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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Commission on Aging to Present 2018 Excellence in Aging Awards
On Tuesday, May 8 at 5:30 p.m. in the Vola Lawson Lobby of City Hall, 301 King St., the Alexandria Commission…
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Author Kevin J. Hayes Wins 2018 George Washington Prize Award Ceremony to Take Place at Mount Vernon on May 23
Author and historian Kevin J. Hayes has won the coveted George Washington Prize, including an award of $50,000, for his…
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40 Mentors and 100 Students Participate in Alexandria’s ‘Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work’ Day
Youth get glimpse of possible career paths for Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day The City of Alexandria’s…
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Old Town Keller Williams to Help New Hope Housing Renovate Four Alexandria Homes
Help Needed Via the Amazon Wish List The Keller Williams Old Town Office will be helping renovate homes for New…
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All-Ages Scavenger Hunt and Chocolate/Wine Tasting in Old Town, Saturday, May 5
Celebrating Historic Preservation Month in Alexandria! The following events are part of a month-long celebration of Historic Preservation Month, which…
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Alexandria Chamber of Commerce Told City Council No Meals Tax Increase Over a Month Ago
On March 14, 2018, the Alexandria Chamber of Commerce sent a letter (actual letter below) to the Mayor, City Manager,…
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Del Ray Business Association Issues Letter to Alexandria Mayor and City Council Opposing Meals Tax Increase
Madam Mayor and Members of City Council, The Del Ray Business Association would like to go on record as strongly…
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Alexandria’s “Love Your Pet Day” Block Party Was a Barking Good Time
The City of Alexandria and Mayor Allison Silberberg proclaimed Sunday, April 29 as Alexandria Love Your Pet Day and held a…
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Judy Noritake Receives Alexandria’s 10th Annual Ellen Pickering Environmental Excellence Award
The City of Alexandria Environmental Policy Commission and Alexandria Renew Enterprises (AlexRenew) have presented the 2018 Ellen Pickering Environmental Excellence…
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Del Ray Cafe Owners Issue Open Letter Pleading with Alexandria City–No New Meals Tax
In a letter to the Mayor and the City Council, longtime residents and respected community leaders and restaurant owners,…
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