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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Dispose of Prescriptions Safely on Drug Take Back Day, April 26
ALEXANDRIA, VA-The city is encouraging people to take part in National Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 26. It…
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Americans at Last: Naturalization Ceremony Takes Place at Alexandria Courthouse
ALEXANDRIA, VA-Earlier today (April 10) 61 American citizens-to-be gathered at the US District Courthouse in Alexandria to recite the Oath…
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Meet the ‘Media Nuns’: Sisters Based at Alexandria Bookstore Use Technology to Serve the Community
ALEXANDRIA, VA-Standing at the corner of King and N. Henry Streets since 1982, Pauline Books & Media (1205 King St.)…
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Prepping for June 8 Fundraiser, Pawfectly Delicious Dog Treats Is Thankful for Community’s Support
Alexandria, VA – Pawfectly Delicious Dog Treats, the local nonprofit that provides meaningful paid work to persons with disabilities, is…
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Women’s History Month Brunch at the Alexandria Sheriff’s Office
Alexandria, VA – Sheriff’s deputies on Team 1A celebrated Women’s History Month with a Sunday brunch at the Adult Detention…
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Krow Your Rights: Webinar Educates People with Disabilities and Advocates
ALEXANDRIA, VA-People with disabilities are protected from discrimination under the Americans with Disibilities Act of 1990. Since April is Fair…
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Alexandria Students and Businesses Team Up Against Youth Tobacco Use
ALEXANDRIA, VA – High school students and local businesses joined forces to spread awareness about the dangers of youth tobacco…
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Alexandria Names Next Poet Laureate
ALEXANDRIA, VA-This morning (April 2) Alexandria announced its new Poet Laureate in an eNews bulletin. Cristina “Cristi” Donoso has been…
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Shop, Stroll, and Savor at the 2025 Spring Garden Market at River Farm
ALEXANDRIA, VA – In just two weeks, over 2,000 attendees will be gathering at River Farm on April 11 and…
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Alexandria Native Graduates from U.S. Navy Officer Training School
By Megan Lemly, Navy Office of Community Outreach ALEXANDRIA, VA. – Ensign Adonis Lowery, a native of Alexandria, Virginia, graduated…
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