The King Sends Condolences to United Kingdom

The Office of His Majesty The King issued an official statement this morning expressing his sympathy and condolences to the British Royal Family following the death of the His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. He was 99. Her Majesty The Queen has called for a state of national mourning to be observed until the funeral.🎺

We Are Moving

The Royal Herald is moving to a new platform. After its first year on Google Sites, it has been decided that our nations' news service will move to WordPress. This decision will make our site more organized and accessible. This article will be updated as more information becomes available.🎺

UPDATE: The Royal Herald has secured a new URL for the transition to WordPress. The new web address is https://royalheraldnews.wordpress.com/.

King's Grandmother Dies

His Majesty The King’s grandmother, DeEtta, Duchess of Preston, passed away yesterday at the age of 79, according to a statement released this morning.

Born in Southern Idaho, she is the oldest of six children. She spent her childhood and teen years on a small farm, of which she happily enjoyed. She graduated from high school in 1960. From 1962-1964, she served a mission in Ireland for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, spending half of her mission as a secretary to the mission president. After returning home, she worked for the Church in Salt Lake City, serving as secretarial support for the Missionary Department. She was later counseled by Elder Gordon B. Hinckley to move to California, where she would meet her future husband. following that counsel, she moved to San Francisco, where she met her soulmate, David. They were later married in the Salt Lake Temple in 1969. The couple made their home in the Bay Area, where they lived for 40 years. They had four children along the way. Later in life, she retired and moved back to Southern Idaho, where she spent the rest of her joyous life.

She is survived by her husband of 51 years, her 4 children, 17 grandchildren, and 2 great-grandchildren. A private funeral will be held the following Saturday.

She was loved so very much, and will be deeply missed. The Royal Family requests that the public allow the family to mourn privately.🎺

“God be with you till we meet again!”

Jeremiah Eames Rankin

Death of George Floyd

HM King Matthew issued a statement this morning regarding the tragic death of George Floyd. George Floyd was an African-American man who died on May 25, 2020, after Derek Chauvin, a white Minneapolis police officer, knelt on Floyd’s neck for at least seven minutes while Floyd was handcuffed, lying face down on the road, and pleading for his life. The King expressed his love for those affected by this tragedy, and encouraged peaceful protests. He also stated his personal belief that God loves everyone, regardless of race.🎺

Honorary Water Commissioner

This morning, David LeWarne, Minister of Education, was awarded the title of Honorary Water Commissioner, according to a Royal Decree issued by the Office of the Monarch. This honorary title comes with no legal benefits or perks. David, who is currently a high school biology teacher, personally coached His Majesty The King in the sports of Cross Country and Track & Field. The two remain close friends, and frequently walk together. “LeWarne is a father figure to every student he touches”, says a spokesman who represents the school he teaches at.🎺

Stick Battle Ban

A Royal Decree was issued nationwide this morning, banning “all stick battles, stick throwing, and stick breaking.” These actions are illegal, unless proper eye protection and a permit is obtained. This decree was made after The King learned that his cousin, had his retina detached during a stick battle. Unless you want to be arrested for public endangerment, we advise the public to cease all aforementioned activities.🎺

UPDATE: 

The aforementioned decree was repealed on September 26, 2025.

2020 Biennial Census

The 2020 Biennial Census due date has been extended for those affected by this terrible virus. The Biennial Census, which asks various questions about the individual, helps create new laws and policy, according to the Citizens Affairs Office. It is strongly encouraged for all citizens to participate, because everyone is important.🎺

Click here to participate.

State of Emergency

This morning, HM King Matthew declared a State of Emergency. This important decision was made to slow the spread of COVID-19, according to royal sources. One aspect of this declaration is the locking down of the border, to prevent infectious people from entering the country. However, some people will be granted entry to deliver supplies and food, since we rely heavily on imported goods. It is discouraged for people to leave their homes for unnecessary purposes. Remember, it is important to do our part in stopping the spread of this virus.🎺

Official Statement

HM King Matthew released a statement this morning regarding the Coronavirus Pandemic. According to the statement, The Ministry of Liahonia has made temporary changes to how the government operates. The King also extended an invitation to the public to donate blood, medical supplies, and money to organizations in need. The statement ends with “Together, we can bring an end to this pandemic, and dig the grave for this invisible enemy.”🎺