Parents are reminded that students entering sixth grade in Prince William County Public Schools this fall must present proof that they have had a tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (Tdap) booster shot within the past five years.

Rarely do we consider these fireworks as harmful even deadly; yet, fireworks are one of the biggest fire dangers to people and property. In a typical year, there are more U.S. fires reported on Independence Day than on any other day, accounting for 2 out 5 fires, more than any other cause of fires.

There are several blood drives in Manassas and Prince William County in June. To make an appointment to give blood, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

All three Prince William County Department of Social Services Offices will be closed on Thursday morning.

In the event of a disaster, if you must evacuate, the most important thing you can do to protect your pets is to evacuate them, too. If it's not safe for you to stay behind then it's not safe to leave pets behind either.

Volunteers are needed to test how fast life-saving medication can be distributed to the public. In the event of an emergency everyone in an affected area would pick up medicines at designated points of dispensing (PODs), such as Potomac Mills Costco in Woodbridge where the test will be held.

With hurricane season starting June 1, the State Corporation Commission’s (SCC) Bureau of Insurance reminds Virginians to consider their insurance options before the winds and rains arrive. This includes reviewing the details of your insurance policy to ensure you have the coverage you need.

Prince William County School of Practical Nursing will hold a Graduation and Capping Ceremony on Friday, June 5 at 6:30 p.m. at Osbourn Park High School. Twenty-eight students will be graduating as part of the class of 2015 while 52 students will receive their caps and lamps as part of this time-honored ceremony.