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.

Prince William County VA Police Department's crime reports fro Wednesday, March 20, 2013

Manassas city manager John A. Budesky notified City Council March 18 that for the sake of his family, he would need to relocate to the Hanover, VA area to take part in the health care of an ailing family member. Budesky announced today that he will take a position in the Richmond area.

If you use part of your home for your business, you may qualify to deduct expenses for the business use of your home. Here are six facts from the IRS to help you determine if you qualify for the home office deduction.

Foreign-educated immigrants often struggle to find jobs in the U.S. that match the education and experience obtained previously in their home country. Northern Virginia Community College is hosting two events April 2-3 to help skilled immigrants pursue further education, obtain professional licensing or certification, and find suitable employment in the United States.

On March 26 at Four Points by Sheraton in Manassas, The Prince William Committee of 100 will host a program to discuss the Federal Budget Sequester and the effects on Northern Virginia.

Manassas VA city police department's crime report for Monday, March 18, 2013

Get tips and techniques on composting from WTOP’s “Garden Guru” Mike McGrath, local Virginia Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners and Prince William Soil and Water Conservation District at Prince William County Compost Awareness Day event on Saturday, May 4.

Learn how to monitor bluebirds, investigate vernal pools, facilitate camera trapping for the Smithsonian, monitor stream health, and more through the Master Naturalist training at Merrimac Farm that starts May 23.