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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Inova Alexandria Hospital Brings Peer Recovery To the Emergency Room
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Addiction is a national crisis. According to the CDC, drug overdoses in the U.S. claimed 87,000 lives…
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After Repeated and Record-Breaking Stormwater Damage, Alexandria Names a New Flood Czar
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Alexandria City Manager Mark Jinks has announced the appointment of Daniel Medina, Ph.D., P.E., as Flood Action Alexandria…
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Community Invited To Virtual Meeting for Alexandria Pool Redesign Oct. 6
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Previously The Zebra Press has reported on the redesign of Colasanto Pool at 2700 Mt. Vernon Ave.…
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Lee-Fendall House Chronicles the History of the Cocktail
Alexandria, VA — The Lee-Fendall House Museum celebrated the origins and history of the humble yet mighty cocktail in a…
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Local Documentary Explores ‘The Pits’ Before It Was Kingstowne
ALEXANDRIA, VA – For me, the gravel pits behind Hayfield Secondary School was the local fishing hole – at age…
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Captivating Artwork and Architecture Command Center Stage in Hollin Hills House & Garden Tour
Alexandria, VA — Resuming a long tradition interrupted by the pandemic last year, Hollin Hills hosted its biennial House &…
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Prepare for Flu Season: Alexandria Health Department Offering Free Shots Oct. 2
ALEXANDRIA, VA – With the arrival of fall comes flu season. According to the CDC, people 65 years or older…
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Sold-Out Crowd Watches Alexandria Titans Score Big Under New Lights
ALEXANDRIA, VA- The opening of the newly renovated Parker-Gray Memorial Stadium to a sold-out crowd was mostly led by the…
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Go for a Ride: Alexandria Library Hosting Bike Ride To Showcase Local Art Oct. 2
ALEXANDRIA, VA-Up for a bike ride? Alexandria Library invites you to take part in a three and a half mile…
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Senator Mark Warner Makes PSA at Goodwin House Ahead of World Alzheimer’s Day
ALEXANDRIA, VA–On Friday, September 17, Senator Mark Warner made a virtual public service announcement at Goodwin House Alexandria in support…
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