Frederick county sheriff’s department warns of scam
Frederick County Sheriff’s Department is warning citizens of scammers who are calling and saying that you have missed jury duty.
They are identifying themselves as employees of the Sheriff’s department and are trying to collect money over the phone.
Hang up!
The Frederick County Sheriff’s Office will not call you or request money for missing jury duty.
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Local school onboard for the 15th annual Camping for Hunger
The River 95.3 is gearing up for the 15th year of Camping for Hunger, it is not too late to start collecting nonperishable food.
We have learned that Dominion Ridge Academy (DRA), who have been a part of Camping for Hunger for the last 14 years, will start their collection next week.
DRA has introduced weekly themes to encourage donations through their school.
If your group or organization would like more on this event or what to donate, please visit theRiver953.com.
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Public power day is approaching in Front Royal
The Town of Front Royal invites you to come join in celebrating the Front Royal Energy Services on Public Power Day, October 5th.
The Front Royal Energy Services and more than 2000 other utility companies across the county are not for profit and public owned.
This year Front Royal Energy Service is celebrating 129 years of community service.
The public is invited to find out more about the benefits of living in a safe, reliable, and affordable electric community.
This family friendly event will happen from 5 to 8 pm at the Gazebo on Main Street.
Activities include:
- Electric safety demonstrations
- Touch-a-truck opportunities
- Free swag and kid zone
- Free tree giveaways from the Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee and Tree Stewards and more!
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Last day to help the National Park
Have you seen the Spotted Lantern Fly?
This is an invasive species to the Shenandoah Valley and Shenandoah National Park is collecting data.
Through the end of the day, September 30th, you can report sightings of the species to the app iNaturalist.
Snap a photo of the Spotted Lantern Fly, and report when and where you found it.
If you do not have service at that time, that is not a problem, report it when you are back in service.
The Shenandoah National Park appreciates your help with this project.
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Confirmed rabies case in Warren County
On September 14th, Warren County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a sick or injured cat on Oregon Hollow Road.
Upon arrival, officers discovered a caged feline and several other cats on the property.
They observed signs of a possible rabies infection in the caged cat and transported it to a local veterinary clinic.
The staff agreed with the observations, and it was humanely euthanized.
On September 20th, the Sheriff’s Office was notified that the samples sent for testing were positive for rabies.
The Warren County Health Department is urging residents to have their pets vaccinated for rabies and avoid unfamiliar animals.
A link for additional information and official press release is found here.
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FCPR Pool pawty postponed to Monday September 25
The Pool Pawty and Charity Dog Walk for today have been rescheduled.
Frederick County Parks and Rec is thrilled to announce a scaled downed doggie dip for Monday night, September 25th.
This event will solely be a swimming session.
There will be a $5 entry fee per dog.
If you signed up for the charity walk portion of the event, there is a plan for you too!
The dog walk will be held virtually, please pick up your swag on Monday night.
All proceeds from this event still go toward supporting the Esther Boyd Animal Shelter.
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Biology Conservation Institute welcomes cheetah cubs
On September 12th, 5 new cheetah cubs were born at Front Royal’s Smithsonian Biology Conservation Institute.
Mother Echo and the three boys and two girls appear to be strong and healthy.
The veterinary team says that the cubs are active, strong, and vocal.
These arrivals mark 81 cheetah cub births for the Smithsonian Biology Conservation Institute.
See Echo and the cubs cuddle, sleep, and play here.
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Route 7 night closures
VDOT is reporting that Route 7 Westbound will have single lane closures as needed between Blue Ridge Mountain Road and Shepherds Mill Road for rock and soil testing, 8 p.m. to 9 a.m. on Sunday and Monday nights, September 24-25.
Route 7 Eastbound and westbound single lane closures between River Road and Route 7 Business just east of Berryville for shoulder widening and rumble strip installation.
Eastbound lane closures 9:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. weekdays.
Westbound lane closures between 8 p.m. and 1 p.m. weekdays or weeknights.
Estimated completion December 2023.
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Tropical storm Ophelia update
Virginia State Police encourages Virginians to plan ahead as Tropical Storm Ophelia makes her way inland.
If you must travel during the storm, please slow down, this will give you more time to safely react to the wet conditions.
Never drive through standing water and do not tail gate.
Be sure to buckle up and stay off your phones.
Lastly, make sure you have plenty of gas and that your vehicle is running properly.
For the latest on road closures, please call 511 on your cell phone.
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Car seat safety check
In 2021, 740 children under the age of 13 were killed in passenger vehicle accidents and more than 100,000 were injured.
More than 36 percent of these children who died were unrestrained.
Warren County Sheriff’s Office is inviting the public to come out today, September 23rd.
Between the hours of 10 am and 2 pm to speak with their safety seat technicians.
They can answer your questions and ensure that your child’s safety seat is properly installed.
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