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One Hundred Years and Counting: Chesterfield Celebrates its Truly Remarkable Centenarians
 In 1925, a loaf of bread cost 10 cents. A new car went for about $525 and you could buy a house for less than $12,000.
Mount Rushmore was dedicated in 1925 in the Black Hills of South Dakota. F. Scott Fitzgerald’s iconic novel, The Great Gatsby, was published, and The Grand Ole Opry country music radio show was broadcast for the first time.
Eleven Chesterfield residents born that year were recognized last week, during the Board of Supervisors’ Sept. 17 meeting, at the county’s annual Centenarian Celebration.
There are approximately 101,000 centenarians – people who are 100 years of age or older – living in the U.S. today.
More than 100 of them reside in Chesterfield, “a number that speaks volumes about the strength and vitality of our community,” said Kim Graves, aging and disability services manager for the county’s Community Engagement and Resources Department.
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During September, which is National Suicide Prevention Month, Chesterfield County and the Chesterfield Suicide Awareness and Prevention Coalition are once again working to raise awareness about suicide and educating the public about the resources that exist in mental health emergencies, particularly for those who are dealing with addiction.
Please visit the county's Suicide Awareness web page for more information.
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In the News
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Final Farmers Market of 2025 Takes Place Next Wednesday
Next Wednesday, Oct. 1 is your last chance to visit the Chesterfield Farmers Market this year! The market is located on the county government complex at 6711 Mimms Loop, so join us from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in shopping local for fresh fruits, veggies, baked goods and more.
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Sign Up for a CPL Library Card and Save This Week
September is Library Card Sign-Up Month and we encourage you to get one right now. During Show Your Card and Save Week, from Sept. 22–27, show your Chesterfield Public Library card at participating local businesses for a promotion or discount.
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Go Purple for Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Please join us Monday, Sept. 29 at noon on the Chesterfield Domestic Violence Task Force's Facebook Page. The program includes remarks from intimate partner violence survivors and presentation of the 7th Annual Outstanding Service Award.
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Regional First Responders Host Annual Community Cup
Join Chesterfield and Henrico counties, the City of Richmond, and the Virginia State Police at River City Sportsplex on Saturday, Oct. 4 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for a day of family fun. Enjoy a soccer tournament, food trucks, first responders' vehicles, and more.
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Kevin Carroll to Host Community Conversations
Matoaca District Supervisor Kevin Carroll will host a community conversation with Matoaca District residents Wed. Oct. 8 and 15 from 6 to 8 p.m., providing residents the opportunity to discuss issues important to them, ask questions and brainstorm solutions.
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Early Voting Continues for November Election
Early voting continues at Central Library for November’s general election. Voters can drop off completed absentee by-mail ballots at Central Library while the polls are open or at the General Registrar's Office Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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FRIDAY, SEPT. 26 (All games kick off at 7 p.m.)
Clover Hill at James River
Manchester at Cosby
Huguenot at Midlothian
Prince George at Thomas Dale
Powhatan at Monacan
Richmond HS of the Arts at L.C. Bird
Meadowbrook at Hopewell
Matoaca at Dinwiddie
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Seven Members of Class of 2025 Inducted into Chesterfield Sports Hall of Fame
The names that will be engraved on the Sports Hall of Fame Wall at River City Sportsplex includes:
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William “Boogie” Henderson, who won a Super Bowl with the Green Bay Packers and is enshrined in the franchise’s Hall of Fame.
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Megan Walker, a first-team all-American at the University of Connecticut who was selected in the first round by the WNBA’s New York Liberty.
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Sean Marshall, who won 37 games, added 16 saves and amassed a 3.66 earned-run average during his career as a pitcher with the Chicago Cubs and Cincinnati Reds.
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Lennie Pond, the 1973 NASCAR Winston Cup Rookie of the Year who finished his Cup Series career with 88 top-10 finishes and a victory at Talladega Speedway.
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Shannon Taylor, an all-American in field hockey at Syracuse University who went on to represent the U.S. in the 2012 Olympics.
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Rudi Johnson, who rushed for more than 1,500 yards in one season at Auburn University, then earned Pro Bowl honors while setting the Cincinnati Bengals’ single-season rushing record.
- Charles McLeod, who was an all-district, all-region and honorable mention all-state selection after averaging 20 points and 21 rebounds per game as a senior at Matoaca High School. He went on to become the first Black player on VCU’s basketball team.
Watch the 2025 Chesterfield Sports Hall of Fame ceremony.
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Upcoming Events
ChesterFest
Saturday, Sept. 27 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at 11801 Centre St.
Fall is officially here! Head to the annual ChesterFest to celebrate local food, artisans, and artists. The event will include a beer garden, live music, and food trucks, vendors, and more. Bring your little to enjoy a kid's zone with face painting, games, and a pumpkin patch.
Good Medicine 5K and One-Mile Fun Walk
Saturday, Sept. 27, 8 a.m. at 2320 Skaggs Rd., Powhatan
Hosted by the Free Clinic of Powhatan, this event invites runners, walkers and wellness seekers of all kinds to come together in support of the region’s only free, full-service health clinic
Career Conversations
Thursday, Sept. 25, 10-11:30 a.m. at Meadowdale Library
Ready to take the next step in your career? Chesterfield County and Virginia Career Works invite you to Career Conversations, a free series designed to support your professional growth. The next session of the four-part event is focused on using technology in your career search.
High School Marching Band Exhibition
Monday, Oct. 6, 6:25 p.m. at Thomas Dale High (3626 W. Hundred Rd.)
Don’t miss this fall’s marching band exhibition featuring every high school in Chesterfield County Public Schools! Everyone is invited to experience the bold sounds and precision moves of drumlines, brass and woodwinds alongside the beautiful choreography of color guards as 10 halftime shows march across the field. Admission is free.
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Board of Supervisors Roundup
In case you missed the Sept. 17 Board of Supervisors meeting, here is a brief roundup of items from the board's monthly work session and business meeting:
- New Zoning Ordinance
- Wastewater Treatment Plant Enhancements
- Local Performing Arts Season Preview
- Falling Creek Police Precinct
- Fire and EMS Annual Update
- Fusion Energy Plant
- Mental Health Support Services Annual Update
- Cosby High School Access Improvements
- Diamonds at Iron Bridge Stadium Field
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Chesterfield Behind the Mic
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On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to 2024 Chesterfield Sports Hall of Famer Ken Oxendine about growing up in this community and following a great playing career at Virginia Tech and in the NFL, returning home to give back to the place that raised him.
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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. Jeremey 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 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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A Larger-Than-Life Smile in Times Square
Landon Gilliard’s smile lit up Times Square recently. His photo was one of 500 chosen to promote the annual National Down Syndrome Society buddy walk in New York City. His mom, Stephanie Gilliard, said more than 2,500 photos were submitted for consideration and Landon was among those selected for the slideshow. The entire Times Square slideshow can be seen here; look for Landon at 19:30.
Did you notice that Landon’s wearing a Tomahawk Creek Timberwolves T-shirt? He attended Tomahawk Creek Middle last year, then moved to Deep Creek Middle when it opened this year. His mom said, “He loved his one year at TCMS and is loving Deep Creek too!”
The Gilliard family was not in NYC for the buddy walk, but they participate each year in the local Step Up for Down Syndrome event, which will take place Oct. 11.
Bellwood to Return to Traditional Calendar in 26-27
Bellwood Elementary will return to a traditional calendar at the start of the 2026-27 school year. In 2018, Bellwood became the first school in Chesterfield County Public Schools to follow a year-round calendar. Improving student performance was the main reason for the change.
However, after reviewing information from the past four years that the year-round model is not improving student learning, the Chesterfield County School Board voted Sept. 9 to return Bellwood Elementary to the traditional calendar that all other Chesterfield County schools follow.
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