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West Ridge High School Reaches Construction Milestone
Chesterfield County celebrated the structural completion of West Ridge High School, its first new high school in 20 years, with a topping-off ceremony on June 16, 2026.
North Chesterfield executive charged in alleged $49.6M Medicaid fraud scheme
Federal prosecutors have charged a North Chesterfield woman, Mikia Noble, 37, in an alleged scheme to bill Virginia Medicaid roughly $49.6 million for crisis mental-health services that recipients never received or did not need. The charge is an accusation; Noble has not been convicted.
Meadowdale Library Opens for Heat Relief This Weekend
Meadowdale Library opens extended hours July 3-5 as a free cooling center during extreme heat, offering air conditioning, books, Wi-Fi, and computers.
Man in Mobility Scooter Killed in Crash on E. Hundred Road
A man operating a mobility scooter was struck from behind and killed on E. Hundred Road in Chesterfield County early Wednesday morning, July 1, 2026.
JoAnn closes Chesterfield store in Chapter 11 bankruptcy
National fabric and craft retailer JoAnn filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in January 2026 and liquidated all stores, including its Chesterfield location, eliminating a major shopping destination for local crafters.
Free Summer in the Park Series Coming to Chesterfield
Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation is hosting a free Summer in the Park series at five county parks in July, featuring music, food, and the chance to meet district supervisors.
County Urges Voluntary Water Conservation Starting Today
Chesterfield County and five surrounding jurisdictions are asking residents and businesses to voluntarily reduce outdoor water use starting July 1 as extreme drought lowers James River levels.
37 Data Centers Strain Schools' Power Budgets
Henrico County's 37 data centers are driving a 25% electricity rate increase, prompting county officials to ask school staff and employees to dim lights and conserve power starting July 1, 2026.
Vandalism Suspect Ordered for Mental Health Evaluation
A Midlothian resident accused of damaging four county buildings, including the courthouse, in a May vandalism spree has been ordered to undergo mental health evaluation.
USACE Provides Update on Google's $9B Data Center Project
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has updated information on Google's Project Skye data center campus in Chesterfield County, Virginia, which will impact over 20 acres of wetlands and 8,000 feet of streams.