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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As the Baseball Turns: A Revealing History of the National Pastime
ALEXANDRIA, VA – If there was a Hall of Fame for baseball autograph collectors, Kevin Keating would surely be one…
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Feeling Good? Alexandrians are Building the Community Health Improvement Plan
By Natalie Talis Alexandria, VA – After more than a year of work, Alexandria community members have taken the first…
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Sheriffs Wearing Pink Badges for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Alexandria, VA – Sheriff Dana Lawhorne has authorized deputies to wear the custom-made badges throughout October in recognition of National…
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Whatcha Makin’? Inaugural Alexandria Makers Market will Debut at Port City Brewery Nov. 24
Alexandria, VA – Like to do it yourself? On Sunday, Nov. 24, Port City Brewery will debut the Alexandria Makers…
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Looking Ahead With Visions of the Past: Todd Healy Just Released His 2020 Old Town Calendar
Alexandria, VA – Got anything planned for 2020? It might help if you have a calendar. No, not on your…
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Friends of Guest House Opens Newest Facility, Granting 20 More Women Transitional Housing
Alexandria, VA – Friends of Guest House, the transitional organization for formerly incarcerated women, has some new digs. Twenty women…
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Vote Much? October 15 is the Deadline to Register or Update Your Virginia Voter Registration
Alexandria, VA – Democracy requires voters. Are you registered to vote, or is your address updated? The worst is realizing…
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Noted Genealogist Char McCargo Bah Launches New Reader-Interactive Column
ALEXANDRIA, VA- Starting the week of October 28, 2019, a new column will debut in the Zebra, called “Ask Genie…
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Metro: New Bus Loops, Kiss & Rides at Alexandria Metro Stations Done by Late Fall
Alexandria, VA – Sure, the Metro trains at Alexandria stations are back up and running after a summer-long construction-related shutdown,…
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Tour de Faith Alexandria Launching Sunday to Bridge Religious Divisions
Alexandria, VA – Prejudice can be compounded by ignorance, and a new local group is launching an effort to bridge…
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