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Show Off Your Halloween Costume Next Tuesday at Chesterfield's Trunk or Treat Event | |
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One of Chesterfield's most popular annual events returns next week!
On Tuesday, Oct. 24, Chesterfield Parks and Recreation and event sponsor Virginia Credit Union will host a free Trunk or Treat from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Chesterfield County Fairgrounds, 10300 Courthouse Road.
There will be candy, music and food vendors on site. Parking will be available in school lots adjacent to the fairgrounds.
Show off your Halloween costume at this family-friendly event and go trick or treating from trunk to trunk.
In case of inclement weather, the rain date is Wednesday, Oct. 25.
For more information, visit chesterfield.gov/parks.
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Come Out This Saturday for Midlothian Village Day Festival and Mid-Lothian Mines Day Event | |
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Chesterfield Parks and Recreation and Midlothian Moms, a local nonprofit, will cohost the 41st annual Midlothian Village Day Festival & Craft Fair this Saturday, Oct. 21, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Midlothian Middle School (13501 Midlothian Turnpike).
The Midlothian Village Day Festival is a community event filled with fun activities for the whole family. There will be crafters, community booths, games, inflatables, entertainment, food vendors, a raffle and more.
Prior to the festival, there will be a parade along Route 60 beginning at 9 a.m. The parade will start near Capital Ale House and Winfree Church and the grandstand will be located in front of Midlothian Middle School. Just as a reminder, Route 60 will be closed between Charter Colony Parkway and Old Buckingham/Woolridge roads from 8 a.m. to noon.
Also, in conjunction with Midlothian Village Day, Parks and Recreation is hosting a free Mid-Lothian Mines Day event on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Come out to Mid-Lothian Mines Park (13301 North Woolridge Road) and take a trolley tour, while learning about the early coal mining history in Chesterfield and enjoying musical performances, living history demonstrations and period-based children's activities. Concessions also will be available. Parking and admission are free and open to the public.
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Beginning Nov. 1, Both County Convenience Centers Will Be Open for Seven-Day Operations | |
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As part of its multifaceted approach to expanding access and reducing the cost of recycling, Chesterfield will commence seven-day operations at both of its convenience centers on Wednesday, Nov. 1.
Recyclable materials can be dropped off free of charge during regular operating hours at both the Northern Area Convenience Center (3200 Warbro Road) and the Southern Area Convenience Center (6700 Landfill Drive).
To ensure that one of the facilities is accessible every day during the ramp up to Nov. 1, Chesterfield will open the Southern Area Convenience Center on the next two Wednesdays, Oct. 18 and Oct. 25, from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
The county also plans to construct express lanes at both convenience centers next spring, allowing citizens who are there solely to drop off recyclables to bypass the payment queue and directly access the recycling area.
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Chesterfield Breaks Ground on
Nash Road Extension Project
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It’s become an all-too-common scene during central Chesterfield’s peak morning commuting hours: a long line of motorists queueing along northbound Beach Road, waiting for a green light and an opportunity to turn left onto Route 10.
Now relief is on the way.
Five years after the initial community meeting on the Nash Road Extension, the county’s selected contractor has begun work on a $25 million project that will alleviate congestion at that heavily traveled intersection by providing much-needed redundancy in the area’s transportation network.
In addition to a new two-lane roadway, the project also includes construction of a roundabout at the intersection of Nash and Beach roads and a multi-span bridge over Swift Creek, as well as a new traffic signal and turn lanes at the Nash Road Extension’s intersection with Route 10.
Learn more about last week's groundbreaking ceremony in the Chesterfield On Point blog.
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Catch Up on Blog Posts from
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In a new article posted to the Chesterfield On Point blog, you can learn more about paranormal activities that have been documented in the county.
The Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia works closely with a group called RTL Paranormal, which has conducted paranormal investigations at several historic county buildings: Magnolia Grange, Castlewood, the 1892 Jail and Trinity Church.
Back when Magnolia Grange used to host weddings, multiple attendees remarked about how they enjoyed having a staff member in period attire to enhance the authenticity of the ceremony. Only one problem with that … there weren’t any staff in costume at those weddings.
“If it happened once, we might blow it off as a bizarre occurrence," said Bryan Truzzie, historic sites and programs manager for the county’s Parks and Recreation Department. "When it happens two or three times, documented by members of the public, I think there’s some credibility to spirits of family members who have lingered there and have a connection to the site.”
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This Week's High School Football Schedule | |
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THURSDAY
Huguenot at Cosby, 7
FRIDAY
Manchester at L.C. Bird, 7
James River at Midlothian, 7
Powhatan at Monacan, 7
Hopewell at Meadowbrook, 7
Richmond City School of the Arts at Clover Hill, 7
Thomas Dale at Patrick Henry-Ashland, 7
Matoaca at Petersburg, 7
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Watch This Week In Chesterfield | |
Every Monday, This Week in Chesterfield points residents to fun, exciting and interesting things going on around their community. Each weekly video segment can be found on the Chesterfield County YouTube channel.
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Explore 'Paranormal Poe'
This Friday at Magnolia Grange
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Tickets for the "Paranormal Poe: E. A. Poe and Victorian Spiritualism" program this Friday, Oct. 20, at Magnolia Grange are still available, but space is limited.
Beginning at 6 p.m., Chris Semtner, curator of the Poe Museum in Richmond, will portray Edgar Allan Poe, share insights into Poe's connection with the Spiritualism movement and discuss how he inadvertently influenced their beliefs.
Tickets are $10. To register for the program, visit the Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia's website. For more information, call (804) 748-1498.
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Enjoy an Afternoon of Golf
and Support the Christmas Mother
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Share the magic of Christmas! Register today to play in the Merry Links Golf Classic and support the Chesterfield-Colonial Heights Christmas Mother Program.
The event takes place next Monday, Oct. 23 at The Country Club at The Highlands, 8136 Highland Glen Drive. Registration starts at 10 a.m. and golf begins with a shotgun start at noon.
The cost is $125 for an individual, which includes range balls, boxed lunch, 18 holes of golf with cart, two beverages and a post-round banquet with dinner and awards.
Not playing golf? You can still register for the dinner and bid on great auction items. Do some Christmas shopping and help provide Christmas for our neighbors in need.
For more information and to register, visit the event website.
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Watch and Listen to the Latest Episodes
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On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, which drops tomorrow, we talk to Lindsay Cassada, Coordinator of Chesterfield County’s Domestic and Sexual Violence Resource Center, about domestic violence, the support resources available locally, and what people should know this October to raise more awareness around the issue. | |
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Early Voting for November's General Election
Continues Through Nov. 4
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In-person early voting for the November general election continues at the Chesterfield Registrar's Office.
Early voting is available from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday at the General Registrar’s office, 9848 Lori Road. The office will also be open on the two Saturdays (Oct. 28 and Nov. 4) preceding the general election from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Early voting ends at 5 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 4. The general election will take place Tuesday, Nov. 7.
To find more information about the 2023 general election in Chesterfield, including sample ballots and candidate information, visit www.promotethevotecfield.org.
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Voters Must Adhere To New State Law Before Casting Absentee Ballot
Registered Chesterfield voters planning to cast an absentee ballot need to meet new requirements before returning their ballot either by mail or in a dropbox (located at all open polling locations),
Recent legislation (HB1948) removed the witness requirement for absentee ballots. Voters are now required to provide the last four digits of their social security number and their year of birth on the ballot envelope.
As stated on the Ballot Return Envelope, your ballot will not be counted if you do not fill in the Statement of Voter on the envelope completely.
Absentee ballots requested by registered Chesterfield County voters are currently being mailed to their respective residences.
The deadline to request an absentee ballot for this year's general election is Oct. 27.
View more information about changes to absentee ballot return, and other information regarding the November General Election, at the Chesterfield General Registrar’s webpage.
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Learn About River Road Sidewalk Project
at CommunMeeting Next Monday
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Heads up, Chesterfield residents living along River Road, between Hickory Road and Attucks Drive!
A citizen information meeting will be held next Monday, Oct. 23 to discuss the River Road Sidewalk details and schedule.
The meeting will be held at the Ettrick Recreation Center, 20621 Woodpecker Rd. This is an open house style event, so please come anytime between 6 and 7:30 p.m.
You can learn more about the project by visiting the Chesterfield Department of Transportation website.
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Dispose of Unused or Expired Medications
at Oct. 28 Take-Back Event
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The Chesterfield County Police Department, in partnership with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Chesterfield County Sheriff's Office, Substance Abuse Free Environment (SAFE), Chesterfield Emergency Response Team (CERT), Chippenham and Johnston-Willis hospitals and Kroger Health, will help community members safely dispose of expired and unneeded medications on Saturday, Oct. 28.
The police department will host a Medication Take-Back from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Kroger store located at 14101 Midlothian Turnpike. Chesterfield Police officers, Chesterfield Sheriff's deputies and volunteers will be on hand to collect unused or expired prescription, over the counter and veterinary medications. Residents should leave medications in their original containers. Needles, syringes and other "sharps" will not be accepted.
Turning in expired and unused medications helps prevent medication abuse and protects the environment.
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Save the Date: Henricus Hosting
Hops in the Park on Nov. 4
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The Henricus Foundation is presenting the ninth annual Hops in the Park, a national award-winning hops and harvest festival celebrating the long and rich history of brewing in Virginia, on Saturday, Nov. 4 from noon to 6 p.m.
Hops in the Park will feature dozens of Virginia craft beers, brewing demos, a farmers market, music, food, and – of course – Virginia history.
Admission is free, but beverages and food are purchased separately. Beer tickets must be purchased only by electronic payment, so be sure to bring your credit and/or debit card.
All proceeds from Hops in the Park will support the Henricus Foundation’s Children’s Education Fund.
Additional information can be found at the event website.
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Provide Input o Virginia's Statewide
Trails Plan by Completing Survey
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Virginia’s State Trails Office is developing a Virginia Statewide Trails Plan. As a first step, they are seeking public input.
Please take a few minutes to complete the survey, which is available through this Friday, Oct. 20.
A virtual public meeting will be held Thursday, Nov. 2 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Sign up for email notifications and information on how to participate in the meeting by visiting the Virginia Department of Transportation's website.
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Chesterfield Hosting Caregiver Cafe
at Stonebridge Recreation Center
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Are you a family caregiver? Chesterfield County and the Council on Aging are hosting a Caregiver Café on Wednesday, Nov. 8 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
There will be mini presentations and table conversations from experts on various topics such as Caregiver Wellness, Medicaid/Medicare 101, Brain Health, Elder Law, and more. There will also be a vendor fair. Refreshments will be provided.
This event will take place at the Stonebridge Recreation Center, 230 Karl Linn Dr. Feel free to come by anytime between 4 and 7.
Reach out to Aging Resources to register at AgingResources@chesterfield.gov or by calling (804) 717-6592.
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Hello, this is Saturn!
Saturn is a 3-month-old kitten with a very affectionate personality. He was totally hamming it up during his photo session.
He purrs loudly when you hold him and loves to roll over on his back for belly rubs. Saturn truly is a lap kitty and would love nothing more than to cuddle with you all day long.
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. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday, and 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturdays. Our shelter is located at 9300 Public Works Road.
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In Case of Emergency, Get Accurate and
Up-to-Date Information from Chesterfield
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With the eastern seaboard firmly in the midst of hurricane season, but also considering the expectation for more snow coming this winter, 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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Adopt-A-Spot Provides Opportunities
to Keep Chesterfield Beautiful
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Interested in being an antilitter advocate? Adopt-A-Spot in Chesterfield County! Let’s work together to protect our environment.
The Keep Chesterfield Beautiful team is a part of the Department of Community Enhancement. KCB is looking for volunteers for the Adopt-A-Spot Program. This program allows organizations, businesses, and individuals to adopt smaller, more-secure areas, instead of busy roadways. A spot may be a park, school grounds, vacant lot, parking lot, walkway, median strip, street, or entranceway. The county will provide garbage bags and reflective vests as needed.
Take pride in your community by helping to keep one site beautiful and litter-free. If you are interested in attending any of our volunteer opportunities, please contact Calvin Vonada at VonadaC@chesterfield.gov or call 804-717-6136.
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See If You Qualify for Access on Demand | |
Searching for some independence? Find yourself having to call on family or friends to get you where you need to be?
Access on Demand is a same day, door-to-door, point-to-point service for citizens registered for mobility services. Destinations must be located within Chesterfield County, unless for work or medical appointments. Each one-way trip is $6 and will be charged to your debit or credit card at the time of pick-up. Ride reservations must be made at least two hours in advance by calling an authorized provider for same-day service.
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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:
✅ 2022 State of the County
✅ District update – Request your board member to speak
✅ Senior resources in Chesterfield - Office of Aging and Disability Services
✅ Chesterfield Cooperative Extension - Master Gardeners
✅ So much more.
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Updates from Chesterfield County Public Schools | |
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School system is hiring substitute teachers and food service associates
People seeking a flexible schedule are encouraged to apply to become a substitute teacher at a job fair on Wednesday, Oct. 18 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at James River High, 3700 James River Road.
Advance registration is preferred but not required for attending the job fair for substitute teachers. Chesterfield County Public Schools pays substitute teachers $117.19 on regular days and $203 on Fridays and high-demand days.
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Food service associates: Chesterfield County Public Schools will hire food service associates during a job fair Monday, Oct. 30 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at Tomahawk Creek Middle, 1600 Learning Place Loop.
Advance registration is preferred but not required for attending the job fair. This part-time job pays $15-$21.73 per hour plus a $1,250 bonus (paid in May 2024).
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National School Lunch Week inspires student videos
Inspired by popular video games, juniors in the Mass Communications Specialty Center created videos to bring attention to National School Lunch Week, which took place from Oct. 9-13:
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Sparky shares fire safety tips
During a visit to Falling Creek Elementary, Sparky the Fire Dog shared fire safety information with students.
Watch a video of Sparky’s visit.
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