EDA reviews legal, property matters at July meeting
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
Local graduate receives $3000 scholarship from Town’s electric provider American Municipal Power
Pay It Forward: Warren Coalition’s “We See You, Warren County” August theme is a challenge
School Bus Safety: School starts August 9th – let’s keep our children safe
Boyers updates Town Council on infrastructure projects
Rotary gets the lowdown on plans for downtown Front Royal from Vice-Mayor Cockrell
Despite opposition from FREDA chairman Novak, Town Planning Commission forwards adjusted Data Center proposal
Under-strength County Planning Commission approves tourist rentals and votes to deny sports center permit
Consideration of downtown walking mall concept kicks off during Town Council work session
Town Talk: A conversation with Author Todd Dennick: It Will Come: Alaskan Adventures Pale in Comparison to Surviving Sepsis
Town Talk: A conversation with Dr. Chris Ballenger, Superintendent, Warren County Schools
Town Talk: A conversation with Emily Marlow Beck, Marlow Motors – 75th Anniversary
Town Talk: A conversation with Joanna Naccash, Laura Clark and Susan Schwartz – St. John’s Drama Club
Town Talk: A conversation with Robbie Boyer, Director of Public Works – Front Royal paving projects; job opportunities
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!
Local Republican James Bergida enters race for Virginia Senate District 1
Meet the Candidates: Delores R. Oates, Virginia House of Delegates, District 31
Meet the Candidates: Merritt Hale, US Congress, 6th District
Lance Allen announces candidacy for Virginia’s First Senate District
Meet the Candidates: Robert Hupman announces for Virginia Senate seat in new District 1
Book Signing: A Rebellious Woman by Claire J. Griffin at the Warren Heritage Society
Looking for something fun? Enjoy this musical of Annie Jr this weekend
2022 YES Conference | Finding Your Balance for our high school students
15th annual National Night Out block party to be held Tuesday, August 2nd
This week’s showtimes at Royal Cinemas as of July 28th
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
Local man sentenced with misdemeanor sexual battery in Culpeper case
EDA civil liability defendant ‘Curt’ Tran on witness stand for over 4-1/2 hours as trial heads into final day
First day of $11-million EDA vs. ‘Curt’ Tran civil liability trial concludes
POLICE: 7 Day FRPD Arrest Report 7/18/2022
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POLICE: 7 Day FRPD Arrest Report 7/4/2022
POLICE: 7 Day FRPD Arrest Report 6/27/2022
POLICE: 7 Day FRPD Arrest Report 6/13/2022
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 Notice: Road closure – North Commerce Avenue, 6th Street to Royal Avenue; paving continues
Town Notice: Road closure – North Royal Avenue and 6th Street
Town Notice: Paving on North Royal starts July 18
Town Notice: Planning Commission vacancy
Town Notice: Water Quality Annual Report 2021
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
First day of $11-million EDA vs. ‘Curt’ Tran civil liability trial concludes
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
First day of $11-million EDA vs. ‘Curt’ Tran civil liability trial concludes
Chamber welcomes Garcia & Gavino to Front Royal
Local Senior Center reopens with new location and new name
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
Sixth District Perspectives with Congressman Ben Cline – July 29, 2022
Kaine statement on Senate passage of bill to boost domestic chip manufacturing
Warner, Kaine, Wexton, Beyer, Connolly press Biden to raise the detention of Virginian Asim Ghafoor with Emirati government
Senators introduce reforms to the Electoral Count Act of 1887
Sixth District Perspectives with Congressman Ben Cline – July 7, 2022
VSP investigating officer-involved shooting in Shenandoah County
Winchester pain doctor reprimanded following patient death
Public’s assistance requested with missing person
Fauquier Hospital implements new LEAF technology
Shenandoah Area Council rededicates Camp Rock Enon Scout Reservations in honor of longtime Council supporters
Governor Glenn Youngkin declares State of Emergency in response to flooding in Southwest Virginia
AG Miyares sues Biden Administration for threatening to withdraw school nutrition assistance for political agenda
Attorney General Miyares announces $4.25 billion national settlement with opioids maker Teva
Governor Youngkin donates his second-quarter salary to Virginia Veterans Services Foundation
Governor Youngkin commemorates National Hire A Veteran Day in Virginia
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
Warren County High School Graduation – Saturday, May 28, 2022
Warren County High School Class of 2021 graduation ceremony
Baccalaureate service for graduating seniors
Skyline vs Warren County: High School Boys basketball game livestreaming February 3, 2021 at 5:45pm
Skyline HS vs Warren County HS: Girls basketball game livestreaming January 8, 2021 at 5:45pm
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
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5 reasons you may be struggling to get home insurance
Virginia’s housing market sees sharpest drop in sales since May 2020
3 reasons to buy an intergenerational home
Real Estate and Community News (June/July 2022) with Jen Avery, REALTOR
3 golden rules for painting your house before selling it
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!
House for sale: 361 Walnut Drive, 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
Making sense of bots and algorithms
What to bring to an outdoor festival
5 ways to save on school supplies
To Censor or not to Censor, that is a Difficult Question
The Cracked Acorn: The Foot Step
The Cracked Acorn: Three Crosses
The Cracked Acorn: Years Pass
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
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The 11hour of the 11th day of the 11th month – Veterans Day 2020
2022 YES Conference | Finding Your Balance for our high school students
Marlow Motors 75 Acts of Kindness extends to the House of Hope
Real Estate and Community News (June/July 2022) with Jen Avery, REALTOR
Together let’s make our community beautiful
Clubs and Community come together to keep our Greenway clean
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
“Wreaths Across America Day” will be celebrated December 19th
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
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Breakfast with Barry Lee – Dishing out ample servings of positivity, humor, and community spirit.
Savings interest rates may rise slowly
From farming to mapping the world: Meet Gladys West
The history of Independent Retailer Month
In pursuit of the well-trimmed lawn
Brick-by-brick: How LEGO solved financial struggles
3 interesting jobs in senior residences
Do you have what it takes to be a sprinkler fitter?
Career change: Why you should consult a career counselor
How to get more responses to your job ads
3 ways to make homemade ice cream
Indulge in summer street food
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5 of the best draft horse breeds
How will climate change impact agriculture?
How will climate change impact agriculture?
4 symptoms you shouldn’t ignore
How a school psychologist can help your child
Word games boost cognitive health
4 tips to prevent swimmer’s ear
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How to choose the right ceiling fan for your home
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What you need to know about compression stockings
Photography: more than a hobby
How seniors can deter thieves and prevent muggings
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5 tips for camping in your backyard
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Nature quiz: find the odd one out
What you need to know about head pressing in pets
Can you teach your dog to speak?
Adopting a pet duck: what you need to know
“I need to eat every three hours”
“Despite my name, I’m not from Guinea!”
How to prepare for a solo trip
5 good reasons to book your cruise early
How to pack your vehicle for a road trip
How to clean your tires and wheels
Is it safe for young children to sit in the front seat?
Fleet managers turn to electric cars
What to do when your engine overheats
Independence Day quiz: patriotic quotes
Why Independence Day is celebrated on July 4
The Declaration of Independence: What Does it Say?
The surprisingly messy history of flag cake
One of the biggest advantages of a boxed lunch is that your children can enjoy a homemade meal. Here are three handy rules to protect your children from food poisoning and keep their food fresh.
1. Keep food cool. Lunchbox contents can be kept cold right up to the moment they’re eaten with the help of one or two ice packs. You can also add a frozen water bottle or drink to your child’s meal.
2. Use correct containers. If a meal must be heated up, put it in an airtight and microwave-safe container. An insulated container, like a Thermos, is another way to serve hot food, especially if a microwave isn’t available. First, fill the container with hot water and let it sit for 10 minutes. Then, after pouring out the water, add the hot meal before sealing the Thermos.
3. Clean the lunchbox regularly. You should sanitize your child’s lunchbox several times per week by washing it with soap and hot water. If you notice an unpleasant smell, use a water and baking soda solution to get rid of it.
Are you looking for a new lunchbox for your child? Choose a model that lets you separate cold and warm foods.
Making sense of bots and algorithms
Don’t freak out, but there’s a good chance that bots have been spying on you. In fact, it’s possible that bots are snooping through your social media, looking at your browser history, and scouring any websites you own even as you read this article.
In the information age, bots and algorithms govern much of the digital world, and without them, many services folks use might not work — or at least would work differently.
Many technology companies now use a huge number of algorithms to guide the functioning of various software and hardware platforms. Log onto Twitter or Facebook, and you’ll be presented with a variety of posts, including trending stories and activities by your friends.
Bots, which are small software programs that scan data, use algorithms to figure out what to present to you.
Think back to your high school science classes and you might remember using algorithms to get bits of data — say, the acceleration of an object in motion. Then you may have plugged that data into another formula, like one to measure force upon impact.
Bots work similarly. They use numerous algorithms to gather and analyze data. A bot might use one algorithm to gather a bunch of data, say regarding shares and engagement on a social media platform. This data could then be plugged into other bots and algorithms, perhaps one that looks at geographical location and keywords that are trending in news sources. Another bot might look at your past posts to figure out topics you’re interested in. Working together, these bots could figure out what info to present to you.
Anyone who knows how the algorithms work could use that information to game the system. Folks with an intuitive feel for social media may grasp what’s trending without needing to worry about the specifics of bots and algorithms. Another organization, however, might try to uncover how the algorithms work to push their own agenda.
The controversy today is whether social media has constructed algorithms to allow only one point of view.
You see an algorithm and a bot at work if Facebook fact-checks your posts. If Facebook never fact-checks your posts, you fit well into what the algorithm will allow.
Do you share a birthday with a celebrity?
Chris Hemsworth, 39, actor (The Avengers), Melbourne, Australia, 1983.
1 – Jack O’Connell, 32, actor (Unbroken), Alvaston, Derby, England, 1990.
2 – Edward Furlong, 45, actor (Terminator 2), Glendale, CA,1977.
3 – Martha Stewart, 81, television personality (Martha Stewart Living), Nutley, NJ, 1941.
4 – Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, 41, former actress (Suits), born Rachel Meghan Markle, Los Angeles, CA, 1981.
5 – Jonathan Silverman, 56, actor (The Single Guy), Los Angeles, CA, 1966.
6 – Peter Bonerz, 84, actor (The Bob Newhart Show), Portsmouth, NH, 1938.
7 – Michael Shannon, 48, actor (Boardwalk Empire), Lexington, KY, 1974.
8 – Roger Federer, 41, tennis player, Basel, Switzerland,
9 – Jessica Capshaw, 46, actress (Grey’s Anatomy), Columbia, MO, 1976.
10 – Angie Harmon, 50, actress (Law & Order), Dallas, TX, 1972.
11 – Chris Hemsworth, 39, actor (The Avengers), Melbourne, Australia, 1983.
12 – Cara Delevingne, 30, model, actress (Suicide Squad), London, England, 1992.
13 – Kathleen Battle, 74, opera singer, Portsmouth, OH, 1948.
14 – Tim Tebow, 35, sportscaster, football player, Manila, Philippines, 1987.
15 – Anthony Anderson, 52, actor (Law & Order), writer, producer, Los Angeles, CA, 1970.
16 – Taika Waititi, 47, actor (What We Do in the Shadows), comedian, Wellington, New Zealand, 1975.
17 – Julian Fellowes, 73, producer (Downton Abbey), Cairo, Egypt, 1949.
18 – Andy Samberg, 44, comedian, actor (Saturday Night Live), Mill Valley, CA, 1978.
19 – Erika Christensen, 40, actress (Parenthood), Seattle, WA, 1982.
20 – Demi Lovato, 30, singer, actress (Camp Rock), Dallas, TX, 1992.
21 – Hayden Panettiere, 33, actress (Heroes), Palisades, NY, 1989.
22 – Cindy Williams, 74, actress (Laverne & Shirley), Van Nuys, CA, 1948.
23 – Jay Mohr, 52, actor (Jerry Maguire), comedian, Verona, NJ 1970.
24 – Alexander McCall Smith, 74, author, Bulawayo, Southern Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe), 1948.
25 – Blair Underwood, 58, actor (L.A. Law), Tacoma, WA, 1964.
26 – John Mulaney, 40, comedian, writer (Saturday Night Live), Chicago, IL, 1982.
27 – Sarah Chalke, 46, actress (Roseanne), Ottawa, ON, Canada, 1976.
28 – Quvenzhane Wallis, 19, actress (Beasts of the Southern Wild), Houma, LA, 2003.
29 – Lea Michele, 36, actress (Glee), the Bronx, NY, 1986.
30 – Michael Chiklis, 59, actor (The Shield), Lowell, MA, 1963.
31 – Sara Ramirez, 47, actress (Grey’s Anatomy), Mazatlan, Mexico, 1975.
Whether it’s your first or 15th festival, there are a number of items you should have on hand. Here’s what to bring.
The essentials Sunscreen, sunglasses, and an insulated water bottle should be at the top of your summer festival checklist. You should also bring facial tissues and lip balm. Wet wipes are practical for washing your hands and cleaning up small messes. Bring some cash as well in case the kiosks on site don’t accept debit or credit cards.
The right clothing Check the forecast and prepare for all potential weather conditions. A hat, sweater, windbreaker, and rain jacket will help protect you from the elements and ensure that a little rain won’t spoil your fun. Toss in a blanket as well to sit on during the day and curl up with at night.
The camera Whether it’s a cellphone or digital camera, you should bring a device to capture memories of your festival experience. Make sure it’s fully charged and free up as much storage space as possible. To ensure you don’t miss a single moment, pack an extra memory card and a portable charger.
The little extras A pair of binoculars will allow you to have a good view of the stage no matter where you’re standing. For optimal comfort, consider bringing folding chairs and a cooler, but only if these items are permitted on site.
Finally, if you purchased your tickets in advance, make sure you don’t leave the house without them.
COVID-19 For a safe and fun experience, familiarize yourself with the current public health measures before arriving at the venue, and make sure to bring any required documentation.
Back-to-school comes with a lot of expenses. In this one season, you must pay for much of the supplies your child will need throughout the year. If your back-to-school budget is tight, these five tips will help you save.
1. Get organized. You don’t have to buy everything brand new. Check whether some of last year’s supplies like school bags, pencils, and crayons are still in good condition. Then go ahead and cross those items off your list.
2. Stagger your shopping. You don’t need to buy everything at once. You may not need some items until later in the school year. Shop for these items over time, whenever the prices are lo¬west. It’ll take the pressure off your wallet by letting you spread the costs over several weeks or months.
3. Buy in bulk. This solution may cost more upfront but will help you save over the long term. You can keep a reserve of stationery on hand or share the cost among other parents.
4. Use customer loyalty cards. If you’re a regular in some stores, now’s the time to turn those points you’ve accumulated into dollars.
5. Choose house brands. Many stores offer products under their in-house brand of the same quality as popular name brands. This can be a good source of savings.
Visit your local retailers to stock up on discounts for back-to-school.
Basics first: Be sincere and don’t make the compliment too big or too small.
Be specific. Don’t say you’re good at your job, say it was a great report.
Show impact. Explain how the person positively impacted you.
If you receive a compliment, just say thank you. Don’t make a self-deprecating remark or feel you have to give a compliment in return.
Over the next few years, you may hear talk about the metaverse. If you’re not familiar with this term, here’s an overview of what you need to know.
What is it? The metaverse is a parallel universe that doesn’t exist in the material world. It’s entirely created by a computer. Rather than simply being viewed on a screen as a classic video game, the metaverse allows users to be physically immersed in the digital space by wearing a virtual reality headset.
How does it work? You can access the metaverse by wearing a virtual reality headset that fills your entire field of vision and gives the illusion of being in another world. You can move around and interact with the metaverse using a virtual version of yourself called an avatar. The avatar’s actions closely mimic your head movements and follow a joystick you hold in your hands.
For an even more immersive experience, you can wear special gloves that give you precise control over your virtual environment. You can also purchase costumes and accessories with sensors that allow your avatar to copy your gestures and provide tactile feedback. For example, if you’re engaged in a virtual sword fight, you’ll perceive a blow from the enemy via an electrical pulse.
What can you do? In addition to offering more realistic virtual adventures than ever before, the metaverse allows you to interact with other people without leaving your living room. For example, you can virtually meet up and play with your friends or work colleagues. Why not replace a boring business meeting via video conference with an unforgettable meeting on the top of a majestic mountain?
Does this alternate universe appeal to you?
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