Red pandas die at Smithsonian Front Royal campus
Two male red pandas died within about 24 hours at the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute in Front Royal. Initial necropsies found no conclusive cause of death, though extreme heat may have contributed. Remaining pandas were moved to climate controlled housing. no other illnesses reported. Red pandas are endangered since 2015 and endure habitat loss from logging and farming. The SCBI address is 1500 Remount Road in Front Royal.
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Council OKs HD cameras for gazebo in Front Royal
The Front Royal council approved a six thousand five hundred dollar purchase and donated wireless access points to re install high definition cameras at the downtown gazebo. The 6 megapixel cameras will use criminal asset forfeiture funds and replace older standard definition units removed in late 2015. Council member Beb him Egger opposed the plan.
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Jobless Rate Ticks Up in June in Virginia County
The Virginia Employment Commission reports the unemployment rate rose slightly in June to 3.8 percent, after 3.4 percent in April the county’s lowest since 2007. The current rate remains well below last year’s level.
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Remote reading meters roll out in Front Royal town upgrade
About 30 percent of Front Royal residents have had water meters replaced with remotely readable units. Interim Finance Director B J Wilson said meters fitted with transmitters send usage data by radio, enabling readings after heavy snowfall and alerting for leaks. Full conversion expected in three to five years.
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Trails Stay Closed After Bear Attack Near Dickey Ridge Center
Two trails near the Dickey Ridge Visitor Center remain closed after a mother bear and two cubs attacked a hiker on the Snead Farm Fire Road. A dog died from injuries, and officials advise leash rules, group hiking, and avoiding the area while monitoring continues.
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