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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On Display: 2020 Living Legends of Alexandria at City Hall
ALEXANDRIA, VA – “I have the new portraits up at City Hall, in the lobby,” said photographer Steven Halperson of…
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Winners: Alexandria Chamber of Commerce Recognizes Best in Business
Alexandria, VA – The Alexandria Chamber of Commerce held its 2020 Best in Business Awards honoring Dr. Tammy Mann, presented…
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Alexandria Councilwoman Shares Mom’s Cancer Story: “Red Lipstick, Pink Robe”
By Amy Jackson ALEXANDRIA, VA – As many of you may know, my Mom just celebrated her 80th birthday at…
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Visit Alexandria Taking Part in Food Drive for Local Hospitality Workers
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Visit Alexandria, Alexandria’s tourism company, is one of 60 organizations, participating in a food drive to benefit…
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First Night Alexandria Making Plans to Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2020
ALEXANDRIA, VA -Since the pandemic arrived in Alexandria, public events have been pretty much nonexistent. In recent months, most event…
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Groundbreaking Partnership to Document African American Historic Sites in Chesapeake Bay Watershed
ALEXANDRIA, VA – A new project has been funded to map African American Historic Sites in the Chesapeake Ba,y and…
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Alexandria Living Legend James Henson Receives Official Portrait During Parade
ALEXANDRIA, VA – On Sunday, Sept. 27, the newest Living Legend of Alexandria, James Henson, received quite the surprise. Friends…
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Alexandria Chef Chris Edwards Competes and Wins on Food Network’s Chopped
ALEXANDRIA, VA—Executive Chef Chris Edwards of Hank & Mitzi’s Italian Kitchen in Alexandria, Va. competed and won his episode of…
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Alexandria Sheriff’s Office Joins National Initiative Focused on Preventing Harm in Law Enforcement
ALEXANDRIA, VA – The Alexandria Sheriff’s Office has been accepted into the Active Bystandership for Law Enforcement (ABLE) Project. The…
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BUZZWORTHY: Claire Schwab on Interior Design and Fall Decorating
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Who is Claire Schwab, and what are some tips and tricks for fall decorating this year? Z-TV’s…
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