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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For Some, Reading to Kids is Part of the Alexandria Police Beat
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Alexandria Patrol Watch Commander Marcus Downey shared a few heartwarming photos today showing police officers reading to…
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Purple Lights Dress Up City Hall in Alexandria, Raising Awareness of Drug Overdoses and Recovery
Alexandria, Va. – Purple lights will shine attention at Alexandria’s City Hall and communities in Virginia and around the world…
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Enormous Cultural Food Festival Returns to Alexandria’s Waterfront
ALEXANDRIA, VA—The Around the World Cultural Food Festival, the largest outdoor cultural food festival in the Washington D.C. metro area, is returning for its eighth edition on Saturday,…
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Alexandria Library Hosting Second Annual Black Family Reunion Event
ALEXANDRIA, VA-Alexandria Library is once again hosting the Black Family Reunion event Saturday, Sept. 14 from 11 a.m. to 3…
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Alexandria’s Anne Theresa Hood Graduates U.S. Merchant Marine Academy
ALEXANDRIA, VA-Alexandria’s Anne Theresa Hood is a graduate of the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy in Kings Point, New York. She…
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Free Event for All Ages: Tons of Trucks Rolls Into Alexandria Sept. 21
ALEXANDRIA, VA-Have a kid who loves trucks? Don’t miss Tons of Trucks when it rolls into Alexandria Saturday, Sept. 21.…
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Around the World Cultural Food Festival Returns Aug. 24 to Alexandria
ALEXANDRIA, VA-The Around the World Cultural Food Festival returns Saturday, Aug. 24. In its eighth year, the festival will be…
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Donate Blood at FireWorks Pizza Aug. 19: INOVA Blood Donor Services in Desperate Need
ARLINGTON, VA – INOVA Blood Donor Services is in dire need of blood donations to save lives. On Monday, Aug.…
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PHOTOS: National Night Out Draws Thousands of Alexandria Residents Outdoors to Mingle with Police Officers and City Officials Over Free Cookouts and Ice Cream
ALEXANDRIA, VA – In the late afternoon on Tuesday August 6, the air hung heavy as the sun beat down unforgivingly,…
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City of Alexandria Urges Residents and Businesses to Prepare for Remnants of Hurricane Debby
ALEXANDRIA, VA-The City of Alexandria urges residents and businesses to prepare for the remnants of Hurricane Debby, which may result…
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