Across the county
Chesterfield Offers Summer Events and School Bus Prep This Week
Chesterfield County offers three free community events through late July: My First School Bus preparation at libraries, Summer in the Park programs at county parks with music and activities, and a nonprofit resource fair.
Lightning Strike Blamed for Chesterfield House Fire
A lightning strike sparked a house fire in the Country Manor Court area of Chesterfield on Saturday, displacing one resident with no injuries reported.
Dominion Transmission Project to Reduce Chesterfield Backyards
Dominion Energy's new transmission line project approved to run through western Chesterfield will require property line adjustments affecting Hallsley and other residents, with construction slated to begin in February 2027.
Sidewalk construction begins next month on Midlothian Turnpike
Chesterfield County will begin construction in August 2026 on a $4.7 million sidewalk project along Midlothian Turnpike from Ruthers Road to Karl Linn Drive.
Rock N' Roll Sushi Opens First Virginia Location in Midlothian
Rock N' Roll Sushi, an Alabama-based concept with 78 locations nationwide, opens its first Virginia restaurant in Midlothian on July 20.
Google data centers arrive as board resists expansion
Google data center construction has begun in Chesterfield County as the board of supervisors signals it will reject future expansion beyond the company's three planned campuses.
Father, Fiancee Sentenced in Chesterfield Child Abuse Case
A former Henrico police officer and teacher were sentenced to decades in prison for abusing two elementary-aged boys over years, with Chesterfield's grandmother saying years of missed school counselor reports allowed the abuse to continue.
Chesterfield County Urges Heat Safety as Temperatures Climb
Chesterfield County opened cooling centers and adjusted public events as an extreme heat warning brought record-breaking temperatures to the region in early July 2026.
Chesterfield County Airport Hosts 6th Annual School Supplies Drive
Chesterfield County Airport is hosting its annual school supplies drive to collect donations for local students preparing for the school year.
Bankrupt Landfill Faces New Setback From Richmond Violation
Richmond issued a violation notice to the private wastewater company treating Chesterfield's bankrupt landfill's leachate, threatening the facility's operations and straining efforts to prevent toxic discharge into waterways.