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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Author, Activist and Documentarian Tess Banion Loving Relocation to Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA – If you see Tess Banion walking about Old Town, you may wonder if you’ve had an Anna…
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78-Year-Old Alexandrian Tries for 38th Marine Corps Marathon
Alexandria, VA – (Editor’s note: David Holland did not participate in the official Marine Corps Marathon 2021; but he did…
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Recent Gifts to Improve MedStreet’s Care on the Streets
Alexandria, VA – When it rains, it pours. For the volunteer staff at MedStreet, the Alexandria nonprofit that provides free…
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100 Block of King Street Becomes Pedestrian Friendly—Permanently
Alexandria, VA – The 100 block of King Street has officially become pedestrian friendly on a permanent basis. The City…
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9/11 Photography Exhibit Wraps Up
Alexandria, VA – The nonprofit, Still Standing—Still Free, Inc., hosted a 9/11 twentieth anniversary photography exhibit at the Fashion…
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Volunteers Needed at Arlington National Cemetery
Alexandria, VA – Visit Arlington National Cemetery and you will see flowers lining the graves in tribute to those who…
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SURVEY: Most Alexandrians Get Creative with Treats, and Say 2021 Halloween Will Be Back to Normal
ALEXANDRIA, VA – “We pass out MariBeth’s Bakery spooky decorated Halloween cookies,” said one respondent when asked what their household…
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Drive in Alexandria? City To Resume Enforcement of Vehicle Registration Decals and More Dec. 1
ALEXANDRIA, VA – If you drive in Alexandria, this is news you need to know. Beginning Wednesday, Dec. 1, the…
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Local Couple Canoes 100 Block of King Street in Old Town Alexandria During Flood
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Channel 7 reporter Victoria Sanchez captured the light-hearted attitudes among many in Old Town Alexandria as high-tide…
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Torpedo Factory in Alexandria CLOSED Saturday, October 30 Due to High Waters
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Due to the flooding activity in Old Town Alexandria, the Torpedo Factory Art Center (located at 105 N.…
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