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 Aces Advance to Championship Series
ALEXANDRIA, VA – The Alexandria Aces are headed back to the Cal Ripken Sr. Collegiate Baseball League Championship Series for…
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Port City Brewing’s Bill Butcher Goes to Capitol Hill to ‘Fight for Your Right to Party’
ALEXANDRIA, VA – “We gotta fight for your right to party!” is a cheery slogan touted by Port City Brewing‘s…
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Wendy Albert, Esteemed Restaurateur and West End Business Leader, Dies at 72
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Wendy Albert, a pioneering force in Alexandria’s restaurant and small business communities and co-founder of the beloved…
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Clean Out Your Closet: Two Men and a Truck Seeks Dress Donations Ahead of ‘Dress it Forward’ Giveaway
ALEXANDRIA, VA – On September 14, the warehouse of Northern Virginia’s Two Men and a Truck will transform into a…
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Alexandria Mayor Alyia Gaskins Selected for Prestigious Bloomberg Harvard Leadership Initiative
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Mayor Alyia Gaskins has been selected to join the ninth class of the Bloomberg Harvard City Leadership…
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City Seeks Community Involvement in Massive Duke St. Overhaul
ALEXANDRIA, VA – On Monday, June 9, the Patrick Henry Recreation Center saw a surge of community engagement as the…
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Alexandria School Board Reelects Dr. Michelle Rief as Chair, Names Christopher Harris Vice Chair
ALEXANDRIA, VA — At its annual organizational meeting on July 10, the Alexandria City School Board voted to reelect Dr.…
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Thousands Flock to Oronoco Bay for Alexandria’s 276th Birthday Bash
Alexandria, VA – The crowds began arriving early. The air hung thick with humidity, heavy thunderstorms dancing around the edges…
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Doing Good, One Hanger at a Time
ALEXANDRIA, VA — On a sweltering 95-degree July afternoon, two members of Alexandria Women for Good (AWfG) found their version…
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Alexandria Library Unveils Upgraded Online Catalog System
ALEXANDRIA, VA – New changes are coming! The Alexandria Library is excited to announce the launch of its new and…
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