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’s Animal Welfare League Is Certified Autism Center, Becomes First U.S. Animal Welfare Organization to Earn Designation
ALEXANDRIA, VA –The Animal Welfare League of Alexandria (AWLA) is now a Certified Autism Center. Awarded by the International Board…
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Nationally Acclaimed YA Author Ebony LaDelle Hosting Virtual Talk with Alexandria Library
Alexandria, VA – Ebony LaDelle, the author of the nationally acclaimed young adult novel “Love Radio,” will host a virtual…
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Recognizing Excellence in Alexandria: Friends of the Mount Vernon Trail Win 2023 Pickering Award
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Yesterday afternoon (April 23) Alexandria’s Environmental Policy Commission and Alexandria Renew Enterprises (AlexRenew) presented the 2023 Ellen…
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200 Gather at Alexandria’s Market Square for Annual Holocaust Remembrance
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Tuesday, April 18, 2023. The day dawned bright and blue, the sky a perfect cobalt hue. One wonders.…
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Black Family Reunion Event Happening at Alexandria’s Barrett Library on April 29th
Alexandria, VA – There are a lot of gaps to fill in when it comes to Alexandria’s African American history…
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Community Invited: 126th Anniversary Of Joseph McCoy’s Lamp Post Lynching To Be Marked In Alexandria, Sunday, April 23
ALEXANDRIA, VA – On Sunday, April 23, 2023 at 1:30 p.m., the community is invited to join members of…
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The “Who’s Who in Nonprofit World” Joined Forces for Spring2ACTtion’s Kickoff in Alexandria
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Get ready, get set, GO! The city of Alexandria is gearing up for its big annual giving…
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Now Accepting Nominations for 2023 Alexandria Beautification Commission Awards
ALEXANDRIA, VA – The Alexandria Beautification Commission is seeking nominations for the 2023 Alexandria Community Beautification Awards. Nominations are for…
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Alexandria Commission on Persons With Disabilities Seeking Award Nominees
ALEXANDRIA, VA-The Alexandria Commission on Persons with Disabilities is seeking nominees for various awards and a scholarship. Entries must be…
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DONATE NOW: Kathy Wilson Foundation Provides Free Developmental Screenings for Preschoolers in Alexandria
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Kathy Wilson was a passionate early childhood educator, advocate, and program leader. When she died 15 years…
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