Santa’s visit to Virginia may be brief each year, but it’s still vitally important to our state agricultural industry that his reindeer are healthy,” VDACS State Veterinarian Dr. Charlie Broaddus said. “It’s a privilege to issue permits for entry for Santa, and I hope he enjoys some fresh local Virginia milk and that the reindeer get plenty of Virginia grown carrots during their visit.”

Prince William County Police Department's May 9 Crime Report

No one hurt in a May 4 fire on Old Carolina Road in Gainesville

A fundraiser at Battlefield High School was held May 7 to raise funds for a new Gainesville library. Thousands of Legos were available for those who wanted to build something cool. Many youngsters came out to enjoy the day. They could bounce in the moonbounce, check out the many vendors, buy some used books or bid on more than 70 silent-auction items.

Shala Darwin, an elementary school counselor who loves her work with children, has been chosen "Counselor of the Year" by the Prince William Regional Counselors Association.

Virginia Association of School Superintendents names Dr. Gail Pope of Manassas City Schools as top superintendent among 20 counties and cities in Region IV.

Hundreds of people were recognized for their volunteer work for Manassas City government and Manassas City schools.

Correcting a 5/11/11 story with wrong dates. New Dominion Choraliers' Celtic music concerts are May 14-15.

Prince William County Police Department's May 6 crime report.