Community Briefs
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AJ Dybantsa Is Giving Wizards Fans Something to Believe In
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Turns out, yes. The Debut That Lived Up to the Hype July 9, Utah Jazz, Thomas &…
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Yes, They’re Really Racing IndyCars Through the Heart of Washington
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Pennsylvania Avenue will trade motorcades for IndyCars this August as the inaugural Freedom 250 Grand Prix roars…
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Why Alexandria Isn’t Part of Washington, D.C.—The Surprising Story Behind July 9, 1846
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Have you ever wondered why Alexandria is part of Virginia instead of Washington, D.C.? Every year, July…
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Animal Welfare League of Alexandria Awarded $600,000 Grant
ALEXANDRIA, Va. (July 8, 2026) — The Animal Welfare League of Alexandria (AWLA) has received a $600,000 PetSmart Charities® Incubator…
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The Zebra Ranks the 10 Best Places to Watch Alexandria’s Birthday Fireworks
How We Ranked Them: Every year, Alexandrians ask us, “Where’s the best place to watch the fireworks?” So our editorial…
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Alexandria’s Julie Carey Retires After More Than 30 Years at NBC4
Alexandria, VA – After more than 30 years covering Northern Virginia, longtime Alexandria resident and NBC4 reporter Julie Carey is…
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Rotary Club of Alexandria Awards $97K in Grants to 34 Alexandria Nonprofits
Alexandria, VA – The Rotary Club of Alexandria awarded $97,000 in grants to 34 local nonprofits during its annual grants…
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Alexandria’s Neighbor – Treasure Hunt at Arlington’s Flea Market
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Before the fireworks begin, spend your Independence Day treasure hunting at one of Northern Virginia’s favorite community…
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Alexandria Early Voting Begins June 18 for August Primary Election
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Early voting for the August 4, 2026, Dual Party Primary Election begins Thursday, June 18, in the City…
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Alexandria Approves Old Town North Power Plant Redevelopment
Alexandria, VA – Alexandria City Council has unanimously approved the first phase of HRP Group’s redevelopment of the former Potomac River…
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