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.
-
DASH to Expand Service Tuesday, Travel Most Routes
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Need a ride? On Tuesday, September 15, DASH will expand service to 80 percent of its operating…
Read More » -
Counting the Rings: “T.C. Witness Tree” Tells the Rest of the Story
ALEXANDRIA, VA – The T.C. Williams “Witness Tree” that garnered support throughout Alexandria is no more. Chainsawed to just a stump…
Read More » -
Alexandria Hospital Nurse Wins Nightingale Award
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Sarah Rose, RN, BSN, CMSRN, Inova Alexandria Hospital (IAH), has been awarded a 2020 Nightingale Award by…
Read More » -
Alexandria Police Officer Selected for Virginia Criminal Justice Services Board
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Alexandria Police Officer Bennie L. Evans recently received good news. He has been selected by Gov. Ralph…
Read More » -
Alexandria Residents Invited to Tour Controversial Taylor Run Project This Weekend
ALEXANDRIA, VA – The City of Alexandria is proposing stream restorations of Taylor Run and Strawberry Run, both through “Natural…
Read More » -
National Suicide Prevention Month: Life-Saving Resources Available
ALEXANDRIA, VA – September is National Suicide Prevention Month. According to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, there are an…
Read More » -
EXTENDED: Personal Property Taxes Not Due Until December 15 in Alexandria
ALEXANDRIA, VA – The City Council unanimously voted Tuesday, September 8, to delay the personal and business property tax payment…
Read More » -
Help ‘Fill the Boot’: Firefighter Fundraising Campaign for Muscular Dystrophy Research Goes Virtual
ALEXANDRIA, VA – During Labor Day weekends of past years, as you drove around the city, you probably noticed Alexandria…
Read More » -
Four Alexandria Stores Team to Encourage Residents to Vote
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Election Day is Tuesday, November 3. To encourage people to vote, four Alexandria stores have teamed up.…
Read More » -
Three City Parks Scheduled for Improvements
ALEXANDRIA, VA – This evening, the City of Alexandria announced that various projects will take place at or near three…
Read More »