America 250
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Backyard History
2026 Alexandria Forum Explores Alexandria’s Revolutionary Role
By Daniel Lee Alexandria, VA – The Alexandria Forum returns for the first time since 2023 to the Alexandria History…
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Alexandria News
GW Parkway Closes at 6 A.M. Sunday for George Washington Patriot Run
A five-mile section of the George Washington Memorial Parkway will close at 6 a.m. Sunday for the George Washington Patriot…
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Z Green Pages
Alexandria’s Native and Heirloom Seed Library Network Helps Grow Local Habitats
By Katrina Napora, Natural Resources Manager, City of Alexandria Alexandria, VA – In five different spots around the City of…
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SPORTS
Yes, They’re Really Racing IndyCars Through the Heart of Washington
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Pennsylvania Avenue will trade motorcades for IndyCars this August as the inaugural Freedom 250 Grand Prix roars…
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Alexandria News
Alexandria Turns 277 Saturday: Your Guide to Fireworks, Music, Cupcakes and More
Alexandria turns 277 on Saturday, July 11, with free music, cupcakes and fireworks at Oronoco Bay Park. Here’s the complete…
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Arts
From 1776-2026 Celebrating Art in the Semiquincentennial
Alexandria, VA – A once-in-a-lifetime celebration feting 250 years of American art, history, and culture mandates some serious party planning.…
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Alexandria News
What Are All Those Flags at Cedar Knoll? The Stories Behind Alexandria’s Flags for Heroes
What are all those flags at Cedar Knoll? More than 200 American flags overlooking the Potomac honor veterans, firefighters, teachers,…
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Publisher's Note
I Never Felt More American Than on the National Mall on the Fourth of July
As America celebrates its 250th birthday, Zebra Press Publisher Mary Wadland reflects on a decade of unforgettable Fourths of July…
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Alexandria News
Quarter-Millennium of Genius: Inside the USPTO’s America 250 Flagship Celebration
ALEXANDRIA, VA — Walking toward the United States Patent and Trademark Office in Alexandria’s Carlyle neighborhood, one is immediately struck…
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Alexandria News
George Washington’s Bible Returns Home to Christ Church for Rare Sunday Display
George Washington’s personal Bible has returned to Christ Church Alexandria for a rare display. Learn the story behind the treasured…
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