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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City of Alexandria Awarded $50 Million Loan Towards Construction of a New Potomac Yard Metrorail Station
The Commonwealth Transportation Board has awarded the City of Alexandria a $50 million loan from the Virginia Transportation Infrastructure Bank…
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It’s a Bird? It’s a Plane? No, in 2014, It’s a Crane!
Vertical construction of Notch 8 in Potomac Yard, a new 253-unit apartment building anchored by a 68,000-square-foot Giant grocery store,…
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Virginia Third State in Nation to Launch See Something, Send Something® Mobile App
The Virginia State Police (VSP) have launched See Something, Send Something®, a free app for iPhone and Android, which enables users to…
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Patterson Receives Arlington Human Rights Award
The Child and Family Network Centers CEO and Executive Director Margaret Patterson has been selected as the recipient of the…
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“Rock Your Park” Community Open Play on Synthetic Turf Fields
The City of Alexandria Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities is celebrating “Rock Your Park” by offering free Community…
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New Hope’s Michell Receives Award
Pamela L. Michell, New Hope Housing’s executive director for 23 years, received Leadership Fairfax’s Nonprofit Leadership Award at their November…
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Alexandria Kiwanis Recognizes Officers
For over 30 years, Alexandria Kiwanis has chosen an “Alexandria Policeperson of the Year.” This time, they just had to…
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Tom Kaiden Joins the ACVA as New COO
The Alexandria Convention & Visitors Association (ACVA) announced that Tom Kaiden joined the staff as the organization’s chief operating officer…
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Greenstreet Gardens Welcomes Shawn Keane
Veteran grower and retailer, Shawn Keane, has joined the Greenstreet Gardens organization as general manager, overseeing operations at both retail…
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