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Diamond Field Enhancements Bolstering Chesterfield’s Reputation as a Mid-Atlantic Hub for Baseball and Softball
Construction has begun on a new stadium field and adjacent pedestrian plaza at The Diamonds at Iron Bridge baseball/softball complex in Harry G. Daniel Park.
The stadium will include 272 seats, all covered by a steel canopy, and a press box. The approximately 30,000-square-foot concrete plaza between the stadium and a recently completed building with restrooms, storage and changing rooms for umpires will provide outdoor gathering spaces and dedicated parking for food trucks.
It's the final phase of a project that began in 2023 and involved the extensive renovation of six existing fields at Daniel Park into a tournament-quality baseball/softball complex. The Diamonds at Iron Bridge has hosted numerous tournaments since opening to the public in 2024, strengthening sports tourism as a key driver for diversifying the local economy and generating tax receipts that help fund future facility improvements across the county.
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In the News
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BOS Meets Wednesday to Elect New Chair, Vice Chair
The Chesterfield Board of Supervisors will hold its annual organizational meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 7 at 6 p.m. to elect its chair and vice chair and approve its 2026 meeting schedule. The meeting will be held in the Public Meeting Room, 10001 Iron Bridge Road.
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Register Now for County's 76th Basic CERT Class
Registration is officially open for the 76th Basic CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) Class. Don’t miss your chance to gain essential emergency preparedness and response skills that can help you protect your family and community in times of crisis.
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Recycle Your Live Christmas Tree at Convenience Centers
Chesterfield residents can recycle live trees at no cost at both the Northern and Southern Area Convenience Centers through Saturday, Jan. 31. Trees must be free of all ornaments and decorations to be recycled.
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Complete Survey on Reams Road Sidewalk by Jan. 13
Chesterfield is developing plans to construct a sidewalk between Reams Road Elementary School and Marbleridge Road and a pedestrian crossing at Mistywood Road. Provide comment by Tuesday, Jan. 13 at 5 p.m.
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Upcoming Events
Jan. 9 through Jan. 11 at the Perkinson Center
Legend of the Poinsettia is a story based on the Mexican legend of a pure hearted young girl, Maria, who discovers the true spirit of giving. The Latin Ballet has captivated audiences of all ages and backgrounds with this vibrant annual performance full of light, spirit and joy.
Monday, Jan. 12, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. (Virtual)
Learn to understand stress and its impact on your mind and body. Explore a variety of stress management tools and strategies designed to help you cope effectively and build resilience. This free, interactive class also provides valuable resources to support your ongoing journey toward wellness. Register by 5 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 8.
Wednesday, Jan. 14, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 9501 Lucy Corr Circle
Join Chesterfield-Colonial Heights Social Services for a day of career exploration with local employers currently hiring in the logistics and warehouse sectors. A resume workshop will be held before the event from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m.
Tuesday, Jan. 27, 6 to 8 p.m. at Matoaca Elementary School
Matoaca District Supervisor Kevin Carroll will host a town hall to discuss the pending Marlbank Farms residential rezoning case (25SN1153). The scheduled meeting is a follow-up to a community meeting hosted by the case applicant Dec. 1. The town hall will provide residents an additional opportunity to learn about the proposed rezoning and offer feedback.
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Chesterfield Behind the Mic
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On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to veteran Creative Content Writer Jim McConnell about the year that was 2025, looking at some of the stories that stood out to us most throughout the year on both the podcast and the Chesterfield On Point blog.
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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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Who's Ready for Russell?
Russell is a 3-year-old neutered male Hound mix and he weighs about 44lbs. Russell is very sweet and friendly. I mean, just look at his adorable smile! Like most hounds, you'll usually find Russell just strolling around the yard with his nose to the ground. Besides sniffing all the smells, Russell enjoys playing with just the right toy and getting rump scratches. Russell would love a family to play with and a couch to relax on.
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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VDOE Data Indicates CCPS Still on the Right Track
Data released Dec. 10 by the Virginia Department of Education shows continued success for Chesterfield County Public Schools.
This year’s results are based on student achievement in the 2024-25 school year:
- Every school is fully accredited in Chesterfield County Public Schools.
- 55% of Chesterfield’s graduating class of 2025 earned advanced diplomas, exceeding the statewide level of 50%.
- Students improved overall scores on Standards of Learning tests.
“Hard work and commitment by our students, teachers, staff members and partners are shown in the data released by the Virginia Department of Education,” said Dr. John Murray, superintendent of Chesterfield County Public Schools. “I’m proud of what we have accomplished so far and the successes we will achieve as we move forward.”
See the full story and more about our division’s continued success.
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