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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Office Building on Wythe Street May Become 18 Residential Units
ALEXANDRIA, VA – First reported by Dan Brendel in the Washington Business Journal, a prominent North Old Town office building…
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Alexandria’s Third Annual Black Family Reunion to Celebrate Heritage, History, and Community
The third annual Alexandria Black Family Reunion will be held September 6, 2025, at the Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library.…
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Community Lodgings Receives $35,800 Community Grant From Taco Bell Foundation to Support Local Youth
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Community Lodgings is proud to announce it has been selected as a Taco Bell Foundation 2025 Community…
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See the Menus Here! Alexandria Restaurant Week Returns August 22–31, 2025
Nearly 90 restaurants will participate in Alexandria Restaurant Week from August 22–31, 2025, offering $30, $40, and $50 prix-fixe menus…
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45+ Local Nonprofits Seek Volunteers at Alexandria’s 2nd Annual Community Volunteer Fair
More than 45 nonprofits will be recruiting volunteers at Alexandria’s 2nd Annual Community Volunteer Fair on Sept. 13, hosted by…
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Charles Wilson, Esteemed Living Legend of Alexandria, Dies at 83
Charles Wilson, a respected community leader, U.S. Air Force veteran, and 2023 Living Legend of Alexandria, died August 12, 2025,…
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Maryland Tax-Free Week Kicks Off Tomorrow August 10: A Shopper’s Paradise Since 2007
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Missed the Virginia sales tax holiday last weekend? You get a second chance, but you’ll have to…
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31st annual Thingamajig® Invention Convention with the YMCA of Metropolitan Washington
Alexandria, VA – The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington held its 31st annual Thingamajig® Invention Convention on July 31. This thrilling…
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Comcast Donates 100 Laptops to Alexandria’s Summer Youth Employment Graduates
Alexandria, VA – Tonight was a big night for graduates of Alexandria’s Summer Youth Employment Program at Virginia Tech Innovation Campus…
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Thousands Come Outside for Alexandria National Night Out Tuesday
Alexandria, VA – From Arlandria to Old Town to Del Ray to Carlyle, they came out. Families, young adults, seniors, and…
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