This August, we are continuing our Here to Help series with special back to school segments. We'll give you the information you need to get your kids ready for back to school without breaking the bank.  Join us Tuesdays at 7:00 and Thursdays at 6:00 for ways to creatively and effectively cut back on school costs.

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Tax Savings: Josh Farmer tells you everything you need to know about the Virginia Tax-Free Back to School holiday weekend.

Explaining the Cutbacks: Margaret McHugh gives you ways to help your children understand the need to spend less on back to school supplies this year.

Discount Dorm Room: What’s really needed in a dorm? Ashley Singh brings the college-bound student creative and cost-effective ways to furnish a dorm room.

School Clothes Bargains: Margaret McHugh goes clothes shopping for great back to school deals at your local secondhand shop.

Lowering Medical Expenses: Keeping kids healthy can be expensive, that's why Dhomonique Ricks offers ways to save money on dental and medical costs.

Book Bag Makeover: Who says it has to be new to be cool? Shelley Basinger brings old book bags to life by using creativity and very little money.

Extracurricular Savings: All those school activities can really add up! Brian Damewood explores ways to save money on band, orchestra, sports, etc.  

School Lunch: Bring vs. Buy: We all know the importance of eating right during the growing years, but at what cost? Sarah Bloom looks into the pros and cons of buying versus packing school lunch.

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