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ALEXANDRIA, VA-In Alexandria, a heartwarming initiative is spreading joy this holiday season. Volunteer Alexandria pulled off another annual toy drive Through the city’s Holiday Sharing Program, children from disadvantaged backgrounds received gifts they might not otherwise have had this year. The program, run by the Department of Community and Human Services, ensures that families in …

ARLINGTON, VA-The holiday season is about giving to others. On Monday, Dec. 30 from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m., Fire Works American Pizzeria and Bar is hosting a blood drive. Located in Courthouse Plaza II,  the restaurant is working with INOVA Blood Donor Services. The INOVA Bloodmobile will be located in front of Fire Works (2350 Clarendon …

ALEXANDRIA, VA-On a rainy December afternoon, the festive atmosphere at Inova Mount Vernon Hospital was brightened by a visit from D.C. United players and their mascot, Talon. As part of their expanding partnership with Inova Sports Medicine, the players took time to meet with patients, sign autographs, and join hospital staff in wrapping gifts for …

ALEXANDRIA, VA — The holiday season in Alexandria brings with it a heartwarming tradition that not only spreads festive cheer but also supports a local cause close to the community’s heart. For over 30 years, the Alexandria Police Youth Camp (APYC) Christmas Tree Lot has been an annual beacon of holiday spirit, offering freshly cut …

ALEXANDRIA, VA-Alexandria’s new Chief of Police, Tarrick McGuire, is hitting the ground running with a bold vision for the future of public safety in the city. In a recent address on the Alexandria Police Department’s website, McGuire expressed his commitment to creating stronger community relationships, fostering officer well-being, and enhancing departmental efficiency through his 100-Day …

ALEXANDRIA, VA-It’s been decades since coffee underwent a dramatic transformation from a plain hot beverage served in restaurants and diners to today’s multi-flavored gourmet blends poured in upscale, loungy storefronts. This revolution introduced coffee drinkers to a wider, more flavorful world, resulting in more discerning and demanding tastes. Like coffee drinkers everywhere, Alexandrians enjoy quality …

ALEXANDRIA, VA-Before delivering toys to all the good little girls and boys, Santa is scheduled to make an appearance on Alexandria’s waterfront. On Christmas Eve, he will put on waterskis to glide across the Potomac. Santa is bringing Mrs. Claus and a few pals with him. And there is even a rumor that the Grinch …

ALEXANDRIA, VA-As The Zebra reported in September, Market Square needs repairs to its structure and City Hall needs updates to aging parts of the building.  The city has heard feedback from residents over the last few months during community engagement meetings. Now it has released a survey about the design using feedback from those meetings. …

ALEXANDRIA, VA-The Alexandria City School Board has approved the  Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget for fiscal years 2026 through 2035. The budget amount is $346,037,800. Superintendent Dr. Melanie Kay-Wyatt praised the school board’s efforts. “This approved budget reflects our commitment to prioritizing equitable opportunities, fostering supportive learning environments, and aligning our initiatives with the district’s …

ALEXANDRIA, VA-Colorectal cancer is on the rise in younger adults. The American Cancer Society’s Cancer Facts and Figures 2024 report shows that while incidence rates have decreased in adults aged 65 and older, they have increased by 1% to 2% each year in individuals under 55. Mortality rates have also increased by about 1% per …