Chesterfield County, Virginia's Weekly e-Newsletter |
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New Midlothian District Supervisor Will Be
Sworn into Office Tomorrow Morning
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Dr. Mark S. Miller will be sworn in tomorrow at 8:30 a.m. as the Midlothian District's new representative on the Chesterfield Board of Supervisors.
The ceremony will take place in the county's Public Meeting Room, 10001 Iron Bridge Road. It will be broadcast on Chesterfield’s website, as well as on the county’s YouTube Channel and WCCT (Comcast 98/Verizon 28).
Miller won a special election for the Midlothian seat on Nov. 8, earning the right to serve out the remaining year on Leslie Haley's term in office.
Haley, who was elected in 2015 and re-elected in 2019, resigned from the Board of Supervisors in June to accept a position in the Virginia Attorney General's office. The board subsequently appointed Tara Carroll to serve as interim Midlothian District supervisor until the special election.
Miller and his family have lived in Midlothian for 25 years. He holds a doctorate in clinical psychology and is licensed in Virginia as a professional counselor and certified as a substance abuse counselor. He has worked as a professional counselor at Brightpoint Community College (formerly JTCC) for the past eight years.
All five seats on the Board of Supervisors will be up for election in November 2023.
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Voters Resoundingly Approve
Community Facilities Bond Plan
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Veteran Motorsports Consultant Hired to Assess Southside Speedway's Viability |
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With concurrence from the Board of Supervisors, the Chesterfield Economic Development Authority (EDA) has hired a longtime motorsports consultant to analyze the current state of Southside Speedway’s facilities and determine what level of investment would be needed to make it viable as a racing venue.
The MCS report has been included in the board's agenda packet and can be read here. Download the packet and scroll down through the document; the report is at page 114.
Citizens who wish to comment on Southside Speedway and/or the MCS report can do so at a public hearing on the proposed Genito/288 Special Focus Area Plan, which will be held during the evening session of tomorrow's board meeting.
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Thanks to Everyone Who Attended
Chesterfield's Veterans Day Ceremony
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Chesterfield's annual Veterans Day Ceremony, sponsored by Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia (CHSV), was held indoors at the Eanes-Pittman Public Safety Training Center because of inclement weather last Friday.
Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin provided remarks during the program and was accompanied by First Lady Suzanne Youngkin in meeting with attendees afterward.
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Through New Oral History Project, Chesterfield Residents Invited to Share Their Stories |
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Chesterfield County Public Library (CCPL) has launched Chesterfield Remembers, an oral history project to collect and share stories about the people, places and events of Chesterfield.
The oral histories will be added to CCPL’s digital collection and are accessible through the library catalog. Stories are recorded at CCPL’s Central Library and can be captured as audio stories or video. Anyone visiting the library’s website will be able to access the digital material and learn the stories of Chesterfield County.
Residents with stories to share are encouraged to submit an interest form and schedule a time to record their story. Of particular interest are stories of veterans who now reside in Chesterfield or whose stories reflect life in the county during times of war. Stories from centenarians, or stories that reflect aspects of Chesterfield’s history are also encouraged.
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Virginia State University Makes History as First HBCU to Host Naturalization Ceremony |
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On Monday, Virginia State University hosted a federal naturalization ceremony on campus for 73 candidates to become sworn citizens of the United States. It was the first time such a ceremony has been held at a Historically Black College and University (HBCU).
The new Americans range in age from 19 to 76 years old and come from 40 countries. In addition, they are contributing members of society in several capacities, including one member of the United States Army Reserves. For them—the ceremony is the final requirement for becoming lawful permanent residents of the United States.
United States District Judge David Novak presided over the ceremony and VSU President Dr. Makola Abdullah delivered the welcome address. Local middle school students attended the ceremony, as the federal proceedings were an opportunity to reiterate civics lessons taught to nearly 300 eighth-graders. Prior to the event, the students participated in educational group activities hosted by volunteer lawyers from the Federal Bar Association.
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Watch This Week In Chesterfield |
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Every Monday, This Week in Chesterfield points residents to fun, exciting and interesting things going on around their community. Each weekly video segment can be found on the Chesterfield County YouTube channel.
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This Week's High School Football Games |
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The Virginia High School League's 2022 football playoffs continue this week with regional semifinal games taking place across the commonwealth.
On Friday at 7 p.m., Manchester visits Thomas Dale for a berth in next week's Class 6, Region A final.
Also on Friday at 7 p.m., L.C. Bird hosts Glen Allen, which upset No. 2 seed Midlothian last Thursday. The winner will play in the Class 5, Region C final next week.
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Libraries Holding Additional Toy
Freeshop Events This Week
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As part of Chesterfield County Public Library's 2022 Holiday Toy Bonanza, three libraries are hosting toy freeshop events this week.
Bon Air Library, Clover Hill Library and Meadowdale Library will offer shopping opportunities tonight, tomorrow and Thursday, respectively. Each event runs from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
CCPL collected donations of new and like-new toys through a toy drive, then distributed them among participating library locations in Chesterfield.
At toy freeshop events, you can "shop" for new-to-you toys for the children in your life. These events are open to the public, and toys are free of charge.
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Catch Up on Blog Posts from
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In a new article posted to the Chesterfield On Point blog, you can learn more about U.S. Army Capt. (Ret.) James Howard, a county resident who found new purpose after being paralyzed in a diving accident by launching two nonprofits that serve disabled veterans and children.
The New York-based Tunnel 2 Towers Foundation paid off the mortgage on Howard's residence and also has funded renovations to the house, adding square footage and "smart" features that make it wheelchair accessible.
The foundation formally dedicated the home to Howard and his family on Nov. 10. You can watch a video of the ceremony at https://tinyurl.com/2n6x7rpd.
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Learn More About Virginia's Wolf Creek
Cherokee Tribe Saturday at Magnolia Grange
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The Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia (CHSV) and the Chesterfield Department of Parks and Recreation present “The Wolf Creek Cherokee Tribe in Native American Culture” on Saturday at noon at the Magnolia Grange House Museum, 10020 Iron Bridge Road.
In honor of Native American Heritage Month, Chief Terry Price and his wife, Annette, with the Wolf Creek Cherokee Tribe of Virginia will share artifacts from their culture, discuss Virginia Cherokee people and present details on recent archaeological discoveries made at their site in Varina, which dates back over 15,000 years.
The Wolf Creek Cherokee Tribe of Virginia maintains their own museum which contains Native American tools, weapons, clothing, displays and material evidence recovered from their archaeological site. The Tribe offers preservation of artifacts as well as artwork, research in genealogy, and educational classes.
Space is limited for this program and reservations are required. To reserve a seat or for more information, call Martha Atkinson at (804) 748-1498 or visit www.chesterfieldhistory.com.
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Watch and Listen to the Latest Episodes of
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On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, which goes live tomorrow, we talk to Dan Cohen, director of the county's Community Enhancement Department, about what his department does, what revitalization means for Chesterfield, how critical affordable housing is, and much more.
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Postponed Veterans Day Biker Rally
Will Be Held Sunday, Nov. 20
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The Veterans Day Motorcycle Biker Rally originally scheduled for Nov. 11 was postponed due to inclement weather. The event will now be held on Sunday, Nov. 20.
The revised event schedule is as follows:
11 a.m.-1 p.m.: Check in, registration, and lunch at Chesterfield County Fairgrounds
1 p.m.: Honor Guard and National Anthem
1:10 p.m.: Ride departs
2 p.m.: Arrival at Virginia War Memorial for special program
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Confluence Gallery Open Through
Nov. 20 at Perkinson Center
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There's still time to take in Confluence, a gallery featuring work by Virginia State University's Department of Art & Design faculty. Until Nov. 20, the gallery will be open Tuesday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Perkinson Center for the Arts and Education, 11810 Centre Street.
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Meet Luna!
Luna is super-sweet 3 (almost 4) month old spayed female kitten. Luna can be on the shy side, but with some time and patience, we are sure she will come out of her shell. Since she is still a kitten, she should do fine in a home with dogs and cats.
Luna hasn't been with us for very long, so we don't know too much about her, but we are sure she would be a great addition to any home!
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If you are interested in meeting this pet, please contact Chesterfield County Animal Services at 804-748-1683, option "2," to schedule an appointment. Office staff are available by phone 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday, and 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturdays. The shelter is located at 9300 Public Works Road, Chesterfield, VA 23832.
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Chesterfield's Annual Public Safety Bowl Rescheduled for Friday, Dec. 9 |
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Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation Seeking Public Input |
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The Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation (DRPT) wants to hear from you!
Your input is important in order to develop an update to the Coordinated Human Services Mobility (CHSM) Plan. Please take a moment to complete their survey on your transportation needs, preferences and use.
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Concerned About Lead Paint in Your Home? Apply for Free Assessment and Abatement Program |
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Did you know that a child’s brain grows rapidly during the first five years of life and research shows lead exposure can harm a child’s health and brain development?!
Children can be directly exposed to this hazard if they live in an older home that contains old lead-based paint, typically built before 1978. Lead-based paint can peel and crack into tiny pieces creating dust that children breath in or swallow.
Fortunately, lead exposure is preventable. Chesterfield County’s Lead-Based Paint Hazard Control Program was created to protect children five years and younger and expectant mothers from lead exposure. In partnership with our non-profit partner, project:HOMES, families may qualify for a free lead hazard assessment and household repairs to remove hazardous lead exposure from their homes. This program has serviced several homes throughout the county and is currently repairing others that have lead-based paint.
If you’re a caregiver of younger children in an older home, you may also qualify for this program.
To learn more, visit https://www.projecthomes.org/lead. For more information, please contact Emily Hurley by emailing Emily.Hurley@projecthomes.org or calling 804-718-0517.
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Chesterfield Offers Tax Exemption
for Rehabilitating Older Homes
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Are you aware that Chesterfield County allows a partial real estate tax exemption for the rehabilitation, renovation, or replacement of older residential structures?
The goal of this program is to help protect and preserve our aging neighborhoods. Upon approval, the partial tax exemption will be in effect for 15 years and transfers with the real estate. The amount of the exemption is based solely on increased assessment value, not the amount spent on the improvement project. There is no application fee.
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Did you know your group or organization can request a speaker from the #Cfield Speakers Bureau? The Speakers Bureau features a variety of topics on current and timely subjects from county leaders who are eager to talk to your group or organization. Our subject-matter experts want to be your best resource for getting answers to important questions about Chesterfield.
Topics include:
✅ District update – Request your board member to speak
✅ Senior resources in Chesterfield - Office of Aging and Disability Services
✅ Chesterfield Cooperative Extension - Master Gardeners
✅ So much more.
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Watch WCCT - On Cable. Online. On the Go. |
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Did you know you can watch #Cfield Board of Supervisors meetings, Planning Commission meetings, and other special programming on WCCT from the comfort of your own home?
Chesterfield Community Television is your source of information, news, and events around the county!
You can also watch original programing on WCCT. Here’s some of what you can expect:
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Real Virginia
Real Virginia focuses on agriculture news and family-oriented stories throughout the state of Virginia. The show also offers cooking and gardening segments that feature products from Virginia.
National Gallery of Art Video Teaching Series
These programs explore current and historical 20th century art and sculpture from around the world. Programs focus on specific past and present exhibits from the National Gallery of Art and profiles pioneers in various fields of art and sculpture.
Watch WCCT on cable, online and on the go. Here's how:
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Updates from Chesterfield County Public Schools |
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Enjoy cookies with Santa
Don’t keep Santa waiting! The jolly old elf will be on site Saturday, Dec. 3, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Chesterfield Career and Technical Center, 13900 Hull Street Road, for photos and a ho-ho-ho lot more family fun! Admission is $15 per person (children 1 and younger are free). Check out the flyer, then get your tickets at bit.ly/CookiesWithSantaCTC. Proceeds will support baking classes at CTC Hull. Act quickly before tickets are sold out!
Marching band exhibition
Bold sounds! Precision moves! Beautiful choreography! This fall’s marching band
Walk to School Day
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The Chesterfield Health District recommends that everyone in the region continue to take precautions due to COVID-19. |
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Have you misplaced your COVID-19 vaccination card? Anyone vaccinated in Virginia can click here to obtain their vaccination record.
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Looking for a COVID-19 vaccine? Use VaccineFinder.org or Vaccines.gov to find the latest information on which providers and pharmacies are administering the COVID-19 vaccine.
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Do you need to take a COVID-19 test? All CCPL locations distribute FREE COVID-19 antigen rapid tests. Test kits are distributed through curbside service only. Drive to any library during operating hours and call the phone number posted out front to request your test kit. Visit the library’s website or call 804-751-CCPL (2275) for more information. Test kit are limited to two kits per visitor and are made available through the Virginia Department of Health.
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Apply to Chesterfield County Government jobs.
Apply to Chesterfield County Schools jobs.
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