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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Ballyshaners Honor Mike Sloper for His Years of Service
ALEXANDRIA, VA-Since 2016, Mike Sloper has helped the Ballyshaners during the St. Patrick’s Day Parade. The group honored him for…
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Cornerstone Craftsman Celebrates Grand Opening of New Alexandria Location
ALEXANDRIA, VA — Cornerstone Craftsman, a newly established nonprofit dedicated to mentoring local youth, celebrated the grand opening of its…
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Virginia Tech Celebrates Grand Opening of Innovation Campus in Alexandria
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Close your eyes and think back to seven years ago. This stretch of Potomac Yard housed the…
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Pork Barrel BBQ’s Renee Watts Needs Your Help
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Renee Watts is one of Pork Barrel BBQ’s most beloved team members. She brings sunshine to everyone…
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Free Business Portraits and Spirit-Boosting Flowers for Fired Federal Workers Thanks to Two Small Businesses
ALEXANDRIA, VA—Matt Mendelsohn is the kind of professional who practices what he preaches. This Sunday, March 2, he will be…
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Estate Planning: A Lasting Legacy of Love
By Carrie Lazar, CDMP, PCM, Senior Communications Manager Alexandria, VA – Valentine’s Day is a time to celebrate love, but…
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Parkway Classic Is Out. Alexandria Half Marathon Is In.
ALEXANDRIA, VA — Baby, it’s cold outside. But it’s not too early to start thinking spring running. Lace up those…
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Annual Alexandria Friendship Firehouse Breakfast Draws Close to 200 of the City’s Movers and Shakers Monday February 17
Alexandria, VA – Presidents Day weekend in Alexandria is one of the biggest weekends of the year, as this historic…
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How Evidence-Based Practice is Transforming Clinical Care in Virginia
Evidence-based practice (EBP) has become an integral part of healthcare and nursing practice over the past few decades. EBP refers…
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Gustave Boulangerie Wins 2025 Heart of Del Ray
ALEXANDRIA, VA-Last year, for the first time ever, there were two recipients of the Heart of Del Ray Award. Gustave…
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