To address this, Congress passed a new Flag Act in 1818, reverting to the original design with 13 stripes to honor the original 13 colonies. From then on, only stars would be added to represent new ...

After listening to your comments last night, it seems to me that you don't fully understand what "public library" means. It does not mean that is is controlled by a government. It means the following ...

Barbara “Barbie” Dalton Dressler, 69, of Rixeyville, Virginia, and formerly of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was a devoted mother ...

Sustainable forestry is a critical conservation effort that significantly impacts agriculture. When forests are managed responsibly, they can create numerous benefits for farming. Here are four ways ...

The 4th of July is one of the most cherished holidays in the United States. It’s a time for fireworks, cookouts, and celebrating with friends and family. But while the day is meant for fun, it’s also ...

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Doris V. Dawson, 89, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 27, 2025, at the Blue Ridge Hospice Inpatient Care Center in Winchester. A funeral service will be held on Monday, ...

On their fourth date, a tech entrepreneur asked his new companion—a successful marketing executive—if she’d ever consider a prenuptial agreement. Her reply was simple and unexpected: “I will if you ...

Dixie Ann “Dee” Dawson, 63, of Fredericksburg, Virginia, passed away on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at her home. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at 2 p.m. at Maddox Funeral ...

Local business owners filled the room at the Front Royal-Warren County Chamber of Commerce recently for a lively and eye-opening session led by Andy Gyurisin, Director of the Laurel Ridge Small ...

In today’s competitive housing market, scoring a deal on a home can feel like chasing a dream. But for buyers willing to be patient and flexible, short sales remain a potential path to savings. Though ...