September is Honey Month in Virginia. Some may ask, “Why honey?” or “Why September?” The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) has answers to those questions.

Manassas and Prince Williaam County Police are partnering to collect unwanted and unused drugs for the US Drug Enforcement Administration's tenth annual Drug Take-Back Day in Manassas and Woodbridge.

Many of us have received calls from individuals claiming to be from the Social Security Administration, local authorities, and even the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), who will never legitimately contact anyone by telephone! Please be aware that a new scam emerging is by a man claiming to be an agent of the U.S. Department of Treasury, asking you to speak with him so that you may “help them help you.”

Structure fires in dormitories, fraternities, sororities and barracks peak during September and October between 5 and 11 p.m. as well as on weekends, when students prepare snacks or cook meals. If your child resides in a dorm or off-campus residence, remain adamant in educating him or her on being aware and practicing fire safety.

“Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” high-visibility crackdown will run August 21st through the Labor Day holiday on September 7th. Prince William County Police, as well as law enforcement agencies throughout Virginia and the region, are targeting this time period because holiday weekends bring a surge in drunk-driving.

Greater Prince William Community Health Center invites the public to its Community Health Fair, Aug. 13-14, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., at its Woodbridge location, 4379 Ridgewood Center Drive. The annual event will be a day of family fun, with free medical screenings, wellness education, children’s activities and free lunch.

Dominion Virginia Power will broaden the funding and scope of its EnergyShare program to provide financial assistance, weatherization services and educational outreach to more qualifying customers, including people living with disabilities and military veterans facing financial hardships. The expansion begins Sept. 1.

American Red Cross urges blood donors to give in the final weeks of summer to help prevent a blood shortage. Donations are needed now to help ensure blood is available for patients in need. Donors with types AB, O negative, B negative and A negative blood are especially encouraged to donate.