Environmental
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Alexandria to Host Town Hall on Potomac Interceptor Spill
ALEXANDRIA, VA — The City of Alexandria invites residents to attend a community Town Hall about the Potomac Interceptor collapse…
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Why Are Seagulls Gathering at Oronoco Park in Alexandria?
ALEXANDRIA, VA – When Agnes Artemel posted a photo in the Unseen Old Town Facebook Group of a flock of…
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Potomac Sewage Spill: What Alexandria’s Waterfront Data Shows — And What It Means for Wildlife
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Following the major Potomac sewage spill affecting Alexandria’s waterfront, residents immediately asked the same question: What does…
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Daily Walkers, Farmers’ Market Fans & Families Weighed In — Big Changes Are Ahead for Ben Brenman Park
ALEXANDRIA, VA — If you’ve ever laced up your sneakers, grabbed a coffee before the farmers’ market, or taken a…
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Foam Food Containers Reach Full Virginia Ban in 2026
Alexandria, VA – July 1, 2026, marks the full implementation of Virginia’s statewide ban on expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam food…
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Plant Native in 2026: Winter Garden Planning for a More Beautiful, Sustainable Alexandria
By Dereth Bush, Alexandria Beautification Commission Alexandria, VA – Winter may seem like a quiet season for gardens, but it…
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Even My Dog is Thrifted
By Erin Shackelford, Animal Welfare League of Alexandria (AWLA) Alexandria, VA – Many animal shelters in the United States…
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The Art of Ethical Gifting: How Fair Trade Empowers Communities and the Planet
By Yasmine Robinson Alexandria, VA – Are you looking for meaningful gifts this holiday season? High-quality, well-made items that will…
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UpCycle Creative Reuse Center Announces Opening of New Materials Center in Alexandria
By Katherine Amberg Alexandria, VA – UpCycle Creative Reuse Center is thrilled to announce the opening of its new materials…
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Green Holiday Hosting Tips
Alexandria, VA – As the winter holidays arrive in Alexandria, let’s embrace a green celebration season! Here’s how: Eco-Friendly Feasts…
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