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See the Parade Map for GW Birthday Parade!
ALEXANDRIA, VA-Alexandria’s George Washington Birthday Parade takes place Monday, Feb.19 from 1 to 3 p.m. (The Zebra Press is a…
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Alexandria School Board’s Jacinta Greene Running for City Council
ALEXANDRIA, VA-Alexandria City School Board member Jacinta Greene announced this morning (Feb. 13) that she is running for City Council.…
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The City of Alexandria Appoints New Race and Social Equity Officer
ALEXANDRIA, VA-Dr. Emerald Christopher is the city’s new Race and Social Equity Officer. In this position, she will lead the…
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Banding Together: Live Music Fundraiser Supports Center for Alexandria’s Children, Raises $140K
ALEXANDRIA, VA-On Saturday evening (Feb. 3), the Center for Alexandria’s Children (CAC) held a fundraiser, Banding Together, to end child…
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George Washington Birthday Parade to Highlight Alexandria Living Legends
Alexandria, VA – Tens of thousands are expected to line the streets of Old Town Alexandria on Monday, February 19,…
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Alexandria’s 41st Annual St Patrick’s Day Parade is Saturday, March 2!
Alexandria, VA – “It is official,” says the headline of a post on the Ballyshaners’ social media page. “Alexandria’s very…
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Trinity United Methodist Church Celebrates 250 Years of Service
By Melanie Modlin Alexandria, VA – Trinity United Methodist Church pre-dates the United States and has built a centuries-long legacy…
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‘A Legacy of Courage’: Alexandria Library Honors 85th Anniversary of 1939 Sit-In With Year-Long Celebration
ALEXANDRIA, VA-This year marks the 85th anniversary of the 1939 Alexandria Library Sit-In. The event is believed to be the…
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OBITUARY: Rae Ann Lyon, 91, Former Chief Nursing Administrator Alexandria Hospital and Beloved Local Caterer
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Rae Ann Lyon, age 91, passed away on January 15, 2024 in Hudson, Wisconsin where she has…
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Want to Volunteer in Alexandria? Check out the latest Hot List of Interesting Opportunities (1-30-2024)
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Check out these volunteer opportunities, compiled by Volunteer Alexandria (VolALX) – YOUR connection to helping others! Register online:…
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