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Community News
Record Breaking $2.8M Raised for Alexandria Nonprofits in 24 hours During Spring2ACTion
ALEXANDRIA, VA— In a press release this morning, Heather Peeler, President and CEO at ACT of Alexandria shared the news…
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Community News
Alexandria’s Animal Welfare League Is Certified Autism Center, Becomes First U.S. Animal Welfare Organization to Earn Designation
ALEXANDRIA, VA –The Animal Welfare League of Alexandria (AWLA) is now a Certified Autism Center. Awarded by the International Board…
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School News
Alexandria Students Win International Math Competition, Earn $20K in College Scholarships
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Earlier this month, The Zebra Press reported on Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology’s involvement…
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Kids
Children’s Book Penned by Alexandria Mother and Daughter Out May 14
This story, originally written in 2021, has been updated to reflect the first book’s release date of May 14, 2023.…
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Environmental
Recognizing Excellence in Alexandria: Friends of the Mount Vernon Trail Win 2023 Pickering Award
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Yesterday afternoon (April 23) Alexandria’s Environmental Policy Commission and Alexandria Renew Enterprises (AlexRenew) presented the 2023 Ellen…
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Tech
Alexandria Sheriff’s Office Introduces Wellness App for Employees
ALEXANDRIA, VA – The results of a study published by the National Institutes of Health found that police officers and…
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School News
‘Your Future Starts Today’: Alexandria Schools Hosting Mentorship Event April 29
ALEXANDRIA, VA – On Sat., April 29, 2023, Alexandria City Public Schools (ACPS) will host its first mentoring Saturday event,…
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Arts
Will the Shoe Fit? Metropolitan School of the Arts Performing ‘Cinderella’ in Alexandria
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Prepare to be transported to the land of royalty and magic at Metropolitan School of the Arts’…
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Community News
Now Accepting Nominations for 2023 Alexandria Beautification Commission Awards
ALEXANDRIA, VA – The Alexandria Beautification Commission is seeking nominations for the 2023 Alexandria Community Beautification Awards. Nominations are for…
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Press Release
Potomac Yard Metro Station Opening May 19 in Alexandria
ALEXANDRIA, VA – The opening day for Metro‘s newest station, Potomac Yard, is set for Friday, May 19. Metro General…
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