Homebuyers and architecture buffs can explore the region’s most innovative single family homes, custom homes, townhomes, condominiums, and active adult offerings April 26-27 when a wide array of homes—both newly built and remodeled–are open for inspection.

The Prince William County Police Department honored the life and service of Officer Chris Yung Dec. 31, 2013 with a portrait unveiling ceremony on the first anniversary of his line-of-duty death.

Habitat for Humanity invites community residents to attend a free Homeownership Information Meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2014, from 4 to 5 p.m. at the Georgetown South Community Center. Habitat is looking for a family that would be interested in a two-bedroom home in Manassas.

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

With the ending of Daylight Saving Time on Nov. 3 and shorter days, many motorists will be commuting in the dark, increasing the likelihood of their vehicle colliding with a deer who are active because it's breeding season, says Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries (DGIF).

All Virginia State Parks remain open for business during this prime fall season,” said DCR’s State Parks Director Joe Elton. “Schedules have not changed, reservations are being honored, and all programs remain intact," he said.

Local wildlife at the Potomac River National Wildlife Refuge(NWR) Complex-- at Woodbridge, Lorton and Fairfax sites-- will have to survive without the watchful eyes of the US Fish and Wildlife Service until the federal government's funding of government services issues are resolved.

Representatives from the AARP, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the Social Security Administration, and the Federal Trade Commission will join Congressman Connolly at a senior issues forum Sept. 5 from 3 to 5 p.m. in Lake Ridge VA.