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: 6000 Participants Gather for the Annual Alexandria Turkey Trot
ALEXANDRIA, VA- 6,000 people from Alexandria and D.C. area gathered for the 48thAlexandria Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Day. a fun-filled Thanksgiving…
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December Meetings Scheduled to Discuss Fort Ward Park Playground Relocation
ALEXANDRIA, VA-For the last year, the City of Alexandria has been working on a plan to improve the Fort Ward…
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PHOTOS: Santa and the Community Come Together for Alexandria Tree Lighting
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Santa was on stage to help the Mayor and City Council officially light Alexandria’s Christmas tree at…
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PHOTOS: Folks Flocked to the Alexandria Cider Festival to Taste and Learn
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Alexandria’s Cider Festival at The Lloyd House, 220 North Washington Street, on Saturday, November 18, was picture…
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Lawhorne and Porter Named Grand Marshals of the 48th Annual Alexandria Turkey Trot
ALEXANDRIA, VA – In recognition of their service to the City of Alexandria, retired Alexandria Sheriff Dana Lawhorne and retired…
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Alexandria’s Carpenter’s Shelter Opens Second, 64-Bed Shelter on Mill Rd.; Now Hiring
ALEXANDRIA, VA-Carpenter’s Shelter is expanding. The nonprofit that supports people without a home and those transitioning from homelessness has signed…
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New Events Planned for First Night Alexandria This Year
ALEXANDRIA, VA- First Night Alexandria is a treasured tradition. Held on New Year’s Eve for 29 years, it is an…
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Alexandria Earns Third Straight Perfect Score on Municipal Equity Index
ALEXANDRIA, VA-The City of Alexandria earned a perfect score on the Human Rights Campaign’s (HRC) Municipal Equity Index (MEI) for…
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Volunteer Alexandria Holding Annual Toy Drive Until Dec. 14
ALEXANDRIA, VA-The holiday season is the time for giving. Volunteer Alexandria (VolALX) is holding its annual toy drive until Dec.…
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Bring Your Turkey!! 16th Annual FREE Turkey Fry at Medium Rare in Cleveland Park in DC
Washington, DC – This Thanksgiving, the public and media are once again invited to fly, drive, metro, or just walk…
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