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Another Tin Heart… and Extra-Large Grippy Socks
A pacemaker generator replacement brought financial uncertainty, hospital humor, a new tin heart, and extra-large grippy socks. Along the way, friends, family, and neighbors offered encouragement, reminding me how many people were looking out for me through recovery. Read More
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Flock Privacy, E. Wilson Access, and School Capacity in Warren County
I used three minutes of public comment to raise questions about Flock privacy and retention, teacher access at E. Wilson Morrison, downtown parking, and whether Warren County should take another look at school capacity after the emergency closure. Read More
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Data Centers, AI, Security, and the Risks Warren County Should Consider
Recent articles highlight differing perspectives on the data center debate, emphasizing cybersecurity and community impact. Concerns about technological risks and infrastructure demands raise questions about future planning, regulatory standards, and local financial implications regarding data centers. Read More
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Correcting History, One Character at a Time
After correcting 7,626 errors in third-party digitized Warren County newspapers, I tested OCR and AI models to see whether they could improve archival search. But the archive’s rules ask: How can people contribute responsibly with AI assistance? Read More
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Following the Money on Warren County Airport Projects
A compilation of April, May, and September 2026 Warren County meetings traces my questions about airport hangars, grants, and local spending. I also explain why I welcomed runway funding while asking what remained in its budget. Read More
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Supporting Skydive Front Royal at the Warren County Airport
At the September 15, 2026 Warren County Board of Supervisors meeting, I spoke in support of leasing airport space to Skydive Front Royal. Here’s why I believe the business brings visitors and attention to our community. Read More
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Stop It: A Public Comment on Censorship and Accountability in Warren County
Criticized deleted comments on social media, emphasized the need for an official policy, and called for accountability among Warren County board of supervisors facing legal issues, concluding with a firm plea: “Stop it.” Read More
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A Common-Sense Fix for County Social Media
Royal Examiner: I urged Warren County to review county-affiliated social media accounts, restore improperly hidden comments, adopt a formal moderation policy, document deleted or restricted content, and train account managers on First Amendment and public-records responsibilities. Read More
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Seeing Front Royal Through Dad’s Eyes
My father spent a day exploring Front Royal with me following the loss of his wife. Together, we visited community landmarks, met remarkable people, and discovered that the town’s greatest strength isn’t its places, but the relationships that connect them. Read More
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Protect Warren County Before Expanding Industrial Uses
I urged the Warren County Planning Commission to reject the proposed data center zoning amendment and instead strengthen countywide industrial standards addressing noise, generators, mechanical equipment, monitoring, citizen complaints, and meaningful enforcement for all future industrial development. Read More