County government
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.
Chesterfield cancels July Fourth celebration due to extreme weather
Chesterfield County cancelled its Fourth of July celebration at the Chesterfield County Fairgrounds on July 4, 2026, citing extreme heat and severe thunderstorm risk.
Jensen Named New Director of Chesterfield Public Library
Carolyn Jensen, who has spent 17 years with Chesterfield County and nine years as assistant director, has been named the new director of Chesterfield Public Library.
Chesterfield Names New Administrator, Opens River City Sportsplex Park
Chesterfield County supervisors named Dr. Kevin Catlin, the county's first Black county administrator, and officially opened a $17 million park at River City Sportsplex featuring a splash pad, accessible playground, and multi-generational amenities.
Chesterfield Names New County Administrator, Catlin Starts in August
Chesterfield County appointed Dr. Kevin Catlin, currently Kalamazoo County's administrator, to lead the county starting Aug. 24, replacing retiring Dr. Joe Casey.
Chesterfield County names interim supervisor to replace Holland
Chesterfield County appointed Dr. LeQuan M. Hylton as interim Dale District supervisor following the October death of longtime Supervisor Jim Holland, with a special election set for November 2026 to fill the position permanently.
Audit flags $31,000 in unapproved school fundraisers
An October 2025 county audit uncovered $31,000 in fundraiser revenue raised through unapproved channels by Chesterfield Schools staff, with most fundraisers lacking principal approval and proper financial tracking.