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 Chesterfield Marks Milestone in Construction of New West Ridge High School
 County and school leaders gathered Tuesday morning for a topping-out ceremony at Chesterfield’s first new high school in two decades.
The $135 million West Ridge High School is under construction in the western Route 360 corridor. Topping-out marks a significant milestone in the construction process: placing of the building’s final structural beam.
Located at 17500 Duval Road, the school will feature state-of-the-art amenities, including two full-size gymnasiums, a 3,500-seat stadium, specialized arts and career education classrooms, and dedicated special education space. Outdoor athletic facilities will include baseball and softball diamonds, ample parking, and gathering spaces to support school and community events.
With 340,000 square feet of space, the building is designed to accommodate approximately 2,400 students. It will bring relief to nearby Cosby High School and accommodate future student enrollment growth.
West Ridge High is scheduled to open in August 2027.
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The culmination of years of intentional thought, planning and hard work became a reality on Thursday when Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation was able to officially open The Park at River City Sportsplex.
The “park within a park” is a first of its kind for Chesterfield, as the 115-acre facility on Genito Road gains a 2,000-square-foot splash pad with various water features as well as a destination playground, a game space for tweens and teens, an accessible climbing structure and multiple walking and exercise trails.
As part of the 2022 bond referendum overwhelmingly approved by county voters, more than $17 million was slated for enhancements at River City Sportsplex to create a new cornerstone for outdoor activities and community gatherings.
Following the addition of four lighted fields in 2024 at the facility, River City Sportsplex is now home to 16 multi-purpose fields for youth tournaments in soccer, lacrosse, and field hockey. The next step, then was adding even more value for the community.
When the county bought the privately-owned facility in 2016, there was a great deal of what Luther called “spoils,” or land that had been untouched and was not targeted for sports amenities. That made it possible for all of the funding for this project to go directly towards “fun stuff” rather than things like utilities and road construction which typically are part and parcel to park projects.
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In the News
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Early Voting Begins Thursday for Aug. 4 Primary Elections
Early voting for Aug. 4 primary elections opens Thursday, June 18 at Central Library. On the ballot is Republican primary for U.S. Senate, Democratic primary for VA 1st Congressional District, and a Special Democratic Primary for the Dale District Board of Supervisors seat.
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Celebrate Juneteenth with Local Community Events
Chesterfield is hosting several events and activities throughout the county this week to honor Juneteenth. Explore civil rights history in the Richmond region at Chesterfield Baptist, the significance of Juneteenth in Virginia at Bon Air Library, and joyful music and movement that honors freedom at Clover Hill Library.
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County Offices Closed Friday for Juneteenth Holiday
All Chesterfield County administrative offices, courts, convenience centers and libraries will be closed this Friday, June 19 in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. Each will reopen the morning of Monday, June 22 under normal operating hours.
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Matoaca Softball Star is VA Gatorade Player of the Year
Matoaca High School junior Kaylee Hodges was announced as the 2025-2026 Gatorade Virginia Softball Player of the Year for the second consecutive time. Hodges led the Warriors to their first Regional 5C Championship last Saturday.
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National Speech & Debate Tournament in Chesterfield
Ten Chesterfield high school students are competing at the 2026 National Speech & Debate Tournament, held in the Richmond region for the first time. Several events, which end on Friday, June 19, will take place at local area high schools.
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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. 14 at 5 p.m.
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Upcoming Events
Chesterfield Farmers Market
Wednesdays through Sept. 30, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at 6701 Mimms Loop
The 2026 farmers market season is in full swing! View the county calendar and visit the Chesterfield County Farmers Market Facebook page for weekly updates and vendor lists.
Westchester Concert Series - KOS Band
Tuesday, June 23, 5:30-8:30 p.m. at Westchester Commons
Come out to Main Street and enjoy songs by KOS Band as they perform a wide variety of hits from all genres for a guaranteed great time. Chairs and blankets are encouraged - and of course, your dancing shoes as well. This week's charity is Bridging RVA.
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Final Beam Placed for Falling Creek Police Precinct
Chesterfield held a topping out ceremony Wednesday, June 10 for the new Falling Creek Police Precinct building under construction at one of the county’s strategic gateways.
The two-story, nearly 17,000-square-foot facility, which is located at the intersection of Midlothian Turnpike and Chippenham Parkway, will support the Chesterfield County Police Department’s daily operations in one of the Richmond region’s most heavily traveled areas.
Scheduled to open in early 2027, the building will include a roll call room, recovery space, fitness area, conference rooms, general workspaces and multiple offices. It’s the first of four permanent police stations to be built with funding approved by Chesterfield voters in the 2022 bond referendum.
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Chesterfield Behind the Mic
On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, which drops tomorrow, we talk to Dr. LeQuan Hylton of the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors to discuss some of the big items facing the county in 2026 and a number of updates on projects in the Dale District.
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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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Meet Zeppole!
Zeppole has the most gentle heart and submissive personality. He immediately drops to the floor when he sees you with those big, sad eyes. We would love to know what he is thinking or where he came from. Zeppole wants to be by your side at all times, or better yet, in your lap! He is glued to his people. When meeting other dogs, he was a little shy at first and then greeted them in a friendly manner. Toys are the way to his heart. He will immediately go from looking like the dog on the rescue commercials to excited, happy, waggy-tailed dog. It's such a transformation! He is around 2 years old and weighs 52 lbs. Oh, did we mention he gives hugs!
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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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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 Elizabeth Davis Middle Drama Teacher Earns National Award
A big standing ovation is deserved for Julie Rose, drama teacher at Elizabeth Davis Middle, for earning the Emerging Theatre Educator Award from the Education Theatre Association. This annual award is given to a graduate student, preservice teacher or early-career theater educator who demonstrates innovation, service and impact in advancing theater education in schools and communities. Julie joined Chesterfield County Public Schools in 2022 after graduating from Longwood University. She directs two student shows each year, with “Legally Blonde the Musical Jr.” as this spring’s production. Brava!
 Bensley Teacher Recognized for Exceptional Impact
Congratulations to Alejandra Sierra! A Participate Learning ambassador teacher who works at Bensley Elementary, she has been named Local Adviser of the Year for 2025-26. Participate Learning recognizes local advisers who make an exceptional impact on the experience of new ambassador teachers as they transition to living and working in the United States. Advisers help teachers navigate housing, transportation, community resources and the many practical and personal adjustments that come with relocating to a new country.
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