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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Karl W. Moritz Named Alexandria’s Director of Planning and Zoning
Acting City Manager Mark B. Jinks has announced the appointment of Karl W. Moritz as Director of Planning and Zoning…
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City of Alexandria Announces 2015 Real Estate Assessments
The City of Alexandria has mailed real estate assessment notices to all property owners, representing the fair market value of…
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Make A Splash: City of Alexandria Presents Family Fun Nights for All Ages
Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities to host monthly Family Fun Nights at Chinquapin Park Recreation Center & Aquatics…
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Jack Powers Appointed to the Alexandria Electoral Board
John F. “Jack” Powers, a former City of Alexandria employee and member of the Alexandria Democratic Committee, was sworn in…
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Nominees Sought for 2015 Seventh Annual Ellen Pickering Environmental Excellence Award
Award Honors Legacy of Distinguished Alexandria Environmental Steward The Alexandria Environmental Policy Commission and Alexandria Renew Enterprises are seeking nominees…
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Grand Opening for Modera Tempo: A Comprehensive Mixed-Use Community in Alexandria’s West End
By Melinda Sigal Mayor William Euille joined other community and business leaders to formally launch Modera Tempo, a new transit-friendly…
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Sugar Shack Donuts Opens in Old Town
Alexandria resident and Virginia House Del. Rob Krupicka is owner of the new Sugar Shack Donuts Alexandria. Sugar Shack quickly…
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RunningBrooke Invests $57,030 to Strengthen Nonprofits Serving At-Risk Children
Brooke Sydnor Curran founded RunningBrooke in May of 2009 as a philanthropic fund under ACT of Alexandria. The goals were…
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DASH Launches ‘Plan Ahead. Pay it Forward’ SmarTripR Initiative
The Alexandria Transit Company (ATC) Board of Directors approved the elimination of the add value option aboard DASH buses effective…
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Alexandria Chamber’s Professional Networking Breakfast Promotes Business Before the Workday Even Begins!
The Alexandria Chamber of Commerce’s January 13, 2015 professional networking breakfast was held at Teaism and sponsored by Fitness Together.…
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