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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“Saving Spaces” Book Release with Author, John Sprinkle
Join Alexandria Archaeology and the Office of Historic Alexandria for the release of John Sprinkle’s new book, Saving Spaces: Historic…
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Volunteer in Alexandria for the 33rd Annual International Coastal Cleanup – Saturday, September 15
Saturday, September 15 from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. Oronoco Bay Park (100 Madison Street, Alexandria, VA 22314) Are you…
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SLOW DOWN: Alexandria Reducing Speed Limit on Route 1 Between Slaters and Four Mile Run
Starting Monday, August 20, you better SLOW DOWN. As part of the Vision Zero traffic safety initiative, the City of…
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Alexandria’s Immigrant Population Plays Critical Role in Local Economy
Study Shows Local Immigrants Are Mostly Tax-Paying Entrepreneurs Not Using Social Services ALEXANDRIA, VA–The City of Alexandria has released New Americans…
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Due to Heavy July Rains, City Will Reimburse Some Homeowners up to 50% for Backflow Preventers
ALEXANDRIA, VA–Alexandria has reinstated its sewer Backflow Preventer (BFP) Assistance Program for homeowners in designated areas that historically experience basement…
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Alexandria Library Cards Now Unlock Film Vaults
ALEXANDRIA, VA–Alexandria Library customers now have free access to more than 30,000 films, with the popular on-demand film streaming service,…
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Mt. Vernon Recreation Center Closed for Annual Maintenance Activities
ALEXANDRIA, VA–The City of Alexandria’s Mount Vernon Recreation Center, 2701 Commonwealth Ave., will be closed from Saturday, August 18 through…
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Story Time for Little Historians First Saturday of Every Month
Every first Saturday of the month at 11 a.m. the Alexandria Black History Museum will host a children’s story time…
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Alexandria Switching to ParkMobile App for Pay-by-Phone Parking
Starting September 1, the City of Alexandria will switch to the ParkMobile app for customers to pay by phone for…
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Can You Walk an Alexandria School Track Loop 12 Times?
Can you walk twelve times around the relay lap track at St. Stephens & St. Agnes? If so, would you…
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