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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Alexandria Native McClain Brooks is Second Generation Cherry Blossom Princess
Alexandria, VA – During this spring, Alexandria natïve Cynthia McClain Brooks, a graduate of Episcopal High School, and currently a…
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George Washington Prayed Here: Historic Christ Church in Alexandria, Virginia Celebrates 250 Years of Faith
Alexandria, VA – Alexandria’s historic Christ Church is celebrating its 250th anniversary this year. The Georgian-style church, completed in 1773…
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140 Supporters Gather at Riverfront Home to Celebrate Twig’s 90th Anniversary
Alexandria, VA – A little rain did not deter 140 people from descending on a large house on the banks…
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Alexandria’s Largest Black-Tie Event of the Year: The 37th Scholarship Fund of Alexandria Gala!
Alexandria, VA – At the sold-out marquee event of the spring, 500 of Alexandria’s philanthropists, community leaders, and educators were…
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Plastic Crisis Inspires Children’s Art Show at Alexandria Library
Alexandria, VA – For the last six months, a group of kids between 8 and 10 years old at…
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Burke & Herbert Bank Now Trades on Nasdaq
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Burke & Herbert Bank & Trust Company, one of Alexandria’s oldest businesses, announced this week that its bank…
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Bite Back Against Mosquitoes in Alexandria With Project No Bites
Alexandria, VA – Summer is nearly upon us. Warm breezes blow through full trees, and the oppressive pollen is finally…
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For Sale: Alexandria Home of John and Jackie Kennedy’s Personal Secretary in Desirable Belle Haven Neighborhood for Less than a Million
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Jackie O spent time here. So did the kids. “Mrs. Kennedy and her chillden, Caroline and John…
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It’s Open! Retired Councilwoman Del Pepper Cuts Ribbon of New 10-Story Del Pepper Community Resource Center in Alexandria
ALEXANDRIA, VA – With scissors as large as herself, Redella “Del” Pepper cut the ribbon, officially opening the Redella S.…
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Record Breaking $2.8M Raised for Alexandria Nonprofits in 24 hours During Spring2ACTion
ALEXANDRIA, VA— In a press release this morning, Heather Peeler, President and CEO at ACT of Alexandria shared the news…
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