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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PSA: Old Patrick Henry Rec Center to be Demolished in May
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Per the Alexandria City School Board vote on April 4, 2019, ACPS will be using the old…
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Comfy? These Alexandria Brothers Revolutionized the Recliner
Alexandria, VA – Mark and Scott Erb want you to sit down in style. After decades of research and building…
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PHOTOS: Alexandria Girl Scout Bike Rodeo Helps 50 Kids Learn Safety and Riding Tips
By Katherine McCarron ALEXANDRIA, VA – On April 27, a troop of fifth grade Girl Scouts from St. Stephen’s &…
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Grassroots Petition Asks Alexandria’s City Council to Reverse Slaughterhouse Approval
ALEXANDRIA, VA – On March 26, 2019, Alexandria City Council approved a live poultry slaughterhouse to be located in a…
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DASH Bus Drivers Vote to Strike Over Compensation
Alexandria, VA- The union representing bus drivers and employees of Alexandria’s DASH bus system have called for a strike over…
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What Do You Think About Alexandria’s 72-Hour Parking Exemption?
Alexandria, VA – Nearly two years ago, the Alexandria City Council approved a pilot program that allows residents to park…
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What Do You Think About ACPS? A Survey of the School System is Open Until May 10
What’s you opinion of Alexandria City Public Schools? The school system is asking the public its opinions in an online…
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For Five Coffee Roasters Coming to Alexandria
ALEXANDRIA, VA – In papers filed in Alexandria on May 1, 2019, a special use permit is requested for a…
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In Ponzi We Trust: the Audacity of Greed
By Kelly MacConomy ALEXANDRIA, VA – The most famous name in pyramid schemes, aside from Charles Ponzi himself, came to…
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Alexandria City Council Adopts Fiscal Year 2020 Budget
ALEXANDRIA, VA – The Alexandria City Council unanimously passed its $761.5 million fiscal year 2020 operating budget on May 1.…
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