5th Annual Clear the Shelters Day In Manassas Aug. 17

MANASSAS, VA — The community is encouraged to visit local animal shelters in the area and adopt a pet for the 5th annual Clear the Shelters Day special event. The Prince William County Police Department's animal control bureau's shelter will be participating from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the facility, which is located at 14807 Bristow Rd., Manassas.

The Prince William Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (PWSPCA) will cover the adoption fees for animals adopted on Aug. 17, and the Animal Control Bureau will cover the spay/neuter fees for animals adopted on Aug. 17. The PWSPCA-sponsored P.A.W. Express van alsowill be set up in the shelter's parking lot to help visitors view animals and get acquainted.