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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Inmate Reentry Program in Alexandria Honors First Graduates
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Five inmates successfully completed In2Work, a vocational program from Aramark, the food service contractor at the…
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The Life and Demise of the Charles Macalester
By Jay Roberts Alexandria, VA – “For Sale. Well known to thousands of Washingtonians. Famous excursion boat. Capacity 1,550 passengers.”…
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Early Voting Began September 23 for November 8 General Election
Alexandria, VA – Early voting began September 23 for the November 8 General Election. The deadline to vote early is…
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Departmental Progressive Club Celebrates Its 95th Anniversary
Alexandria, VA – Since 1927 the Departmental Progressive Club, Inc. (DPC) – given the name because its founders were federal…
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By Land or By Sea, Dig a Little Deeper This Month
Alexandria, VA – Alexandria may be the only city with an on-call archeologist: Alexandria Archeology. This group of local experts…
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Art on the Avenue in Del Ray, Alexandria Postponed
Alexandria, VA For only the second time in its 27-year history, Art on the Avenue is postponed, due to the…
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Alexandria Native Serves U.S. Navy at Navy Talent Acquisition Group Carolina
By Stephanie Fox, Navy Office of Community Outreach ALEXANDRIA, VA – Petty Officer 1st Class Emily Cirocco, a native of…
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Now Accepting Nominations: 2022 Alexandria Community Beautification Award
ALEXANDRIA, VA – The Alexandria Beautification Commission is seeking nominations for the 2022 Alexandria Community Beautification Awards. The Commission is…
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New Affordable Family Housing Community Waypoint Opens at Fairlington
ALEXANDRIA, VA–“There’s No Place Like Home” — for 90 potential new households at The Waypoint at Fairlington. Located near…
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Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 609 Charters Alexandria Cub Scouts
By Joe Pallone ALEXANDRIA, VA -VFW Post 609 has become the chartering partner for Cub Scout Pack 301 and Scout…
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