Across the county
Missing 73-year-old Chesterfield woman found safe
Chesterfield County police located 73-year-old Susan W. Rapp safe after she was reported missing from Hillandale Drive early Wednesday morning.
Lightning Strike Ignites Garage Fire in Chesterfield
Lightning struck a residential garage in Chesterfield early Wednesday morning, igniting a fire that was extinguished within 15 minutes with no injuries reported.
Dual Left Turn Lanes Coming to Lewis Road at Route 10
Chesterfield County is constructing dual left turn lanes on Lewis Road at Route 10 westbound, with right-of-way acquisition beginning in fall 2026.
Data centers expand in Chesterfield County
Google is building three massive data center campuses across Chesterfield County as part of a $9 billion Virginia investment, sparking resident concerns over water usage, energy costs, environmental impact, and lack of transparency.
County Welcomes 16 Summer Interns to Departments
Chesterfield County is hosting 16 college interns across 14 county departments for its 2026 Summer Internship Program, which runs May 26 through July 30.
Chesterfield's Data Center Bid Ranks Second to Last in State Study
A claim that Chesterfield County's data center proposal ranked second to last in a Virginia state evaluation of 11 proposals could not be verified from official sources or news coverage.
Chesterfield County Launches Data Center Information Website
Chesterfield County has launched a dedicated website providing residents and businesses with information about data center projects underway in the county.
Toxic Wastewater Leaks From Bankrupt Chesterfield Landfill
A bankrupt Chesterfield landfill is generating 65,000 gallons of toxic leachate daily, with state officials estimating a $173 million cleanup effort as the investigation continues into contamination flowing toward Swift Creek and the James River.
Midlothian cosplay designer heads to Comic-Con
Midlothian cosplay designer Lauren Wilkinson will showcase a DC-inspired design at San Diego Comic-Con 2026 in the Her Universe Fashion Show.
Lifelong Sports Passion Shapes Chesterfield Events Leader
Matt Mullen, Chesterfield County's assistant director for sports and events, draws on his lifelong sports passion and six years of experience in sports tourism to shape the county's athletic programs and attract major events.