Across the county
Midlothian Wig Salon Launches Program for Women with Medical Hair Loss
Bombshell Wigs Galore, a Midlothian salon owned by Lemeisha Weatherspoon, launched the Bombshell Strong Initiative to support women experiencing hair loss from cancer treatment and other medical conditions.
Local Contractor Steps In to Help Chesterfield Couple
A Chesterfield contractor volunteered his services at no cost to help a retired couple after a policy change left them struggling with overgrowth from a VDOT right-of-way encroaching on their property.
Google to Invest $9B in Three Chesterfield Data Center Campuses
Google announced a $9 billion investment in three data center campuses spanning 1,500 acres across Chesterfield County, representing one of the largest corporate infrastructure projects in Virginia's history.
Chesterfield Mother Charged in Son's Death From Severe Neglect
Chesterfield County mother Manisha Nath faces felony charges for abuse and neglect in the death of her 28-year-old autistic son, Somak Nath, who weighed 65 pounds when he died in October 2025.
Suspect in Officer-Involved Shooting Transferred to Jail
A 65-year-old man charged in connection with a May 31 shooting that wounded two Chesterfield County police officers and killed a K-9 has been transferred from hospital to county jail to face 17 felony charges.
Summer Events Fill Chesterfield's Schedule This Week
Chesterfield County residents can enjoy a variety of summer activities this week, including live music, library events, historic tours, and waste disposal services.
Son charged in father's death after Chesterfield assault
A Chesterfield man has been charged with second-degree murder after his father died from injuries sustained in an assault at their home.
Lawmakers Debate Cost of Shoosmith Landfill Cleanup
Virginia lawmakers debate how to fund the cleanup of a bankrupt Chesterfield County landfill that generates 65,000 gallons of toxic leachate daily, with estimated cleanup costs reaching $173 million while the state allocates only $10.6 million.
Chesterfield Planning Commission member steps down to return to school
Tommy Owens, chairman of the Chesterfield Planning Commission for six and a half years, has resigned to pursue a remote PhD in business administration starting in August 2026.
Chesterfield Introduces Incoming County Administrator Dr. Kevin A. Catlin
Chesterfield County has appointed Dr. Kevin A. Catlin, 35, the current Kalamazoo County administrator, as its new County Administrator, effective August 24, making him the first Black person in the role.