart

Be aware of the characteristics of grief

Super flexible joints can may indicate problems

Bean bag chair: a classic to rediscover

How to choose an at-home sauna

Three decorating tips for styling a room without windows

Interior door handles: how to make the best choice

Parkinson’s disease: Three myths and the truth behind them

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

DIY: How to give old socks a second life

Five ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day with your family

Five surprising facts about the Sun

Experiment: How to make a mini iceberg

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

Expert tips to protect your windshield all year round

How to keep teen drivers safe

Four types of shoes you shouldn’t wear while driving

Five situations that require an auto inspection

Five things to consider before driving abroad

George Washington: A leader and more

Black History Month: The daring life of Robert Smalls

Love celebrations around the world

Who sent the first Valentine?

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.

How to reduce the ecological impact of electronic devices

Four great reasons to go thrifting

Do you want to create a space to read, knit, watch TV or play video games? Here are a few reasons a bean bag chair is a perfect fit.

If you think this soft chair, usually filled with tiny polystyrene balls or polyurethane foam, is reserved for little ones, think again. Today, manufacturers offer models for children, teenagers, and adults of all sizes. Some even have armrests and a backrest for lumbar support.

Whether covered in cotton, vinyl, faux suede, or a waterproof fabric ideal for outdoor use, bean bag chairs are available in infinite colors and patterns to add a bit of character to any decor.

Many models feature a removable, heavy-duty zippered cover for easy cleaning. Easy to carry, these soft and practical chairs can be moved to any room.

Visit your local furniture retailers to find the bean bag chair of your dreams.

Saunas offer health benefits beyond just helping you relax. Here’s what to consider if you want one for your home.

Size Saunas come in various sizes. Do you plan on using it exclusively with your significant other, or do you want to enjoy it with family and friends? Some models fit two or three people, while others have bench seats that accommodate up to 12.

Heat source Infrared heaters provide instant heat that warms your body from the inside out. However, they typically only reach 120 to 150 F.

Alternatively, electric heaters can be used indoors and outdoors but take about 10 to 15 minutes to raise the air temperature. The upside is that they can reach 150 to 185 F. Many electric heaters also come with stones you can cover with water to create soothing steam. Wood-fired heaters have the same benefits as electric ones but can be used only with outdoor saunas.

Indoor or outdoor Indoor saunas are great if you have a small yard and want to utilize unused space in your basement or bathroom. They add a touch of luxury to your home and are easily accessible in any weather. Additionally, if you choose a free-standing sauna, you can take it with you if you move.

Outdoor saunas are ideal if you have a large yard or want to be close to nature. Moreover, they offer more variety in shape and design than indoor versions. For example, many outdoor models can be fitted with glass windows and exterior seating.

Visit a local sauna retailer to discuss which model is suitable for you.

Does the smell of pizza cooking make your mouth water? You may be interested in an outdoor pizza oven if you enjoy using your barbecue all four seasons. Here’s a closer look at this popular cooking appliance.

Available in various sizes, pizza ovens are typically fueled by wood or propane. You can also purchase hybrid models that use both. You can expect to pay anywhere from $300 to $5,000 for a portable or stationary pizza oven. They come in sturdy and attractive materials like stainless steel, copper, stone, and more.

How to protect it Pizza ovens are designed for outdoor use. However, protecting yours from ice, snow, and sleet is essential. If you have a portable model, store it in an enclosed space like a shed. If you have a stationary oven or one that’s very heavy, cover it with a durable waterproof cover. Additionally, promptly remove fallen snow with a brush or broom.

Visit your local kitchen supply store to find a pizza oven to delight your family.

Whether you have a guest room, powder room, or interior bathroom without a window, here are a few decorating tips to make it feel bright and inviting.

1. Paint the room a light color. Painting the walls and ceiling white, gray, or beige can help add airiness to a dark room.

2. Hang a mirror. Windowless rooms can often feel small and cramped. Adding a large mirror or wall of mirrors deceives the eye into thinking the room is larger than it is and helps reflect light throughout the space.

3. Install plenty of lights. It’s essential to install layered lighting in a windowless room. For example, you can combine overhead fixtures with lamps and accent lights. Placing lights underneath cabinets or inside exposed shelving to brighten dark surfaces.

Finally, pick neutral and minimalistic furniture. For example, a white couch with slim legs will allow you to see more of the floor, making the room feel open and bright.

Investing in a stylish handle can instantly elevate the look of your interior doors. Here’s a short guide to help you make the best choice.

Materials Door handles are typically made of durable metals like steel, aluminum, brass, wrought iron, and chrome. You can also find handles made of wood, plastic, and porcelain. However, the internal mechanisms are always made of metal.

Types Here’s an overview of the three main types of handles:

• Lever handles can either have a lock or no lock. They’re activated by raising or lowering the lever. In addition, you can find curved levers that are suitable for people with limited dexterity.

• Knob handles are usually round and have a locking mechanism. You can also purchase fixed knob handles that don’t that need to be rotated or turned to open or close the door.

• Pull handles are fixed and can only be locked by purchasing a separate accessory.

The door handle you choose largely depends on your style and preferred use. Visit your local hardware store to browse different models.

If you’re planning a renovation project, here are three tips to help keep costs to a minimum.

1. Pick the right time of year. Fall and winter are typically less busy for most contractors. During these times, you may be able to negotiate a lower price.

2. Get several quotes. Contacting several contractors will give you a good idea of the average price to complete the project. Shopping around may also help you get a better rate.

3. Be specific. Clearly explain what you want upfront to avoid unnecessarily driving up the bill.

Always ensure the contractor you choose has the required experience and certifications.

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