Across the county
County Covers Weight-Loss Drugs to Manage Rising Health Insurance Costs
Chesterfield County is covering GLP-1 weight-loss medications for about 8% of its employees as a long-term cost-management strategy, citing the drugs' potential to prevent more expensive chronic health conditions.
Judge Dismisses All Charges in Shamrock Pub Shooting Case
A Chesterfield County judge dismissed all charges against a man accused of shooting inside Shamrock Pub after finding his right to a speedy trial was violated.
Foxtail Coffee to open third location near Brandermill
Foxtail Coffee is expanding with a new location near Brandermill, marking its third outpost in the Richmond area.
County Officials Explain 1 For Schools Sales Tax Referendum
County and school leaders outlined the mechanics and rationale for a 1 percent sales tax referendum on the November ballot, expected to generate up to 70 million dollars annually for school construction and maintenance projects.
Community Cup Soccer Tournament Returns to Chesterfield
The Community Cup, a free regional soccer tournament featuring food trucks, live entertainment, and first responder engagement, returns to River City Sportsplex on October 3, 2026.
Chesterfield keeps 88 Flock cameras under 2029 contract
Chesterfield County operates 88 Flock Safety license plate cameras through a 2029 contract, generating crime-solving results but sparking privacy concerns among residents and advocates.
Brush Fire in Matoaca Area Flares Up, Creates Smoke
A brush fire that ignited on Church Road in Chesterfield County's Matoaca area over the weekend flared up again Tuesday, continuing to generate smoke in the region as crews work to contain it.
Second CareNow Urgent Care Location Opens in Chesterfield
CareNow has opened a second urgent care location in Chesterfield County, expanding HCA Virginia's footprint in the region.
Schultz, Former Fairfax School Board Member, Runs in Chesterfield
Elizabeth Schultz, a former Fairfax County School Board member, is running for the Chesterfield County School Board Clover Hill District seat in a special election expected this November.
Police Service Aide Program Opens Law Enforcement Career Path
Chesterfield's Police Service Aide program, launched in 2020 as the first of its kind in Virginia, has produced 40 sworn officers and hired over 137 aides total, offering a structured pathway for young residents to gain law enforcement experience before becoming eligible for full police officer status.