Alexandria
Recent News About Alexandria
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Alexandria's RPCA opens summer job and volunteer opportunities
The Department of Recreation, Parks, and Cultural Activities (RPCA) in Alexandria is currently seeking individuals interested in joining their team for the summer of 2025.
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Alexandria promotes safety during Virginia Flood Awareness Week
The City of Alexandria is urging residents to enhance their understanding of local flood risks as part of the Virginia Flood Awareness Week, which will be observed from March 9 to March 15, 2025.
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Alexandria offers diverse historical events this March
The Alexandria History Museum at The Lyceum will host a lecture titled "Hidden Nurses" on March 27, from 7 to 9 p.m. Dr. Victoria Tucker, a nurse and public historian, will present her research on African American nursing students in Albemarle...
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Alexandria joins statewide tornado drill during Severe Weather Awareness Week
The City of Alexandria is set to participate in a statewide tornado drill on March 11 at 9:45 a.m. as part of Severe Weather Awareness Week, which runs from March 10 to 14.
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Potential measles exposure alert issued for Dulles International Airport
The Alexandria Health Department has issued an advisory regarding a potential measles exposure in northern Virginia.
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Utilities industry employers submit 55 H-1B petitions across Central Nova News publication area in 2024
Employers classified under the Utilities industry based in the Central Nova News publication area submitted 55 H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
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Alexandria's sanitary sewer upgrade starts March
Construction on the sanitary sewer improvement project in Alexandria is set to commence in March 2025.
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City of Alexandria launches Phase 2 of walk-only zone on King Street
The City of Alexandria’s Department of Transportation & Environmental Services is set to begin Phase 2 of a pilot walk-only zone on the 200 block of King Street starting March 14.
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Alexandria offers diverse weekend events including budget pop-up and resource fair
The City of Alexandria is hosting a variety of events this weekend, offering activities for different interests.
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Irish music night set for March 8 at Alexandria History Museum
An evening of traditional Irish music will take place at the Alexandria History Museum at The Lyceum on March 8, starting at 7 p.m. The event will feature The Irish Breakfast Band, known for their lively performances and comprising over 15...
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Alexandria opens spring recreation program registration on March 19
The City of Alexandria’s Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities is set to open registration for its spring and summer programs.
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Alexandria hosts events to celebrate Women's History Month
The City of Alexandria is marking Women's History Month this March with a series of events aimed at celebrating the contributions of women.
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Alexandria reports progress on community health improvement plan
The Alexandria Health Department, in collaboration with the Partnership for a Healthier Alexandria, has published the Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) Winter 2024/25 Progress Report.
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Alexandria celebrates Women's History Month with diverse events
The City of Alexandria is celebrating Women's History Month with a series of events and programs designed to honor the contributions of women who have shaped the city.
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Alexandria launches first Eco-City Newsletter highlighting sustainability efforts
The City of Alexandria has launched its first Eco-City Newsletter, providing residents with updates on environmental initiatives and events from January to March 2025.
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H-1B Insights: Employers classified under Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services industry file 183 petitions in Central Nova News publication area throughout 2024
In 2024, 183 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services industry located within the Central Nova News publication area, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
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Historian Robert Colby to discuss Civil War slave trading at Alexandria museum
A lecture by historian Robert Colby is scheduled at the Alexandria History Museum at The Lyceum on Thursday, March 6, from 7 to 9 p.m. Colby, who serves as an Assistant Professor of History at the University of Mississippi, will present insights...
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Alexandria plans meetings on potential gas-powered leaf blower regulations
The City of Alexandria is organizing two hybrid community meetings to discuss the potential regulation of gas-powered leaf blowers.
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City Hall invites community input through new renovation project survey
City Hall has launched the Series #4 online survey, inviting public participation to help shape the ongoing City Hall and Market Square Renovation Project.
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Alexandria releases planning commission preliminary docket for April public hearing
The City of Alexandria has published the Preliminary Docket for the Planning Commission Public Hearing scheduled for Tuesday, April 1.