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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Eight Shots at State Honors: ACHS Theogony Named Finalist in Eight Categories
Alexandria City High School’s student newspaper, Theogony, is a finalist in eight categories in the 2026 VHSL Media Championships. Winners…
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Alexandria Mayor Alyia Gaskins to Hold Resident Roundtable Saturday Morning
Alexandria residents can bring questions and concerns directly to Mayor Alyia Gaskins at a Saturday morning roundtable at Charles Houston…
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AI Scanned Alexandria’s Streets. What Did It Find?
Alexandria’s SmartScan vehicle used AI, cameras, radar and LiDAR to examine streets in the West End and Old Town. Now…
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NBC4, FOX 5, 7News or WUSA9? Alexandria, Tell Us Who You Watch
Which Washington-area television news station—and which anchors, reporters, meteorologists and sportscasters—does Alexandria watch? Zebra readers are invited to weigh in…
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Old Town’s First Beauty Crawl Turns 14 Shops and Salons Into a Weekend Adventure, Sept 25-27
Old Town Alexandria’s first Beauty Crawl runs Sept. 25–27, inviting visitors to collect stamps, unlock specials and explore more than…
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From Arlington Carry-Out to 2,000 Stores: Five Guys’ Alexandria HQ
From a small Arlington carry-out to 2,000 restaurants worldwide, Five Guys’ 40-year climb still has an Alexandria headquarters.
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Gridiron Preview: All Four Alexandria High Schools Hit the Field This Weekend
Alexandria City, Bishop Ireton, Episcopal and St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes are all on the football schedule this weekend.
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No License Needed This Weekend: Try Fishing in Alexandria Sept. 25–27
Virginia’s added fall Free Fishing Weekend makes it easier to cast a line at Lake Cook or Jones Point Park—provided…
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25,000 Artifacts Could Be Hiding Beneath a Typical Old Town Alexandria Backyard
A typical Old Town Alexandria townhouse backyard can yield about 25,000 artifacts, according to the City. Virginia Archaeology Month offers…
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Alexandria Plans to Borrow $190.7 Million for Major City Projects
Alexandria plans to issue $190.7 million in tax-exempt general-obligation bonds to help finance George Mason Elementary, waterfront improvements and City…
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