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 Chesterfield’s first section of the Fall Line Trail is on the ground.
OK, so it’s only about 500 feet long, spanning one block along Route 1 between Dwight Avenue and Gettings Lane, but there’s another one-mile segment under construction further north that’s expected to be completed in November. The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) also is preparing to break ground this fall on the 9.4-mile section of trail between Route 10 in Chester and Patton Park in Petersburg.
In total, funding has been secured for all but about six of the more than 18 miles of trail that will traverse Chesterfield as it winds its way north from the banks of the Appomattox River to the town of Ashland.
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Chesterfield County’s Nonprofit Collaborative, in partnership with Chesterfield’s Community Engagement and Resources Department (CER), will host a free Nonprofit Resource Fair to help residents connect with local organizations and learn more about the services available in their community.
This event will bring together nonprofit organizations, county departments and community partners to share information, answer questions and provide educational materials on a wide range of programs and services available to Chesterfield residents.
Residents attending the event can explore resources and services related to:
- Youth and young adult programs
- Senior services
- Recovery and support services
- Health equity initiatives
- County programs and services
- Additional community services
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In the News
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Commonwealth Games Come to the Richmond Region
The Richmond Region, including Chesterfield and Henrico, are set to host the Virginia Commonwealth Games this year for the first time in the event's 36-year history. Each year, the host community welcomes thousands of athletes in over 30 sports. The games are set to kick off with a tailgate party and opening ceremonies July 24.
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 Google Hosts Community Meetings on Data Centers
The county is sharing information about Google’s upcoming community meetings, which will provide county residents with opportunities to review project plans, learn more about infrastructure and sustainability initiatives, and get answers to questions from subject matter experts and representatives from Google.
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Voluntary Water Conservation Continues
Chesterfield County, continues to ask residents and businesses to voluntarily reduce water use, to help conserve the public water supply. The recent dry weather and lack of significant rainfall in areas west of Richmond have led to this call for voluntary water conservation in the metro Richmond area.
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Early Voting Continues for Aug. 4 Primary Elections
Early voting for Aug. 4 primary elections continues at Central Library. On the ballot are a Republican primary for U.S. Senate, Democratic primary for Virginia's 1st Congressional District, and a special Democratic primary for the Dale District seat on the Chesterfield Board of Supervisors.
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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.
Summer in the Parks Series: Horner Park
Tuesday, July 21, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Horner Park
Celebrate summer with a night full of fun activities for the whole family, featuring a variety of activities including a bounce house, yard games, and a D.J. There will be a food and dessert vendor included at no cost.
Virginia Commonwealth Games Tailgate Party & Opening Ceremonies
Friday, July 24, 5:30-8 p.m. at River City Sportsplex
Kick off the Virginia Commonwealth Games with a parade of athletes, opening ceremonies including a lighting of the Olympic Cauldron, and a tailgate party with fun for all ages.
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Everyday Q&A: Hitting Innovation Out of the Park with Matt Mullen
For most people, sports are a hobby. For Matt Mullen, they’ve been a throughline.
The Richmond-area native grew up playing just about every sport including basketball, football, and baseball. When the time came, he packed up his bags and headed south to Roanoke College with dreams of seeing where Division III baseball could take him.
From VCU Athletics to the University of Richmond and local baseball teams, Mullen found roles exactly where he knew he wanted to be. Eventually, those experiences brough him back to local government. After six years with Henrico County, Mullen joined the Chesterfield family in 2023. Today, he serves as assistant director for sports and events in the Sports, Visitation and Entertainment department.
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Chesterfield Behind the Mic
On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Mary Bowman of the county’s Emergency Communications Center (ECC) about not only how she came into that line of work but also the myriad ways staff in that department work 24/7 to ensure that first responders get the information necessary to save lives.
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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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Hi There Short Legs, Don't Care!
Short Legs, Don't Care has an equally awesome personality to match his name! He is carefree, happy, and his excitement is contagious. He loves to play with toys with or without you. If you are busy, he will throw the toy up in the air and catch it. He's super silly and is a little bit clumsy due to his abnormally short legs for his body size. When meeting other dogs, he just wanted to play and have a party!
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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 Register for Fall 2026 Adult Education Classes
Adult education classes can help you prepare for a better job, earn your GED diploma or learn English. Adult education in Chesterfield County Public Schools offers supportive, flexible opportunities for those who want to improve their situations.
This fall, the adult education opportunities include workforce training classes, GED prep and testing, English language acquisition programs, and enrichment classes covering a wide range of skills.
Adult education classes fill quickly, so be sure to register online now for this fall’s opportunities. See available courses here. Printed copies of the catalog are available in Chesterfield County public libraries. For questions, call 804-768-6140.
 My First School Bus Helps Kids Prepare for the School Year
To help kids (and parents) prepare for their first school bus ride, Chesterfield Public Library invites residents to My First School Bus. This annual program gives pre-kindergarten and kindergarten students a chance to practice getting on and off a real school bus while learning about school bus safety with Chesterfield County Public Schools and Chesterfield County Police Department.
View the full list of upcoming My First School Bus sessions to find a time and locations that works for your family. Registration opens two weeks before each session.
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Explore career opportunities in Chesterfield and join our team of dedicated professionals in Government and Public Schools—apply today to shape our community’s future.
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Discover who represents you in Chesterfield and learn more about your magisterial district to stay connected and informed.
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