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Public Invited to Attend Dedication of New Midlothian Fire Station Next Monday |
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Chesterfield Fire and EMS will dedicate the new Midlothian Fire Station No. 5 during a ceremony Monday, Dec. 12 at 10 a.m.
The public is invited to attend. Parking is available at Winfree Church, 13617 Midlothian Turnpike, and free shuttle service will be provided. Attendees are asked to use the church’s Coalfield Road entrance to access the parking and shuttle area.
The three-bay, 15,000-square-foot station, which is located at the intersection of Midlothian Turnpike and Charter Colony Parkway, opened Sept. 12. Its first call for service was for the new ladder truck to assist the Bon Air fire station with a fire alarm activation.
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Sports Backers' 10th Annual Tacky Light Run Winds Through Walton Park This Saturday |
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Clearly, time flies when you're having fun! Richmond Sports Backers is already celebrating the 10th year of its Tacky Light Run, a beloved holiday tradition for the entire Richmond region, this Saturday in Midlothian.
This year's Tacky Light Run starts with walk-up registration and packet pickup at 4 p.m., as well as a pre-event festival at Mid-Lothian Mines Park. The 6k run/walk begins at 6 p.m. and weaves through the Walton Park neighborhood, where you will be dazzled with an array of lights and sights from the North Pole and beyond.
Find your tacky sweaters and a festive headband, come out in full costume, make sure to bring your smartphone and take lots of photos because tacky is turning 10!
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Kiwanis Club of Chester's Annual Christmas Parade Takes Place This Sunday |
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The Kiwanis Club of Chester will host its annual Christmas Parade this Sunday, Dec. 11, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. The parade begins at the Chester YMCA and proceeds 3.5 miles westbound along Route 10 before concluding at the Harrowgate Road intersection.
The parade is one of the most popular community events in Chester every December. Many local groups will have representatives walking the parade route and passing out candy canes. Hope to see you there!
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Chesterfield Fire and EMS Dedicates
Magnolia Green Station No. 25
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Though it was delayed by nearly two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Chesterfield Fire and EMS was finally able to host a formal public dedication Dec. 1 at the site of Magnolia Green Fire Station No. 25.
As Chesterfield’s first new fire station since 2015, Magnolia Green No. 25 serves a population of 22,000 in the Cosby, Moseley and Skinquarter areas and covers a response area of 69 square miles—one of the largest in the county—that includes more than 7,400 residences.
“To give you some perspective of the size of this area, the cities of Norfolk, Richmond and Washington, D.C. would each fit in the geographical area that Station 25 is responsible for,” Fire Chief Loy Senter told the assembled crowd.
Read more about the new Magnolia Green fire station in the Chesterfield On Point blog at https://tinyurl.com/5n7kdxdx.
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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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Take the Polar Plunge Saturday
at Pocahontas State Park
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The 2023 Polar Plunge season kicks off in Chesterfield this Saturday, Dec. 10, at 10 a.m. at Pocahontas State Park.
Never taken the plunge? The water might be a little chilly, but the only thing you’ll feel is great because every penny raised supports Special Olympics Virginia. So bring your friends and family out for a day of fun, music and food trucks, and go for the cold!
For more information, visit https://tinyurl.com/yckv5aet.
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Cheer On Teams from Police, Fire and EMS
Friday at Chesterfield's Public Safety Bowl
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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 a sports tourism industry that brings thousands of visitors to the county annually and provides direct impact to the local economy.
During fiscal year 2022, which ended June 30, Chesterfield hosted 63 sports tourism events – an increase of 24% over the previous 12 months. Those events included 64,905 attendees and generated $34.4 million in direct economic impact, as well as $1.28 million in direct local tax revenue. Participants booked 26,000-plus room nights at hotels in the county.
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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, we talk to John Neal, Director of General Services for Chesterfield, about upcoming changes to the way the county does recycling, how they came about, what was behind choosing the way forward, and what it all means for residents.
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Snap a Portrait Through Saturday
at Chester Library's Holiday Selfie Station
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Visit Chester Library's Holiday Selfie Station! Dress up (or down), walk in and take portraits using your own smart phone or camera. Two holiday themed sets with props will be displayed and available through this Saturday, Dec. 10 at the library, which is located at 11800 Centre Street. |
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Make Your Holiday Historic by Exploring Christmas Through the Centuries at Henricus |
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The 17th through 20th centuries in England, the American colonies and the United States transformed Christmas into what we know today. Explore the sights, smells and sounds of the holiday during Christmas Through the Centuries, an event hosted by Henricus Historical Park this Saturday, Dec. 10, from noon to 8 p.m.
Your journey through time will end with a greeting from Father Christmas. Later in the evening, wander under the moonlight through one of the oldest English settlements in North America. Candles will flicker from every window, fireplaces will crackle in timber-framed houses, and bonfires will help chase away the winter chill. Enjoy a forest of festive greenery as Henricus puts on its finest for an Old World Yuletide.
For more information, visit https://tinyurl.com/28ur2etn.
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Good Shot Judy Performing Two Shows
Saturday at the Perkinson Center
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The Perkinson Center for the Arts and Education is excited to welcome back Good Shot Judy and its holiday extravaganza to the Jimmy Dean Theater stage for two performances this Saturday, Dec. 10, at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Good Shot Judy pays tribute to the Classic Christmas Crooner hits from artists like Frank Sinatra, Bing Crosby, Dean Martin, Ray Charles, Michael Buble, Louis Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald, Bette Midler, and many more with their expanded Good Shot 20-piece orchestra and vocalist Brett Cahoon. This is sure to be a swinging good holiday show!
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This handsome boy is Francis!
He is a 2-year-old neutered male Hound and weighs about 48lbs. Francis has the sweetest personality and is very laid back. He just wants to hang out on the sofa with you all day long.
He met other dogs here in the shelter and didn't seem to care about them. He may open up around other dogs in a home setting so if he'll have doggie friends at home, be sure to bring them to meet. Because of his calm disposition, he would probably do well in a home with children.
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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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Cold Weather Has Arrived! Chesterfield Utilities Offers Tips to Avoid Frozen Pipes |
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As temperatures drop, learn how to avoid frozen pipes. Chesterfield's Department of Utilities shares tips with county residents about ways to avoid frozen pipes and what do to if they have a frozen or busted pipe.
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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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Honoring student achievements
High school students from throughout Chesterfield County Public Schools were honored
quarterly. About 100 students were named to all-county teams and another 100 received honorable mention.
One student was selected as Chesterfield's Player of the Year for the following fall activities: competition cheer, girls volleyball, boys volleyball, girls cross country, boys cross country, marching band, field hockey, golf, football defense and football offense. A Coach/Director of the Year was also recognized for each activity.
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Hop aboard the CIS Express
Communities In Schools of Chesterfield is hosting CIS Express in Hampton Park again this year. This free, family friendly and educational light tour is a chance to celebrate the holidays while supporting Chesterfield students. The mission of Communities In Schools is to surround high-need students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life.
Using an app on your phone, you can drive the CIS Express route any night between Dec. 10 and Dec. 23 and see fabulously decorated homes. The tour also includes audio you can listen to along your drive.
There is a live event on Friday, Dec. 16, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Dec. 16. CIS will be at the first stop of the tour, Woodlake United Methodist Church, to greet participants with a hot cocoa and cookies cafe, a photo opportunity with Santa, live music and more.
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