Chesterfield County, Virginia's Weekly e-Newsletter |
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Jailhouse Redemption, Discovery+ Docuseries, Premieres at Perkinson Center |
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Chesterfield County rolled out the red carpet Monday for the world premiere of Jailhouse Redemption, a new docuseries on discovery+, that highlights the Chesterfield County Jail and the Heroin Addiction Recovery Program (HARP).
With unprecedented access, Jailhouse Redemption documents HARP and the team who forged a path to recovery for addicts while running the day-to-day operations of HARP at the Chesterfield County Jail.
The premiere was held at the Perkinson Center for the Arts and Education in Chester. Guests included Sheriff Karl Leonard, Executive Producer Beth Wichterich, current and former HARP participants, and county and state leaders.
All four episodes of Jailhouse Redemption will be available to stream on Thursday, May 12 on discovery+.
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Coming Soon to the Chesterfield
Behind the Mic Podcast
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Last week, Congressman Donald McEachin (VA-04) presented Chesterfield leaders with a $1 million check to support infrastructure upgrades and the revitalization of Ettrick Train Station!
Improvements will focus on pedestrian walkways, making public transit more accessible and efficient, and modernizing the station. Construction is expected to begin in spring of 2024.
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Law Enforcement Wreath Laying Ceremony |
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A wreath-laying ceremony was held Tuesday morning in honor of our police officers and sheriff's deputies killed in the line of duty. The annual ceremony was held at the Police and Sheriff's Office Memorial Monuments. Thank you to the many brave men and women of law enforcement.
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Chesterfield County Farmer's Market
Returns Tomorrow
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Clover Hill District Supervisor Chris Winslow held a community informational meeting May 4 at Providence Elementary School to provide residents with an update on various Parks and Recreation projects planned in the district:
- Falling Creek Greenway – West
- Providence Road Park
- River City Sportsplex improvements
- Rockwood Park-Loch Braemar Connector
- Rockwood Park Nature Center Renovation and Community Gardens
- Connectivity Vision for Falling Creek West, from LaPrade Library to Rockwood Park and from Rockwood Park to River City Sportsplex.
You can view the presentation in its entirety here.
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May is Older Americans Month |
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Senior Volunteer Hall of Fame Virtual Ceremony
You are invited to a very special online event to honor seventeen outstanding individuals who have made Chesterfield County and our world a better place through more than 89,000 hours of collective volunteer time since reaching age 60.
The 40th Annual Chesterfield County Senior Volunteer Hall of Fame ceremony will take place online via Zoom on Thursday, May 12 at 2 p.m.
You can RSVP for the online event here: https://bit.ly/3kEbs43. Once registered, you will receive a reminder email which will include the link to the ceremony. For more information on the Senior Volunteer Hall of Fame, click here: https://bit.ly/385OG2v.
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Chesterfield Triad Senior Day
Chesterfield Triad Senior Day was held on May 4 at the Chesterfield County Fairgrounds. Thank you to everyone who came out to the event! Learn more about other planned events during Older Americans Month here: https://bit.ly/3kr2qr2
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Happening This Week: Chesterfield Planning Department Hosting Community Meetings |
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The Chesterfield County Planning Department will host a community meeting on Wednesday, May 11 to present information about potential changes to the county’s zoning ordinance regarding lot area reductions and common area.
Chesterfield residents are encouraged to participate virtually in the meeting, which will begin at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will be streamed via Microsoft Teams, with a link to the meeting being posted to the Planning Department’s website: http://www.chesterfield.gov/plan.
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Community Meeting to Focus on Limited Duration Signage
The Chesterfield County Planning Department will host a community meeting on Thursday, May 12 to present information about potential changes to the county’s zoning ordinance regarding limited duration signs.
Since September 2021, the Planning Department has been evaluating the application of current ordinance provisions related to the allowable dimensions for limited duration signs within residential and agriculturally zoned property. Planning staff will present the proposed changes to the zoning ordinance at this meeting which will expand the allowable sign area per property.
Chesterfield residents are encouraged to participate virtually in the meeting, which will begin at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will be streamed via Microsoft Teams, with a link to the meeting being posted to the Planning Department’s website: https://bit.ly/3pRWMl7.
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Watch and Listen to the Latest Episode of
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We talk Central Virginia Transportation Authority (CVTA) with Chair Frank Thornton (Henrico) and Vice Chair Kevin Carroll (Matoaca District - Chesterfield). They talk about what the CVTA does and provide a status update on projects like the The Fall Line Trail.
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Catch Up on the Latest Blog Posts from Chesterfield On Point |
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Chesterfield’s magisterial redistricting plan has been finalized, as well as its remedy for voting precinct splits that were created by the magisterial redistricting and changes to the county’s congressional and state legislative district boundaries made by the Supreme Court of Virginia.
As a result, residents who live in the affected precincts may cast their ballots for November’s general election at a different polling place than they're accustomed to.
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National Prevention Week: May 8-14 |
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It’s #NationalPreventionWeek! Did you know that parents are the number one influence on their children’s decisions about alcohol and other drugs?
Set your teen up for success on the next step of their journey by having conversations about the dangers of alcohol and other drugs. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s Talk. They Hear You campaign has the resources you need.
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at the 2022 Mayfaire Festival
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You are invited to the this year's Mayfaire Festival on Saturday, May 21. Magnolia Grange will kick off its bicentennial celebration with the festival from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the front lawn.
Visitors to Magnolia Grange will have the opportunity to step back in time and explore rural life in 1800’s Chesterfield. The free event will kick-off with a reenactment of the 1986 ribbon cutting ceremony when the 1822 plantation home opened to the public as a house museum. Free tours of Magnolia Grange will be available on an on-going basis throughout the day.
The celebration will feature live historical music by the Harken Back String Band and traditional food and beverages will be available for purchase.
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Learn Your Landscape Program
Learn how to maintain and enhance your property with help by Chesterfield Master Gardeners. Learn Your Landscape is now accepting applications to assist #Cfield homeowners in meeting any healthy and sustainable landscape goals.
Participants will receive recommendations on the care and maintenance of their existing landscape as well as information on how to improve it through sustainable practices, based on guidelines established by Virginia Cooperative Extension.
Program cost is $30, which covers the cost of supplies, materials and personalized guide. A limited number of registrations are accepted, so register early if you would like to take part.
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Grass Roots Program
Are you frustrated with the condition of your lawn? Tired of throwing away money on seed and fertilizer, only to see no improvements?
Get to the root of the problem through the Virginia Cooperative Extension - Chesterfield Grass Roots Program! Grass Roots offers residents the opportunity to learn about and remedy specific problems contributing to your lawn’s current condition.
The Grass Roots Program is now accepting applications. To register, or learn more, visit: https://bit.ly/3se9ziC.
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Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation
Facilities Series: Bermuda District
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The Bermuda District offers 25 parks totaling more than 2200 acres. This includes parks and facilities like Dodd Park, Henricus Historical Park, and the Bensley Recreation Center which hosts numerous recreation programs for the community. Check out this this video of an overview of the Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation facilities in the Bermuda District.
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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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Sign-Up for CVWMA Weekly e-Newsletter
and Email Notifications
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Did you know you can sign up for Central Virginia Waste Management Authority (CVWMA) email notifications? ♻️ Signing up for email notifications will keep you in-the-know about your collection date by sending you a collection reminder email the day before your regularly scheduled pick-up! You can also sign up for their monthly e-newsletter, Waste Reduction News, which offers recycling tips, links to partner events and much more!
CVWMA, a public service authority that implements solid waste management and recycling programs for 13 local governments, works hard each week to provide services to our residents. Learn more about CVWMA and sign up for both the e-newsletter and email notifications at www.cvwma.com.
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Community Services Board Honors Local Partners |
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The Chester Family YMCA was among those recognized by the Chesterfield Community Services Board (Chesterfield County Mental Health Support Services) on March 24 during its annual awards presentation thanks in part to its continued support of those with severe mental illness. Read more about the awards here: https://bit.ly/3K1Dxxr. |
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Thanks everyone for re-naming me!
From Pennywise to Parker, I really don't care what you call me, I just want a home. I've been here since September 2021 and I'm sad no one seems to want me. I'm really a cool guy.
I have just been here so long that when I first come out of the cage for adoption appointments, I am overly excited. It is a bit of a turn-off for people. The shelter staff think I will calm down a little when I finally get out of here! Come meet me today.
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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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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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Top teachers named
Chesterfield County Public Schools leaders brought flowers, balloons, cakes and big news to three schools on the first day of Teacher Appreciation Week when the top Teachers of the Year for 2022-23 were announced. See the surprise announcements here; read more about these amazing educators here.
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May 11 is School Nurse Day
School nurses are always ready to help, so please take a moment to thank them on May 11, which is School Nurse Day.
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Register now for summer school
Fill in learning gaps. Strengthen skills. Get ahead. Whatever your motivation, summer school can help make summer count! Summer school registration is open with opportunities for prekindergarten through high school. Details and registration links are available at bit.ly/CCPSsummer. Most summer opportunities are free. Make your move today: June 1 is
the deadline to register for most PK-8 summer opportunities and for non-graded courses through CCPSOnline.
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Summer camps are filling up
The 2022 Cultural Arts Camp is full, but two summer camps are still accepting applications, so register at bit.ly/CCPSsummer before June 1:
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Camp EPIC (Exploring Pathways in Careers) introduces cake wars, CSI, battlebots, motor sports, top chef, vet tech and more to rising fifth- through eighth-graders. Two sessions are offered: June 6-9 at CTC@Hull and June 13-16 at CTC@Courthouse. Tuition is $150 per session.
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Team MAGIK (Mental Athletic Growth in Kids) basketball camp offers rising fifth-through eighth-graders opportunities to improve basketball skills and develop teamwork, discipline and persistence. Four sessions are offered at Midlothian Middle: June 27-30, July 5-7, July 11-14 and July 18-21. Tuition is $65 per session.
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Cultural Arts Camp is full; registration is closed.
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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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Apply to Chesterfield County Government jobs.
Apply to Chesterfield County Schools jobs.
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