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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Alexandria Mayor Tapped for Global Leadership Program
Alexandria, VA – Mayor Alyia Gaskins has been selected for the ninth class of the Bloomberg Harvard City Leadership Initiative,…
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Donors Desperately Needed for Blood Drive at Fire Works Pizza on August 4!
ARLINGTON, VA – Inova Blood Donor Services is in dire need of blood donations to save lives. On Monday, August 4…
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Sex, Sass, and Stilettos: Kinky Boots Walks Tall in Alexandria
ALEXANDRIA, VA – In this warm-hearted story of tolerance, love and self-acceptance, Lola (Clayton Alex James), is a Black drag…
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Ten Thousand Villages Spotlights Local Afghan Sewing Students in One-Day Popup, August 2
ALEXANDRIA, VA–In 2024, Forozan Mirwais launched a non-profit sewing school offering free sewing classes to empower immigrant women. Drawing from her…
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From Briefcase to Babka: Alexandria Military Lawyer Whips Up a Sweet Success Story
Alexandria, VA – When you walk into Bagel Uprising in the heart of bustling Del Ray, you expect a bagel.…
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Meet Your Neighbors, Thank a First Responder—National Night Out Returns August 5
Alexandria, VA – On the evening of Tuesday, August 5, Alexandria’s neighborhoods will once again come alive with the sounds…
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World Heritage Seeks Alexandria Host Families for International Exchange Students
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Ever dreamed of traveling the world without leaving your home? Hosting a foreign exchange student might be…
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Mount Vernon Avenue Bridge Getting Major Makeover to Improve Safety and Access
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Good news for commuters, cyclists, and pedestrians who rely on the Mount Vernon Avenue Bridge: A long-awaited…
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Alexandria’s Library Director Receives National Trailblazers Award for Uplifting Overlooked Stories and Preserving Black History
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Rose T. Dawson, the longtime Director of the Alexandria Library, has received one of the most distinguished…
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St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes School Earns National Recognition for Outstanding Athletic Program
ALEXANDRIA, VA – St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes School (SSSAS) has earned a prestigious national accolade for its top-tier athletic…
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