Members of the U.S. Armed Forces, veterans and their families often qualify for special tax benefits. An IRS news release describes some of the most common deductions and exclusions and tells where to get more information.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection sent to the Federal Register on Friday, Dec. 13, a Final Rule to broaden the definition of “members of a family residing in one household” to more accurately reflect relationships. It could take effect in 30 days.

The Drive Thru Living Nativity scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 14 has been rescheduled to Sunday, Dec. 15 from 5:30-8:30 PM. This is a FREE event for the community. 8899 Sudley Road, Manassas VA 20110.

Due to the inclement weather anticipated for tomorrow, December 14th, the Manassas Park Light Parade will be cancelled.

Hundreds of middle and high school students from throughout the region will gather Saturday, December 14th in Haymarket to test their teamwork and engineering skills in a high-tech and high-energy ROBOTICS CONTEST.

Here are a few tips from the Alliance to Save Energy for the brightest (and least costly!) holiday yet:

The School Board of the City of Manassas Business Meeting/Work Session that was scheduled for December 10, 2013 has been rescheduled for Monday, December 16, 2013 at approximately 6:30 p.m.

The Internal Revenue Service Farmer’s Tax Guide is now available on the IRS.gov website for use in preparing upcoming 2013 tax returns. The publication contains information on the farming business either as an owner or tenant.

Manassas VA city police department's crime report for Wednesday, Dec. 11. 2013.