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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Register for Alexandria Summer Rec Programs Beginning Feb. 23
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Alexandria’s Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities earlier today gave city residents a sneak preview of…
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Community Meeting: Potomac River Generating Site Plans, January 27
ALEXANDRIA, VA On Thursday, January 27 at 6:30 p.m., Hilco Redevelopment Partners (HRP) will host the seventh in a series of…
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Turkish Coffee Lady Opening in Old Town Alexandria, Saturday, January 22
ALEXANDRIA, VA – A woman-owned start-up business, Turkish Coffee Lady, is opening its coffee & culture house at 1001 King…
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Alexandria Fire Department Names Deputy Fire Chiefs
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Late yesterday afternoon the Alexandria Fire Department announced the appointments of Francis Doyle Jr.and Paul Ruwe as…
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WEATHER ALERT: Buildings Closed, Alexandria Students ZOOMING Only on Thursday, January 20, 2022
ALEXANDRIA, VA – All ACPS schools and offices will be closed for in-person learning and activities on Thurs., Jan. 20, 2022,…
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Old Town Festival of Speed & Style Donates $20K to Local Charities
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Over MLK Day weekend, the organizers of the Old Town Festival of Speed & Style presented by…
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Wesley Housing Receives $2.3 Million Amazon Grant to Redevelop Apartments in Arlandria
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Wesley Housing today announced the acquisition of the Parc Square Apartments, a six-building property in the Arlandria-Chirilagua…
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Career Educator Vice Mayor Amy Jackson Looking for Student Intern for Spring 2022 in Alexandria, Virginia
ALEXANDRIA, VA – The Office of the Vice Mayor is currently accepting applications for the Spring 2022 Student Internship Program. “As…
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Dedicated to Improving Alexandria Community, Del Pepper Retires After 36 Years on City Council
ALEXANDRIA, VA – From handing out literature at the polls in Omaha, Nebraska as a young girl to retiring from…
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Say Farewell to the Fairies of Del Ray—Just For Now!
ALEXANDRIA, VA – You might have noticed the petite doors and houses and stained glass windows hidden in the crooks…
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