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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American Legion Honors Alexandria Deputy and Firefighter with State Awards
On Saturday, July 15, the American Legion Department of Virginia honored two Alexandria public safety employees for their outstanding service.…
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Did You Graduate in the Early 70’s?
GW High School, T.C. Williams and Francis Hammond Reunion Event September 15th-16th, 2017 in Alexandria All classmates and friends from…
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76th Annual Historic House Tour Tickets Now on Sale, Eight Homes on North Columbus Featured
The Twig, the Junior Auxiliary of Inova Alexandria Hospital, will hold its 76th Annual Historic Alexandria Homes Tour on September…
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Alexandria First Responders Honored in White House Ceremony
Three officers from the Alexandria Police Department received the Public Safety Officer Medal of Valor today, in recognition of their…
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Agenda: Alexandria Has New Leadership
Agenda: Alexandria, a non-partisan, non-profit organization which began in 1998, has a new Executive Director. Donna Walker James turned in…
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Fort Ward to be Revitalized
The consultant firm The Design Minds of Fairfax, Virginia has been selected to prepare an Interpretive Plan for Fort Ward…
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Alexandria Police Department’s K9s Odin and Zeus to Receive Body Armor Local Donors Make Protection Possible
K9 Odin’s vest is sponsored by an anonymous donor and will be embroidered with the sentiment “In memory of Dr.…
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Long-Needed City Hall Roof Repair Started
Repairs to the roof of Alexandria’s historic City Hall are overdue. Roofing timbers, ornamental cornices, gutters and downspouts have deteriorated…
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New Police Officers, Deputy Sheriffs Graduate from Criminal Justice Academy
Twenty new Alexandria law enforcement officers – 13 police officers and seven deputy sheriffs – graduated from the Northern Virginia…
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THE ROLE OF SOCIAL MEDIA IN DISASTERS
BY IOANA LUTAI, Emergency Preparedness Manager, Volunteer Alexandria What is Social Media? How do we get information during an emergency?…
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