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 At Colbrook Site, Redevelopment Honors Historic Legacy of Former Green Book Motel
 In 1946, a decade before the new Interstate 95 became the most heavily traveled north-south highway on the U.S. east coast, a trio of African Americans -- William E. Brooks, his wife Audrey W. Brooks and Dr. Cortlandt M. Colson -- opened a motel along Route 1 in south Chester.
From 1956 to 1967, the Colbrook Motel was included in the Green Book, a segregation-era listing of hotels, motels and other hospitality-related establishments Black people could patronize without fear of discrimination.
Now a local housing nonprofit is redeveloping the abandoned, once-blighted site with a $60 million project that will bring 144 quality affordable multifamily units to Chesterfield County.
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In the News
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Free Splash & Slide Event Takes Place This Saturday
Send off summer before kids head back to the classroom next week with a new, free Chesterfield Parks and Recreation water event. Splash & Slide takes place this Saturday, Aug. 16 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at River City Sportsplex, 13030 Genito Road.
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Provide Input on Powhite Parkway Improvements
Virginia Department of Transportation has initiated the Environmental Impact Statement process to evaluate potential improvements to Powhite Parkway. Citizens have an opportunity to provide input on VDOT's Notice of Intent for the project by this Friday, Aug. 15.
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 Fall Government Citizens Academy Applications Open
Registration for the county's fall 2025 Government Citizens Academy (GCA) is open until 5 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 5 or when enrollment capacity is reached. The nine sessions will be held on Thursdays from 9 a.m. to noon, starting Sept. 18 and concluding Nov. 13.
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 County, Schools Celebrate Topping Off for New Building
Chesterfield County Public Schools marked a major milestone in the construction of the new west area elementary school Monday, Aug. 11 with a topping-off ceremony, a tradition in the construction industry celebrating placement of the final structural beam.
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 Registrar's Office Recruiting for Additional Poll Workers
The Chesterfield County Registrar’s Office is seeking new applicants to serve as officers of election during this November's general election. All poll workers must be registered voters in Virginia and complete required training. They are paid for their service.
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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, apply by this Friday, Aug. 15 at 5 p.m.
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Buy Tickets for Sports Hall of Fame Banquet
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Big news! The 2025 Chesterfield Sports Hall of Fame induction class has been officially announced! From local legends to game-changing contributors, this year’s lineup is one for the history books.
Meet the inductees by visiting the Play Chesterfield website. If you're interested in attending this year's Hall of Fame banquet on Thursday, Sept. 18, tickets are on sale now!
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Upcoming Events
Summer Nights at the Perk: The Eli Cook Band
Wednesday, Aug. 13, 6-8 p.m. at the Perkinson Center
Raw, powerful blues with Appalachian soul and grunge grit—don’t miss Eli’s fiery guitar and unmistakable growl! Join us for another unforgettable evening of live music, great eats, and good vibes under the summer sky.
Otterdale Road Drainage Project Community Meeting
Monday, Aug. 18, 6-7 p.m. (Virtual)
Transportation staff will present information about planned roadway improvements to alleviate flooding of Otterdale Road at Swift Creek. Register for the virtual community meeting on chesterfield.gov by Monday at 5 p.m.
Chesterfield County Fair
Friday, Aug. 22 through Saturday, Aug. 30 at County Fairgrounds
From its debut in October 1911, the Chesterfield County Fair has provided local farmers an opportunity to display the items they raise and given the community a place to come together and have fun with friends and family. Even as the county has grown over the past century, the fair still proudly continues this tradition.
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 Through Her Mobile Food Pantry, Rhone Helps Nourish the Community One Delivery at a Time
Wonnease Rhone is the true embodiment of service to others. On any given day, she improves the lives of many – one food delivery at a time.
Serving anywhere from 500 to 700 people a month, Rhone runs 5 Loaves, a mobile food pantry.
Food insecurity is a growing issue in our community and Rhone is no stranger to it. “I know what it’s like to be hungry,” she said in a recent interview. “You can’t do this without compassion.”
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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 Dr. Bill Fiege, president of Brightpoint Community College, about recent changes at the school, his view of its place in the community, how circumstances have changed for those looking at higher education, and what Brightpoint has to offer on a number of fronts.
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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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Say Hello to Jeremy!
Jeremy is proof that happiness comes with four paws and a wagging tail! At 2 years old, this dog-friendly Hound mix is a lovable bundle of energy and affection. He’s a little goofy, a lot sweet, and 100% ready to be your new best friend. With Jeremy around, every day feels like a good day. Jeremy is a neutered male, Hound mix, and he weighs about 54 lbs.
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 Concerns or Request Assistance
Chesterfield County is committed to providing a first-choice community through excellence in public service.
The county is dedicated to upholding the highest standards through efficient uses of resources, promoting integrity and accountability and ensuring Chesterfield is the best place to live, learn, work and play.
As part of that commitment, the county welcomes and encourages citizens to provide feedback, concerns, report fraud, waste or abuse.
If you are experiencing an emergency or to report a crime in progress, call 911.
For more information, please visit chesterfield.gov/report.
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GRTC's LINK Service Now Operating on Hull Street Road
LINK, the on-demand microtransit service from GRTC, is now available in the Clover Dale Zone.
LINK runs Monday through Friday from 6 a.m.-8 p.m., connecting you anywhere in your community. Simply download the GRTC on the Go app and select your pick-up and drop-off locations anywhere within our service area, and we’ll be there within 20 minutes to get you where you need to go.
The Clover Dale Zone provides quick and convenient service along Hull Street Road from Chippenham Mall to Harbourside Centre, with direct connection to downtown Richmond via GRTC’s Route 1C and 82x. LINK vehicles are fully ADA accessible, and feature on-board WIFI and USB charging ports – and right now, LINK is entirely fare-free!
For more information, visit ridegrtc.com/link or call 804-358-4792.
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Virginia Has Resources for Aspiring Childcare Providers
Did you know that the state has resources available for becoming a childcare provider?
The Virginia Department of Education offers the following tools for those looking to become a childcare provider and existing providers:
- Standards for licensed child day centers
- Emergency preparedness
- Low-interest loan programs
- Family and community engagement information
- Trauma toolkits
- Family childcare tool kits and much more
Find more information, visit the state's 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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Submit CCPS Hall of Fame Nominations by Aug. 31
Nominations are open for the Chesterfield County Public Schools Hall of Fame until Sunday, Aug. 31.This is your chance to nominate former employees and volunteers who made a significant difference for CCPS students and communities. Individuals who have been nominated in previous years may be considered.
The Hall of Fame is a partnership between the school system and the Chesterfield Education Foundation to recognize retirees and volunteers who made a significant difference in Chesterfield County schools.
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