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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Viral Santa Claus Video Asks Alexandria City Manager Mark Jinks to Raise Pay for Police and Firefighters
ALEXANDRIA, VA – A new one-minute video with “Santa Claus” is going viral on local social media which addresses Alexandria…
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Lee Street Halloween Tradition Returns
ALEXANDRIA, VA–One stretch of Lee Street in Old Town, dozens of houses, and hundreds of families will be happy to…
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Nelly’s Needlers Raises Over $1 Million for Woodlawn
ALEXANDRIA, VA–The volunteer group, Nelly’s Needlers, has raised over $1 million in support of Woodlawn & Frank Lloyd…
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Bird Three Scooters Coming to Arlington, Virginia
ARLINGTON, VA – Bird is rolling out its Bird Three, the world’s most eco-friendly shared scooter, in Arlington. “Arlington will…
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Civic Leader and Pastor Matthew Gillette Dies Unexpectedly
ALEXANDRIA, VA – The Alexandria community is in shock regarding the devastating news that civic leader and pastor Matthew Gillette,…
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PLANT NOW: Alexandria City Selling Trees from $27-$55 to Residents Through November 15
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Alexandria possesses a certain charm in the fall, and some of it is related to the beauty…
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Celebrate the Right To Vote at the First Sunday Voting Day Extravaganza Oct. 24
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Election Day is Nov. 2. That’s a little more than a week away. On Sunday, Oct. 24,…
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With Free Service, DASH Ridership Increased by 26% in September
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Following the launch of the fare-free New DASH Network on Sept. 5, DASH has seen significant increases…
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Stray Pets Sitting in Alexandria Shelter – Do You Know this Lost Dog or Cat?
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Have you lost a pet recently or know someone who has? Do you know these stray animals?…
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Dispose of Unneeded Medications in Alexandria on Oct. 23
ALEXANDRIA, VA – National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is Saturday, Oct. 23. The DEA started the day to give…
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