County EDA ponders marketing and developmental options on its real estate holdings
2022 U Drive. U Text. U Pay. Campaign
Six graduate Warren County Volunteer Fire Academy
Front Royal Women’s Resource Center celebrates local women and 2022 Dare to Dream Grant recipients
Pot O’ Gold Treasure Hunt 2022 Winners
County moves toward public hearing on $104.39-million FY-23 Budget
Novak, Tapsak elected chair and vice-chair of Front Royal EDA
County approves Town-adjusted building inspection MOA without a minimum timeframe; rescinds coyote bounties
Despite worries over political ‘ping pong’ town council returns draft Agreement on Building Department to County – with one more change …
County Planning Commission forwards 4 short-term rentals among other CUP applications with recommendations of approval
Town Talk: A conversation with Jeffrey Alban, Blue Ridge Singers, Spring Concert Series
Town Talk: A conversation with Fern Vesquez – CHEO Garden
Town Talk: A conversation with Matt Culbertson – DL Community Market
Town Talk: A conversation with Karena Tapsak and Larissa Fedoryka – Mountain View Music
Town Talk: A conversation with Faryn Gorham, Sarah Waller, and Lily Kashner – Sprouting into Success
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: 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
Town Talk: A conversation with Melanie Salins, candidate for School Board in Warren County, North River District
Town Talk: A conversation with Delmara “Deetzie” Bayliss, candidate for VA House of Delegates, District 29
This week’s showtimes at Royal Cinemas as of March 25th
Money Management Clinic scheduled for Woodstock
Fred Smoot, former Washington Redskin, “Mouth of the South” sports guest & speaker at Partlow Insurance Sports Breakfast
Former NASCAR crew chief and analyst, Jeff Hammond, to speak at the Partlow Insurance Sports Breakfast and ride in the Glo Fiber Grand Feature Parade
Recent events with the Sons of the American Revolution
IRS-CI releases latest COVID-related fraud investigational statistics ahead of CARES Act anniversary
Point, Counterpoint: attorneys debate plea agreement dynamics, impacts in County Fire Truck accident traffic case
After failing to admit guilt or show remorse, convicted murderer of Fauquier-based Zen Buddhist Monk Mogu sentenced to serve 20 years
Dane’s fatal food-truck crash appeal denied by federal judge
Frederick County: Early morning carjacking/pursuit suspects apprehended
POLICE: 7 Day FRPD Arrest Report 3/14/2022
POLICE: 7 Day FRPD Arrest Report 3/7/2022
POLICE: 7 Day FRPD Arrest Report 2/28/2022
POLICE: 7 Day FRPD Arrest Report 2/21/2022
POLICE: 7 Day FRPD Arrest Report 2/14/2022
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 Council meeting on Monday, March 28 will include several public hearings
Town to begin road work on Royal Ave/Commerce Ave at 14th Street
Town of Front Royal to accept applications for scholarships on March 1
Neighbors helping neighbors stay safe during and after winter storms
Town Notice: Holiday closing – Martin Luther King Jr. Day
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
WC EDA moves forward with bank refinancing, welcomes Joe Petty to directorship
County supervisors ponder expensive departmental equipment replacements, modifications to EDA Support Agreement
Warren County appoints Planning Director Joe Petty to direct its EDA from in house
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
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
Warrior Psychotherapy Services opens on Main Street
Everythings Crafty opens in Front Royal
Warner: Weekly Wrap-Up: Working like a dog
Sixth District Perspectives with Congressman Ben Cline – March 16, 2022
Warner, Kaine join bipartisan, bicameral call for IRS to address processing delays
Statement of Senate Intel Chairman Mark R. Warner – On President Biden’s executive order regarding cryptocurrency
Virginia Department of Veterans Services and partners to hold National Vietnam War Veterans Day special ceremonies
Winchester veterinarian Ayman Salem’s license to practice suspended
Belle Grove Plantation Open for 2022 Season – New Exhibit ‘Unearthing Enslaved Lives at Belle Grove’ now on view
Maryland becomes first state to lower gas prices with fuel tax moratorium
Broadway classic Godspell is coming to Fauquier County, March 25 through April 10, 2022
IRS-CI releases latest COVID-related fraud investigational statistics ahead of CARES Act anniversary
Cana Vineyards wins 2022 Virginia Governor’s Cup® with 2019 Unité Reserve
Attorney General asks Court of Appeals for a Writ of Actual Innocence in the case of Michael Haas
Court affirms that parents have the choice whether their children should wear masks to school in Virginia
Governor Glenn Youngkin calls on lawmakers to finish budget, deliver tax breaks for Virginians
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
Despite slowing sales, Virginia home prices keep rising
Escalation clause: This is my offer, but it’s really higher
Real Estate and Community News with Jen Avery, REALTOR
Virginia’s inventory of homes for sale plummets to all-time low
Ask the Expert: I have never applied for a mortgage. What does a lender look for in an applicant?
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!
Public Open House: 1324 Winchester Pike, Front Royal – Sunday, October 11 from 1pm – 3pm
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Farming in America: feeding families and pets
Famed novelist crafts his next fantasy world as a video game
Always wanted to play music? Try the tongue drum
A quick look at the out-of-this-world James Webb Telescope
Your rights under the No Surprises Act
The Cracked Acorn: Higgs Boson
The Cracked Acorn: Roasted Gun
The Cracked Acorn: Journey of Man
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
Empty Bowl Supper to-go event set for April 30th
Coldwell Banker Premier helps local homeless men’s program
Reaching Out Now – Culinary Arts students learn more than just cooking skills
Overwhelmed by the prospects of hope: A story of a man at the House of Hope
Warren Coalition’s Love Our Community event pulls crowd despite cold
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.
Here’s why SEO offers a great opportunity for small businesses
Taking your email marketing to the next level
Over $100 billion in pandemic relief funds stolen
Four financial moves you should make before starting your own business
Are you cut out for a career in telephone customer service?
3 interview strategies if you have a checkered past
3 tips for creating an eye-catching LinkedIn profile
What you need to know about becoming an industrial mechanic
The fork: A brief history
5 of the healthiest cuisines from around the world
What you need to know about Botox
That ominous tingle: Preventing, treating cold sores
Arthritis of the knee: PRP injections may help
5 reasons to strengthen your pelvic floor
A brief guide to buying soccer gear
Facing the mess: First, make your bed
Don’t ignore the alarm
4 must-have accessories for your home
3 tips to make bath time more fun
How to choose a walk-in bathtub
How to talk to your parents about moving into a retirement home
5 things to consider when touring a retirement home
How to keep your teeth healthy as you get older
3 signs you may need a mobility aid
Eco-responsibility and the environment: True or false quiz
Kids Corner: The desert quiz
Kids Corner: Interesting crab facts
Kids Corner: 8 tips for keeping your room clean
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Your cat has some surprising things to share.
What to do if your cat refuses to use their litter box
What you should know about osteopathy for animals
How to avoid getting sick overseas
Travel the world by cargo ship
Essential tools for vehicle maintenance
Financial considerations and electric cars
Car tech for elderly drivers
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3 tips to help you find the perfect mattress
How to toast St. Patrick’s Day the Irish way
Why gender equality is important
Soccer is one of the most popular sports in the world. If you want to join a team, here’s an overview of what you’ll need to get started.
Footwear The type of footwear you need will depend on the surface you’re playing on. For example, if you’re playing outside on the grass, look for cleats with rubber or polyurethane soles. If you’re playing on a synthetic pitch, choose cleats with a turf sole. Finally, if you’re playing on a gym floor, opt for indoor shoes with a smooth sole.
Shin guards Soccer involves kicking, and sometimes another player’s foot may miss the ball and hit your shins instead. Consequently, it’s important to invest in a good pair of shin guards to prevent your legs from getting injured.
Uniform Here’s what a soccer player typically wears:
• A stretchy jersey • An undershirt if it’s raining or cold • Stretchy shorts with no pockets • Long sports socks to cover the shin guards • Gloves (for the goalie)
Finally, don’t forget to buy a soccer ball so you can practice at home or in the park.
Facing the mess: First, make your bed
When your house is a mess and you feel too overwhelmed to clean, take a breath.
You’re not lazy — you’re busy, and everyone knows that cleaning kind of stinks sometimes, especially when you’d rather relax after a long week. Instead of looking at your house as one enormous chore waiting to be accomplished, start small. Make your bed.
Marathon cleaning is the worst way to start, according to blogger and author Rachel Hoffman in an interview with Today. Tackling it all at once is exhausting and just worsens your anxiety — after all, you know your house will be messy again soon.
How to avoid the stress of a cleaning marathon? Simple — don’t do it. Break everything into manageable chunks, and instead of worrying about everything that needs to be accomplished, focus on what you can accomplish right now. And according to Hoffman, making your bed is an ideal place to start — it takes a minute or two at most, and immediately makes your bedroom look better.
And it’s an easy habit to establish — just roll out of bed and do it every morning.
Hoffman also recommends the 20/10 method, which alternates short bursts of cleaning with a break. Set a timer for twenty minutes, and when your timer goes off, take ten minutes to relax with a cup of coffee or read a few pages of your book.
If you don’t have the time to do a 20/10 clean and your bed is already made, try picking one small area to tackle when your stress levels rise, like your coffee table or a messy bookshelf. No matter how small the task or how tiny the area, you’ve accomplished something meaningful.
You are a creature of habit. Everyone is, to one extent or another.
Every day you go to work using the same path, the same door, the same route. And, yet, in case of an emergency, when that route is blocked by fire or another hazard, can you quickly find another way out?
The goal of a fire drill is to make sure you know exactly where (and when) to exit a building in case of an emergency. Yes, we know there are those who dodge the drill. But don’t let that be you. The threat is real. In 2020 alone, there were 111,000 fires in non-residential structures, resulting in 100 civilian deaths.
Experience counts. According to the National Fire Prevention Association, people who participate in drills and receive emergency training react faster, with better decision making than those without training. Those who have been in emergency situations before also react faster.
The fire drill not only gives people experience, but it also helps people to take action even when they can’t see the problem.
Seeing the threat is one reason people move to safety. When people hear a fire alarm, they nearly always try to find out if there is visible smoke or fire. If they don’t see any, they might not quickly evacuate. The problem, of course, is that fire and smoke don’t have to be in your immediate area for you to be in grave danger. At the sound of a fire alarm, everyone must evacuate as quickly as possible.
Acting confidently makes a difference. If you hear the alarm, stand up and move out in a calm, orderly fashion. Simple as that. Acting immediately and with confidence tends to prevent panic in others, according to the NFPA. People tend to share the experience of others. If one person is confused and panicky, that can spread to others.
Decorating with accessories is a great way to quickly and affordably enhance the look of your home. Here are a few suggestions.
1. Rugs come in a variety of shapes, sizes, colors, and textures. To create the perfect look, make sure you choose a floor covering that matches the style of your home
2. Plants can instantly make your space feel bright and lively. If you decide to purchase real plants instead of artificial ones, make sure your home has plenty of light.
3. Textiles like duvet covers, table linens, chair cushions, and throws can add color and texture to your home. Look for beautiful designs that express your personal sense of style.
4. Wall hangings like picture frames, clocks, and paintings come in a variety of sizes and styles. However, make sure you don’t overcrowd your walls. You can also install shelving to display your decorative items.
To find unique pieces, visit your local home decor stores.
Some kids love bath time, but others need a little encouragement. Here are three ways you can make baths more enjoyable for your little one.
1. Adjust the temperature Make sure the bathroom is warm before undressing your child. If you’re bathing an infant, the water should be lukewarm. However, as your child grows up, they’ll develop a preference for warmer or cooler water, and you can adjust the temperature accordingly. When bath time is over, wrap your child in a towel right away so they don’t get cold.
2. Incorporate play Taking a bath won’t seem like a chore if your child associates the experience with playing. Therefore, you may want to purchase boats, figurines and other water toys to keep your little one entertained. Make sure to choose toys that match their interests.
3. Make memories Bath time is the perfect opportunity to create unforgettable memories with your child. Your little one will have more fun if you join them in laughing and playing while they take a bath.
If you follow these tips, your child will likely learn to love splashing in the tub.
Address any fears If your child is reluctant to take a bath, there may be a specific reason why. For example, they may be afraid of getting sucked down the drain or dislike getting water in their eyes. It’s important to find out why your child doesn’t enjoy baths so you can eradicate any fears and make the experience more pleasant.
Advances in technology have led to the development of tools that can reduce some of the challenges of caregiving. Here are some helpful ones that are currently available.
Virtual medicine With two-way video conferencing, a doctor can see and talk to a patient without the need to travel to a hospital or clinic. Furthermore, health tracking software allows caregivers to log a loved one’s blood glucose levels or symptom histories and send them directly to a medical practitioner.
Home automation Home automation systems with motion-sensing technology can automatically set thermostats, turn on lights, and lock doors. These systems make life easier for the elderly and those with mobility issues. Plus, home security cameras allow caregivers to monitor a home or property and keep an eye on their loved one from another location using a smartphone.
Emergency response systems Vulnerable individuals can wear a bracelet or pendant that allows them to summon emergency medical assistance at the push of a button. Some units can sense when the wearer has fallen and will call for help automatically.
Medication reminders The number of pills and injections that one person needs can be overwhelming and hard to manage, especially if the patient has memory issues. Caregivers can use an app that notifies them and their loved ones that it’s time to take a specific medication and keeps track of missed doses.
Global positioning systems (GPS) Smartphones and wearable GPS bracelets can help you keep track of your loved one’s whereabouts, so you won’t have to worry about them getting lost.
Restoring or replacing flooring is a great way to refresh your home’s look. Here are four ways you can update your floors.
1. Refinish it If your floor looks a little worse for wear, refinishing it is an affordable solution. Depending on its condition, you may need to sand, varnish, stain, or repair cracks to make the floor look new again.
2. Paint it You can paint over most types of flooring. For example, wood flooring is particularly easy to paint. Just make sure you choose a suitable product for the type of surface and level of traffic in the room.
3. Replace it If your floor is beyond repair, replacing it may be your only option. However, make sure you choose a suitable floor type. For example, if you need to update your bathroom floor, choose a waterproof material like ceramic. Additionally, if you have pets, you may want to opt for a scratch-resistant flooring material like vinyl.
4. Decorate it If your floor is in good condition, simply adding a rug or two can instantly transform your space. Choose a rug that’s the right size, style, and color for the room.
If you don’t have any experience repairing or installing flooring, hire a professional.
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