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 Chesterfield County Airport Hosting Annual School Supply Drive Through Aug. 11
 The Chesterfield County Airport is holding its annual school supply drive. Donations are being accepted in the terminal, 7511 Airfield Drive, through Monday, Aug. 11.
This year’s partners include the Chesterfield Police Department, Chesterfield Public Library and Chesterfield County Public Schools.
Suggested donation items include colored pencils, composition notebooks, dry erase markers, glue sticks, highlighters, markers, pencil bags/boxes, pencils, pocket folders, scissors and washable markers.
For more information, contact Jeremy Wilkinson by email or call (804) 768-7700.
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In the News
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 Board of Supervisors Holds Monthly Meeting Wednesday
The Chesterfield Board of Supervisors will meet on Wednesday, July 23, starting with a work session at 2 p.m. in Room 502 of the County Administration Building, 9901 Lori Road, then an evening session that begins at 6 p.m. in the Public Meeting Room, 10001 Iron Bridge Road.
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 Annual National Night Out Event Takes Place Aug. 5
National Night Out is just two weeks away! From 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 5, "America’s Night Out Against Crime,” the county will join neighborhoods and businesses across Chesterfield in hosting a variety of special events, such as block parties, cookouts, visits from police and more.
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Jessica Schneider to Host Community Conversation
Clover Hill District Supervisor Jessica Schneider will host a second community conversation with Clover Hill District residents next Tuesday, July 29, providing residents the opportunity to discuss issues important to them, ask questions and brainstorm solutions.
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 Rockwood Bark Ice Cream Now Available for Purchase
In honor of Rockwood Park's 50th anniversary, local ice cream shop Gelati Celesti has created a new limited-edition flavor. Rockwood Bark, featuring chocolate and caramel ice cream with pretzels and sea salt, is now for sale at all Gelati Celesti locations.
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Playground for Katie and Friends Closing for Repairs
A Playground for Katie and Friends at Huguenot Park will be closed for repairs to the turf mound starting Monday, July 28. The project is expected to last all next week. Crews are working as quickly as possible to get this popular playground open for fun once again.
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 Apply to be Recognized at Centenarian Celebration
Chesterfield residents who are turning 100 or older this year are invited to participate in the acknowledgement of their centenarian status. To be recognized at the September Board of Supervisors meeting, submit an application by Friday, Aug. 15 at 5 p.m.
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Celebrate Shark Week with Seafood Options
Shark Week is making a splash, and while the ocean’s fiercest predators take over our screens, there’s no better time to indulge your own appetite for adventure—culinary adventure, that is!
Whether you’re a die-hard Shark Week fan or just looking for local seafood cuisine, Chesterfield is serving up plenty of delicious ways to celebrate. From lobster rolls to oysters on the half shell, here’s where to feed your inner shark with some of the freshest bites around.
Find seafood restaurants in Chesterfield by visiting the Experience Chesterfield website.
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Upcoming Events
Westchester Commons Concert Series: Kozy Cats
Thursday, July 24, 5:30-8:30 p.m. at Westchester Commons
Come out to Main Street for the fourth free concert of the 2025 season and enjoy songs by Kozy Cats. Chairs and blankets are encouraged - and of course, your dancing shoes as well. Proceeds from this week's beer/wine sales and donations will benefit Habitat for Humanity-Powhatan.
Summer Nights at the Perk: Carrie Brockwell
Wednesday, July 30, 6-8 p.m. at the Perkinson Center
Join us in the Jimmy Dean Theater for an evening of unforgettable music with Chesterfield's own Carrie Brockwell! With her soulful voice and captivating stage presence, Carrie blends pop, country, and indie influences into a sound that's all her own.
Back to School Bash
Saturday, Aug. 2, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Beulah Recreation Center
To kick off the upcoming school year, students entering grades K-12 can receive free backpacks, school supplies, and haircuts. Join with your community to enjoy free crafts, games, activities, food, and much more to help make the 2025-2026 school year one of the best ever.
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 Chesterfield Marks Rockwood Park's 50th Anniversary
Significantly more than 50 Chesterfield residents came out last Saturday, July 19, to help us mark a half-century of fun at Rockwood Park.
The county commemorated the 50th anniversary of its oldest, most-visited park with a family-friendly event that featured music, activities, nature and history programming.
It was a fitting celebration for a facility that has been a cornerstone for outdoor enjoyment and environmental education in Chesterfield since 1975.
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Chesterfield Behind the Mic
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 On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, which drops tomorrow, we talk to Caroline Neal of Worthdays about the work the organization does, how it came to be, and what it’s like to make special occasions brighter for those in foster care.
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Every Monday, This Week in Chesterfield points residents to fun, exciting and interesting things going on around their community.
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 Chesterfield Behind the Mic is an audio and video podcast focusing on the people, stories and happenings of #Cfield.
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 Subscribe to our Chesterfield on Point blog to stay informed about a variety of topics and events important to the community.
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Adoptable Pet Spotlight
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Introducing Niblet!
Hi there! My name is Niblet! I am a 2-year-old neutered male Pitbull Mix and I weigh about 60 lbs. I am a bit on the shy side, but I am very sweet. I love attention and I just need someone that will take their time with me and show me that people will be nice to me.
Treats are a great way to get to know me. I did well meeting dogs at the shelter. I am on the submissive side so slow introductions will help. I know my family is out there and I'm waiting at the shelter for them to come and find me!
If you are interested in meeting this pet, please contact Chesterfield County Animal Services at 804-748-1683, option "2," to schedule an appointment. Office staff are available by phone 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday, and 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. on Saturdays. Our shelter is located at 9300 Public Works Road.
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Resources and Useful Information
Report Illicit Discharges to County's Storm Sewer System
Chesterfield’s stormwater ordinance prohibits unmanaged and intentional non-stormwater discharges to the county’s storm sewer system including the disposal of leaves. It also prohibits connecting any structure or device that conveys any liquid other than stormwater to the county’s storm sewer system without prior authorization.
What classifies as illicit discharge?
- Automotive fluids
- Herbicides, pesticides, and fertilizers
- Paints, solvents, and household chemicals
- Pet waste
- Sewage
- Yard waste, grass clippings, and leaves
To report an illicit discharge, please call our 24-hour hotline at 804-717-6161. For more information, please visit the Reporting Illicit Discharges page on the Chesterfield County website.
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Connect with a 9-1-1 Dispatcher Using Prepared Live
Heads up, Chesterfield! The county's Emergency Communications Center (ECC) has launched Prepared Live.
This software enables the 9-1-1 dispatch center to receive live streams, multimedia and location information from mobile callers in real time. It greatly improves situational awareness for first responders and ensures that appropriate resources are dispatched to handle emergencies.
Participation in video during a call is completely voluntary and consent of the caller is required. If the caller consents, they will receive a livestream link via text from the dispatcher, enabling them to activate live video upon click.
It’s also important to note that the video call function does not provide Chesterfield ECC with access to the contents or settings of a caller’s phone.
To learn more about this technology and how it can benefit you in an emergency, visit the county website.
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Get Accurate, Up-to-Date Information from Chesterfield Alert
Now is the time for residents to familiarize themselves with all of the different ways that Chesterfield County puts out emergency information.
One of those is Chesterfield Alert, an opt-in system that sends messages directly to you in the event of an emergency. This system can send out alerts via text, email, and phone call depending on how the subscriber chooses to receive the messages. Sign up today!
Click here to learn more about how you can get accurate, up-to-date information from Chesterfield in the event of an emergency.
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Request a Speaker Today!
Did you know your group or organization can request a speaker from the #Cfield Speakers Bureau? The Speakers Bureau features a variety of topics on current and timely subjects from county leaders who are eager to talk to your group or organization.
Our subject-matter experts want to be your best resource for getting answers to important questions about Chesterfield. Topics include:
✅ District update – Request your board member to speak
✅ Preparing for an emergency - Emergency Management
✅ Senior resources in Chesterfield - Office of Aging and Disability Resources
✅ So much more
Request a speaker online.
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Ribbon-Cutting for new Deep Creek Middle is Wednesday
 The community is invited to a ceremonial ribbon-cutting for the new Deep Creek Middle School, 17151 Westerleigh Parkway, on Wednesday, July 23 at 9 a.m.
Chesterfield's 13th middle school and the second constructed with a new three-story design, Deep Creek will accommodate 1,800 students. The 239,000-square-foot building positions classrooms for sixth-, seventh- and eighth-grade students on separate floors. It also includes a 1,200-seat gymnasium with adjacent locker rooms and an auxiliary gym, a 1,000-seat auditorium and a cafeteria with seating for 650 students.
The new school officially opens to staff and students next month.
Bellwood ES Staff, Students Kick Off 2025-26 School Year
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The 2025-26 school year is under way in Chesterfield!
There were smiles all around as staff at Bellwood Elementary welcomed students for the first day of school on Monday, July 21. Bellwood is the county's lone school that operates on a year-round calendar.
Schools on the traditional schedule for 2025-26 begin classes the week of Aug. 18. Be sure to check the CCPS calendars page for important dates in the upcoming school year.
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