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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Helicopter Pilot Downed in Cambodia Honored Today with Inscription on Alexandria Memorial
By Louise Muth A soldier from Alexandria, VA, who went Missing In Action (MIA) during the Vietnam War when his…
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Alexandria Scoots into Pilot Program Making Personal Mobility a Transportation Priority
ALEXANDRIA, VA–On Tuesday, November 13, 2018, Alexandria’s City Council approved a nine-month pilot program allowing scooter companies to operate in…
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Old Town Books Popping Up by Waterfront with Help from Alexandria Economic Development Partnership
Alexandria Economic Development Partnership Brings New Independent Pop-Up Bookstore to Old Town The Alexandria Economic Development Partnership (AEDP) announced the latest…
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Amazon Chooses “National Landing” a Newly Named Zone in Alexandria and Arlington for Major Headquarters
NORTHERN VIRGINIA’S NATIONAL LANDING SELECTED FOR MAJOR NEW AMAZON HEADQUARTERS Amazon will create more than 25,000 high paying jobs over…
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King Street-Old Town Metrorail Station Access Improvement Project Update: Lot Closes Nov. 18
Major construction of the King St. Metro, including relocation of bus bays, is slated to begin November 18 Major work…
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Alexandria Schedule of Services for 2018 Thanksgiving Holiday
All City of Alexandria government offices will be closed on Thursday, November 22, and Friday, November 23, in observance of…
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PHOTOS: First Look at the National World War One Memorial Still Under Construction
Today, November 9, 2018, the World War One Centennial Commission invited the public to visit the site of the National…
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Air Force One Experience Now Open at National Harbor
Exhibition featuring former Pan Am Boeing-747, recreated as Air Force One, provides rare glimpse into presidential travel NATIONAL HARBOR, Nov.…
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Alexandria Schedule of Services for Veterans Day 2018, November 11-12
City of Alexandria government offices, libraries and recreation centers will be open on Monday, November 12. All Veterans Day-related updates…
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It’s Official: Holmes Run Trail Pedestrian/Bicycle Bridge Opens with Free Safety Gear
Today, November 8, 2018 marked the finish line on a project long in the works. The City of Alexandria’s Department…
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