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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La Casa Reopens in Alexandria After Five-Week Closure
La Casa Restaurant reopens at 3 p.m. Oct. 1 after an accident and electrical fire forced the longtime West End…
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The Beat Goes On: Crooked Beat Records Reopens After Devastating Flood
ALEXANDRIA, Va. — When Bill Daly arrived at Crooked Beat Records on the morning of Jan. 11, he stepped into…
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White House Gardens Open for Free Tours Oct. 17-18
Free timed tickets will be available each morning for the White House Fall Garden Tours on Oct. 17 and 18,…
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Alexandria NAACP to Honor Mayor Gaskins, Black and Missing Foundation at Oct. 1 Dinner
Alexandria’s NAACP Freedom Fund Dinner will honor Mayor Alyia Gaskins and the Black and Missing Foundation, with Attorney General Jay…
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Alexandria to Honor Firefighter Charles Glasscock 174 Years After His Death
A free Oct. 4 ceremony will honor Charles Glasscock, Alexandria’s first firefighter to die in the line of duty.
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A British Royal Is Coming to Mount Vernon: Duke of Edinburgh Visits Oct. 1
Prince Edward, the Duke of Edinburgh, will visit George Washington’s Mount Vernon Oct. 1, tour the estate and lay a…
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Books, Art and Handmade Finds Take Over Old Town at Alexandria Book & Craft Festival
The free Alexandria Book & Craft Festival returns to Old Town Oct. 11 with authors, local artists, handmade goods, food…
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Alexandria VA Closet Clean-Out: Swap Your Clothes and Support Guest House at Their Swap & Shop
Alexandria VA – Got a closet full of clothes you never wear? Alexandria VA women have a stylish reason to clean…
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Alexandria Choral Society Welcomes Cheryl Lovinsky as New Chorus Manager
The Alexandria Choral Society has appointed Cheryl Lovinsky as Chorus Manager, bringing nonprofit expertise and a lifelong background in music…
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Little Theatre of Alexandria Picks Three Winners From 200 One-Act Plays
The Little Theatre of Alexandria has named three winners from 200 worldwide submissions to its 2026 One-Act Playwriting Competition—and is…
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