Across the county
Swift Creek Mill Theatre seeks funds for holiday reopening
Swift Creek Mill Theatre, closed since May 2026 after years of financial strain, is seeking $250,000 by the end of September to reopen in December with a scaled-down seasonal model centered on its popular holiday show.
Route 288 ramps close nightly Sept. 8–10 in Midlothian
Route 288 ramps in Midlothian will close nightly from September 8–10.
New Virginia tobacco foundation opens grant pathway for Chesterfield
A Virginia Tobacco Region Revitalization Commission foundation launched in May helps local organizations and governments apply for state, federal, and philanthropic grants.
Capriotti's and Cheba Hut Plan Second Locations in Area
Two national sandwich chains, Capriotti's and Cheba Hut, are expanding their second Virginia locations in the Chesterfield and Colonial Heights area following early success.
Several Homes Evacuated in Midlothian for Ruptured Gas Line
A ruptured gas line prompted the evacuation of several homes in Chesterfield's Midlothian area.
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.
Ex-preschool teacher sentenced to extensive prison time
A former Chesterfield County preschool teacher has been sentenced to a lengthy prison term.
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.