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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Alexandria Film Festival Premieres “Becoming Wild” by Jane Pittman
Alexandria, VA – Filmmaker Jane Pittman might legitimately be called a nature narrator, one focused on the environmental surroundings of…
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2026 Revolutionary War Quarter Launch at Mount Vernon Draws Crowds
Alexandria, VA – Imagine being 7-year-old Levi Carey traveling from the Los Angeles area to Mount Vernon in Alexandria to…
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Marian Van Landingham Dies at 88; Led Creation of Alexandria’s Torpedo Factory Arts Center
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Marian A. Van Landingham—an artist, political leader, and driving force behind the transformation of Alexandria’s waterfront into a…
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Alexandria Plants Pinwheel Garden for Child Abuse Prevention
ALEXANDRIA, VA — In recognition of Child Abuse Prevention Month, Alexandria Celebrates Women, in partnership with Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN)…
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Alexandria Entrepreneur Turns Personal Struggle into Opportunities for Youth in the Trades
Alexandria, VA – After building a successful career in the skilled trades, Alexandria resident Roberto Gomez is transforming personal hardship…
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AWLA’s Pawfect Match of the Week: Meet Billie Jean!
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Gender: Female Age: 5 Years Weight: 63 pounds Color: Tan About Me:Hi, I’m Billie Jean—five years young,…
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Did You Know There’s a Way to Check TSA Lines Before You Go to the Airport?
ALEXANDRIA, VA – If you’ve been through Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, Washington Dulles International Airport or Baltimore/Washington International Airport lately,…
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Say “I Do” Aboard Alexandria’s Own Love Boat This May 15
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Looking for a wedding story as timeless as Alexandria itself? This May 15, couples can quite literally…
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Tickets Available for the Scholarship Fund of Alexandria’s Ruby Gala, April 18
ALEXANDRIA, VA – If you’ve lived in Alexandria long enough, you know this is one of the nights when Alexandria…
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Alexandria Women for Good Deliver Baskets of Love
ALEXANDRIA, VA — Sometimes a roll of paper towels makes all the difference. On Thursday, March 26, Alexandria Women for…
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