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PHOTO · GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT
Growth & Development

Parents Raise Concerns on Google Data Center Near School

Parents and residents in Chesterfield County are raising concerns about Google data center projects, though specific connections to individual schools cannot be independently verified from accessible sources.

Jul 23, 2026WRIC 8News Local
PHOTO · SCHOOLS
Schools

Matoaca's Kaylee Hodges named to 2026 All-Metro softball team

Kaylee Hodges of Matoaca High School was recognized for 2026 softball achievements, though specific All-Metro team details could not be verified.

Jul 23, 2026Google News: Matoaca
PHOTO · POLICE
Police

Man Charged with Murder in Chesterfield Domestic Shooting

A 70-year-old Chesterfield County man has been charged with second-degree murder in the shooting death of his wife at their Beachcrest Terrace home.

Jul 23, 2026WRIC 8News Local
PHOTO · GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT
Growth & Development

County Board Authorizes School Capital Sales Tax for November Ballot

Chesterfield Board of Supervisors voted unanimously on July 23 to place a 1% sales tax referendum on the November ballot to fund school capital projects, potentially raising $65-70 million annually over 20 years.

Jul 23, 2026Chesterfield County (YouTube)
PHOTO · GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT
Growth & Development

Chesterfield Taps Data Centers to Diversify Tax Base, Ease Homeowner Burden

Chesterfield County is pursuing data centers, particularly Google's $3 billion-plus investment, to shift the tax burden from homeowners to businesses and diversify its historically residential-heavy tax base.

Jul 23, 2026Chesterfield on Point
PHOTO · GOVERNMENT
Government

Chesterfield Hosts Free Nonprofit Resource Fair Friday

Chesterfield County is hosting a free nonprofit resource fair Friday at Beulah Recreation Center, bringing together over 30 organizations offering services in senior care, recovery, and health equity.

Jul 23, 2026WTVR CBS 6 Local
PHOTO · SCHOOLS
Schools

Chesterfield Back-to-School Vaccine Clinics Start This Week

The Chesterfield Health District is hosting back-to-school vaccine clinics this week, with the first scheduled for Friday.

Jul 23, 2026NBC12 / WWBT News
PHOTO · GOVERNMENT
Government

Board Discusses Shoosmith Landfill State Budget Amendments

Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors heard from Virginia DEQ officials about cleanup operations at the bankrupt Shoosmith Landfill during their July 22 meeting, as the facility continues producing tens of thousands of gallons of leachate daily.

Jul 23, 2026Chesterfield County (YouTube)
PHOTO · GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT
Growth & Development

Proposed 199-home development raises traffic, school concerns near Spring Run

East West Communities' proposal to build 199 homes on 102 acres near Spring Run Road has won planning commission approval and now heads to the Board of Supervisors, with residents expressing concerns about traffic and school capacity.

Jul 22, 2026WTVR CBS 6 Local
PHOTO · GOVERNMENT
Government

Parks and Recreation Expands Services Through Community Partnerships

A podcast episode featuring Chesterfield Parks and Recreation's assistant director discussing park updates and community partnerships could not be verified as publicly accessible.

Jul 22, 2026Chesterfield County (YouTube)