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Board of Supervisors Expected to Appoint Hylton as Interim Dale District Supervisor
Following the passing of five-term Dale District Supervisor James M. “Jim” Holland, Chesterfield Board of Supervisors members have signaled their intention to appoint LeQuan M. Hylton, Ph.D., to the Dale District seat in an interim role.
The Board of Supervisors is expected to make the appointment during a specially scheduled meeting Wednesday, Nov. 12, at 6 p.m. in the county’s Historic 1917 Courthouse, 10011 Iron Bridge Road.
Dr. Hylton, who has served as the appointed Dale District Planning Commission member since 2019, is expected to be sworn in immediately following the appointment.
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Chesterfield's annual Veterans Day ceremony will be held Tuesday, Nov. 11 at 2 p.m. at the Chesterfield County Fairgrounds. The theme of this year's event is "Welcome Home, Vietnam Veterans." Come out and show your appreciation to all of our vets, particularly those who served in Vietnam.
County government offices, courts, libraries and convenience centers will be closed Tuesday, Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day. All will reopen the following day under normal operating hours.
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In the News
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Chesterfield's Newest Park Now Open to the Public
Chesterfield Parks and Recreation's new Cogbill Park is now open. Enjoy a playground, full-size basketball court, pickleball courts and an open space suitable for activities or relaxing, as well as a multi-use trail around the park, which is located at 6700 Cogbill Road.
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Library Hosting Food Drive for Chesterfield Food Bank
Chesterfield Public Library is holding a food drive to support the Chesterfield Food Bank Outreach Center as part of its Operation Holiday Hundred campaign. Food donations can be dropped off at any county library location through Monday, Nov. 17.
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Drop Off Compostable Items at Convenience Centers
In partnership with the Central Virginia Waste Management Authority and Nope Compost Co., Chesterfield is launching a new drop-off composting program Monday, Nov. 17 at the Northern and Southern Area Convenience Centers. Organic material collected will be turned into nutrient-rich soil additive.
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Join Us for Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony at Ettrick Landing
Chesterfield and its project partners – Maggie Walker Community Land Trust, Project:HOMES and the Concerned Citizens of Ettrick – will hold a ribbon-cutting on Monday, Nov. 17 at 12:30 p.m. to mark the completion of construction at Ettrick Landing, an affordable single-family subdivision.
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County Renaming Road for Fallen Sheriff's Deputy
Chesterfield will hold a ceremony next Tuesday, Nov. 18 at 11 a.m. to rename a road near Deep Creek Middle School in memory of Archer Belcher, the county's first sheriff's deputy killed in the line of duty. The dedication ceremony takes place at 17151 Westerleigh Parkway.
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Provide Input on Vision Map in Active Transportation Plan
As the Chesterfield Department of Transportation (CDOT) continues work on its Active Transportation Plan, citizens are invited to review a draft vision map and offer input by completing an online survey. The deadline to comment is Monday, Dec. 1 at 5 p.m.
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FRIDAY, NOV. 6
Region 6A Quarterfinals
No. 5 Western Branch (6-4) at No. 4 L.C. Bird (6-4), 7 p.m.
No. 6 Landstown (5-5) at No. 3 Manchester (9-1), 7 p.m.
NOTE: No. 2 Thomas Dale (9-1) has a bye into the regional semifinals
Region 5C Quarterfinals
No. 5 Hermitage (8-2) at No. 4 Midlothian (8-2), 7 p.m.
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Submit Nominations for Sports Hall of Fame's Third Class Through This Friday, Nov. 15
Who do you know that deserves a spot among Chesterfield’s sports legends?
We’re celebrating the best of the best with the third annual Chesterfield Sports Hall of Fame, and we need your nominations! Nominate deserving athletes, coaches, contributors, and teams by Friday, Nov. 15.
Learn about inductees from the first two Sports Hall of Fame classes and find more information by visiting the Play Chesterfield website.
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Upcoming Events
Saturday, Nov. 15, 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at North Courthouse Road Library
Join us for a celebration of creativity, storytelling and community! This special event brings together a diverse group of talented writers from our region—each with a unique voice and a story to share. Authors will be available to chat about their work, sign copies of their books and share insights into their writing journeys.
Bourbon, Brushes and Brisket
Saturday, Nov. 15, 6:30-9:30 p.m. at the Perkinson Center
The Perkinson Center's popular fall fundraiser event is back! Each ticket includes a mouthwatering dinner with all the fixin's from the legendary ZZQ Texas Craft Barbecue, a guided tasting featuring bourbon and other spirits curated by Three Crosses Distilling Company, live artist demonstrations that bring creativity to life before your eyes, a silent auction & bar cart raffle featuring exclusive items and experiences.
Nov. 15 through Dec. 27 at Swift Creek Mill Theatre
Celebrate the start of the holiday season and step inside a 1940s radio studio where six actors bring George Bailey’s story to life through live voices, music, and sound effects. A heartwarming classic that reminds us how every life touches so many others. Tickets and dining experiences are available for purchase at the Swift Creek Mill Theatre website.
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Everyday Q&A: Caity Noe's Commitment to Service and Safety
Caitlin “Caity” Noe’s journey to Chesterfield wasn’t a straight path, but one built on years of service, hard work, and the pursuit of balance.
Noe just finished her second year as a Health and Safety Instructor in the county's Learning and Performance Center. Her role is all about education, compliance, and prevention. She teaches a wide variety of safety classes based on what each department or group needs.
Get to know her better in the first installment of our Everyday Q&A series.
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Chesterfield Behind the Mic
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On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Internal Audit Director Khara Durden about the upcoming International Fraud Week and what goes into that each year across the local government and school system.
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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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Mac and Cheese Says Hello!
Mac and Cheese has a silly, carefree attitude that will just bring a smile to your face! He doesn't really care about toys, but sure is food-driven. Snacks are just the best thing ever. He's even quite skilled at catching them mid-air if you toss one to him. Mac and Cheese is around a year old and currently weighs 48 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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Gates ES Family Night Links Literacy and LEGO Bricks
In October, Gates Elementary and the school’s PTA partnered to host a vibrant and engaging Literacy and LEGO Family Night. The event drew families into a fun-filled evening that celebrated reading, creativity and community connection.
In the gym, children and parents explored interactive LEGO stations inspired by books featured in the school’s book fair, which was held simultaneously in the library. The cafeteria was transformed into a family hub, offering PTA-provided snacks, a bookmark-making station and take-home resources to help parents support literacy at home. A highlight of the evening was a giant chessboard, where students had the opportunity to learn and play chess, thanks to our community partner, the Discovery Center at Stony Point.
VIDEO: Band Buddies Connects Middle, High School Marching Bands to Make Beautiful Music
Band students from Robious Middle got a special invitation to see what marching band in high school is like at James River High at the annual Buddy Night. The Robious students go through the process of preparing for a halftime performance at the big game on Friday night. Watch this video to see how the program connects and inspires these young musicians.
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