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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12th Annual Alexandria Summer Sidewalk Sale Features Record Number of Stores
ALEXANDRIA, VA-One of the longest running seasonal summer shopping events returns to the D.C. region’s Shop Small destination for independent…
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Gladys Davis, Celebrated Alexandria Librarian of Over 60 Years, Passes at 100
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Gladys Howard Davis, who was born on June 7, 1921 and raised in Alexandria, Virginia, where she…
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Organizers of 9/11 Exhibit at Fashion Center at Pentagon City Seeking Sponsorships
This story has been updated with correct name of the exhibit’s location. ALEXANDRIA, VA-Still Standing – Still Free, Inc., a…
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LOCATIONS LISTED HERE: It’s Alexandria’s National Night Out on August 3 –Hot Dogs, Games, Block Parties
ALEXANDRIA, VA – The Alexandria Police Department, Fire Department, Sheriff’s Office and other City of Alexandria agencies will celebrate National Night…
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Calling All Alexandrians 100 Years of Age and Older for Special Celebration
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Do you know any Alexandrians who are 100 or more? The City of Alexandria, in collaboration with…
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Richmond Takes Aim at Gun Violence
By Paul Friedman Since the Democratic Party took hold of Richmond in 2019 with Governor Ralph Northam leading a friendly…
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Red Cross Reports Massive Blood Supply Shortage, Requesting Donors
ALEXANDRIA, VA-The American Red Cross is committed to patient care. That is why they continue to ask for blood donations.…
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Alexandria Native Serves with U.S. Navy Amphibious Squadron
By Rick Burke, Navy Office of Community Outreach ALEXANDRIA, VA – An Alexandria, Virginia native is serving with Commander, Amphibious…
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Applications for Cooling Assistance Currently Being Accepted in Virginia
ALEXANDRIA, VA – The Virginia Department of Social Services will again provide qualifying households with cooling assistance during the summer…
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Alexandria Thinks Departments Working Together Might Be a Good Idea and Launches Unified Planning Team
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Alexandria is thinking collaboration might be a good idea. Instead of three departments making decisions that affect…
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