Community News Alexandria Virginia
Community News Alexandria VA brings you the latest hyper-local updates from across the City of Alexandria. From neighborhood stories and civic events to school happenings, public safety, business highlights, and inspiring community voices, this category keeps residents informed and connected. The Zebra Press delivers trusted, uplifting, and timely reporting that reflects Alexandria’s vibrant people, culture, and places—helping readers stay engaged with what’s happening right here at home.
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PHOTOS: Sixteen Couples Say ‘I Do’ on Halloween in Old Town Alexandria
Black lace, a powdered wig and wedding cake set the scene for the second annual Halloweddings at the Athenaeum.
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5 Best Thanksgiving Desserts to Try at Alexandria-Area Bakeries and Restaurants
Alexandria, VA – Thanksgiving desserts don’t have to stop at pumpkin pie. Good Company makes doughnuts for the holiday breakfast…
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Recreate Washington’s Famous Crossing and Win Big at Mount Vernon!
Mount Vernon is challenging families, students, and creative minds to recreate Washington Crossing the Delaware for a chance to win…
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ACHS Marching Titans Earn Five Straight Superior Ratings!
Alexandria City High School's Marching Titans earned five straight Superior ratings at the 2026 VBODA marching assessment. Watch the students…
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North Old Town Sewer Project Could Reduce Basement Backups—Residents Get a Preview Wednesday, Nov. 4
Alexandria plans a November 4 open house on a Colonial Avenue sewer project intended to reduce basement backups.
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From Kobe to Alexandria: Japanese Students Spend a Day at Hayfield
A student exchange dating to 2014 brought cultural presentations, classroom visits and new international friendships to Hayfield Secondary School.
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A Maryland Estate Sale Worth the Drive From Alexandria
Remember the Hargroves' spectacular Christmas Lane? The family's Holly Springs Farm opens October 30–November 1 for a massive estate sale…
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Top 10 Residential Proxy Servers for SEO Monitoring
Search results are no longer the same for everyone, and that makes rank tracking harder than it looks.
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And the Winners Are! Alexandria’s Best in Business for 2026
The Chamber ALX has announced its 2026 Best in Business Awards winners. Jen Walker, Full Strength Physical Therapy, and six…
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Kitty Porterfield, Founder of Scholarship Fund of Alexandria, Dies at 85
Kitty Porterfield, founder of the Scholarship Fund of Alexandria and a 2025 Living Legend, died at 85. Her legacy includes…
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