American Flag Raised on Virginia's Largest Flagpole

Last Sunday, RJ Smith and USA Iron and Medal held a flag raising ceremony in Chesterfield to debut its 212-foot-tall flagpole, the largest in Virginia. At the event, a 40’ x 70’ flag was raised to honor first responders and the militar...

Chesterfield Commemorates 'Triple Nickles'

Chesterfield County and Virginia State University officials joined to commemorate the Triple Nickle Bridge and Jesse J. Mayes Tri-Cities Chapter, 555 Parachute Infantry Association on Friday, Nov. 16. The 555th was the first all black parachute infantry p...

Veterans Day WWI Centennial Commemoration

Last Sunday marked the 100th anniversary of the signing of the Armistice agreement, which brought an end to World War I. To celebrate this historic event, Chesterfield County held a Veterans Day WWI Centennial Commemoration at the Chesterfield Hi...

Connect[tober]fest Workshop Gives Citizens Opportunity to Provide Input

Bermuda Supervisor Dorothy Jaeckle and School Board Member Carrie Coyner co-hosted two Connect[tober]fest workshops designed to create dialogue about how community priorities and resources align and provide insight about long-range planning in Chesterfiel...

Chesterfield County Designated a Purple Heart County

On Oct. 4, Chesterfield held a ceremony to declare itself a "Purple Heart County" in honor of those who have sacrificed for this nation and community. View the ceremony, or visit the county website for more information.

Chesterfield Names Road to Honor Service and Sacrifice of Fallen Military Soldier

September 21, 2018

Communications and Media

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA — Today, Chesterfield County government officials honored the service and sacrifice of Chesterfield native and Army hero by naming the road in Huguenot Park, Kyle Middleton Way.  

U...

Board Members Adopt FY19 Budget

The Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors, on April 11, voted to approve the FY2019 budget, which includes a $711.7 million general fund and a penny reduction in the real estate tax rate. Highlights include a continued focus on core services, such as p...

Chesterfield Unsolved

Chesterfield County Police need your assistance to solve a cold case. Do you know what happened to Damion West? On July 9, 2009, Damion L. West was killed in the 4800 block of Burnt Oak Drive. The case has not been solved. Police hope a new video will hel...

Friendly Phone Calls Keep Seniors Connected, Safe

The Chesterfield County Senior Advocate's Telephone Reassurance Program is seeking seniors in the community to receive friendly phone calls from volunteers. Volunteers receive training and make their calls from the Senior Advocate's office four days a wee...

TAKE NOTICE

meeting on Wednesday, December 12, 2018, at 6 p.m. in the County Public Meeting Room at the Chesterfield Administration Building, 10001 Ironbridge Road, Chesterfield, Virginia, will hold a public hearing where persons may appear and present their views co...

TAKE NOTICE

Take notice that the Board of Supervisors of Chesterfield County, Virginia, at an adjourned meeting on Wednesday, December 12, 2018, at 6 p.m. in the County Public Meeting Room at the Chesterfield Administration Building, 10001 Ironbridge Road, Chesterfie...

TAKE NOTICE

Take notice that the Board of Supervisors of Chesterfield County, Virginia, at an adjourned meeting on Wednesday, December 12, 2018, at 6 p.m. in the County Public Meeting Room at the Chesterfield Administration Building, 10001 Ironbridge Road, Chesterfie...

American Flag Raised on Virginia's Largest Flagpole

Last Sunday, RJ Smith and USA Iron and Medal held a flag raising ceremony in Chesterfield to debut its 212-foot-tall flagpole, the largest in Virginia. At the event, a 40’ x 70’ flag was raised to honor first responders and the military. This commemoratio...

Dog Sculpture Unveiled at Rockwood Park

On Saturday, Nov. 10, FETCH a Cure unveiled its second public park dog sculpture at Ruff House Dog Park at Rockwood Park. The sculpture serves as a reminder to community members to check their pets for the early warning signs of cancer. The sculpture was ...

Veterans Day WWI Centennial Commemoration

Last Sunday marked the 100th anniversary of the signing of the Armistice agreement, which brought an end to World War I. To celebrate this historic event, Chesterfield County held a Veterans Day WWI Centennial Commemoration at the Chesterfield Hi...

Connect[tober]fest Workshop Gives Citizens Opportunity to Provide Input

Clover Hill Supervisor Christopher Winslow and School Board Member Dianne Smith co-hosted two Connect[tober[fest workshops designed to create dialogue about how community priorities and resources align and provide insight about long-range planning in Ches...

Walmart Biz Bowl A Success

The Walmart Biz Bowl took place at River City Sportsplex Sept. 29. This brand new event, organized and run by Sports Backers, was open to Richmond region businesses and organizations and had participants reminiscing about being kids again and taking part ...

New Pickleball Courts Open at Harry Daniel Park

Last week, the Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation Department and the Chesterfield Pickleball Club opened six new, lighted pickleball courts at Harry Daniel Park at Iron Bridge! Pickleball has exploded in popularity across the nation. It doesn't requ...

Chesterfield County Designated a Purple Heart County

On Oct. 4, Chesterfield held a ceremony to declare itself a "Purple Heart County" in honor of those who have sacrificed for this nation and community. View the ceremony, or visit the county website for more information.

Board Members Adopt FY19 Budget

The Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors, on April 11, voted to approve the FY2019 budget, which includes a $711.7 million general fund and a penny reduction in the real estate tax rate. Highlights include a continued focus on core services, such as p...

SportsEvents Magazine Names River City Sportsplex Among Best

SportsEvents magazine has named Chesterfield County's River City Sportsplex one of its "ULTIMATE Soccer and Lacrosse Destinations and Venues." The magazine held a nationwide Facebook contest in which River City Sportsplex garnered 133 votes, the...

Chesterfield Unsolved

Chesterfield County Police need your assistance to solve a cold case. Do you know what happened to Damion West? On July 9, 2009, Damion L. West was killed in the 4800 block of Burnt Oak Drive. The case has not been solved. Police hope a new video will hel...

Friendly Phone Calls Keep Seniors Connected, Safe

The Chesterfield County Senior Advocate's Telephone Reassurance Program is seeking seniors in the community to receive friendly phone calls from volunteers. Volunteers receive training and make their calls from the Senior Advocate's office four days a wee...

Vegetative Debris Accepted at County Convenience Centers

September 12, 2018

Communications and Media

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA — Chesterfield County continues to prepare for the impact of Hurricane Florence. Part of that planning is focusing on cleanup and recovery following the storm.

Chesterfield accepts...

Cell Phone Collection Drive

The Chesterfield Domestic Violence Task Force is collecting unwanted, old, used smartphones for the following purposes:

• Give to domestic violence victims to dial 911
• Recycled phones provide funds to assist domestic violence victims

Collection Bin Location

All...

Adventures

The Chesterfield Parks and Recreation Outdoor Adventure Section offers a variety of outdoor adventure and nature programs for a diverse ages and skill levels.

Landmarks

Visit the Chesterfield Museum, Eppington Plantation, Henricus Historical Park, or Magnolia Grange.

Community Engagement

The multicultural liaison supports, plans and attends community activities and events to share information and interact with residents.

HandsOn RVA

HandsOn Greater Richmond provides a list for individuals, families, teams, and corporate groups to join together and engage in meaningful volunteer opportunities within the Greater Richmond region. They offer unique, fun, and flexible ways to get connecte...

UPCOMING EVENTS

Tire Amnesty Day Event - May 2, 2019 from 9:00 am - 10:00 am at the Chesterfield County Fairgrounds.  Chesterfield County residents may bring up to 5 tires on or off the rim free of charge. 

Visit the county's website for more information...

2019 Empowering Neighborhoods Forum

The next Empowering Neighborhoods Forum will be held on March 2, 2019 at the Fulgham Conference Center. Event details and registration available here.

Community Clean-up in Enon

On November 10, 2018, Community Enhancement partnered with the Residents, Churches, Scouts, Thomas Dale High School, Greater Richmond ARC and Chesterfield County police to participate in a community clean-up in Enon.

Read on...

Second Annual Coat Drive

Keep Chesterfield Beautiful team collaborated with the Department of Community Enhancement, A Place of Miracles Café, and St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church to provide coats, hats, and gloves for the less fortunate. These items will be di...

Community Clean-up - Greenfield

On November 3, 2018, members of Community Enhancement along with volunteers did a Community Cleanup in half of Greenfield Subdivision (approx. 240 homes). Our efforts were supported by Greenfield residents, volunteers, Greater Richmond ARC and Chesterfiel...

Bulky Waste Community Cleanup - Engaging the Community

On October 3, 2018, Community Enhancement along with volunteers did a Bulky Waste clean-up in Matoaca Manor.  Our goal was to engage the community, conduct a "Walk Through" with Police Officers, Code Enforcement Officers, and Volunteers...

Alice Heights - Bulky Waste Cleanup - Engaging the Community

On September 22, 2018 - members of the Department of Community Enhancement, Community Police Officers, Code Officers, Greater Richmond ARC, Chesterfield County's Keep Chesterfield Beautiful team and volunteers came together and cleaned up their neighborho...

Making a Difference in the Dale and Bermuda Districts

The Department of Community Enhancement was contacted by neighbors concerned about a Senior's home in the Dale District, who because of an illness, was unable to take care of his home or property. Community Enhancement was able to put them in contact with...

Winter Storm Information

Get inclement weather information and preparation tips during.

Experience Chesterfield for the Holidays

The holiday season is a great time to experience Chesterfield County! From festive events to tacky light displays to historic celebrations, the joyful season provides fun for the entire family!

Cell Phone Collection Drive

The Chesterfield Domestic Violence Task Force is collecting unwanted, old, used smartphones for the following purposes:

• Give to domestic violence victims to dial 911
• Recycled phones provide funds to assist domestic violence victims

Collection Bin Location

All...

Speakers Bureau

Are you in need of a speaker for your group or organization? Let us help! Chesterfield County is so much more than what you see or read in the news. 

History in Chesterfield

Learn more about the local and regional history of Chesterfield County.

15th Annual El Juguetazo Celebrates the Three Kings with Toys for Children

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA — El Juguetazo, a traditional cultural event that celebrates the Three Kings, will be held on Saturday, Jan. 5, 1-4 p.m., at L.C. Bird High School, 10301 Courthouse Road. This celebration is observed in many Latino and As...

Parks and Recreation Releases Winter Season Lights Schedule

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA — Beginning Dec. 1, Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation tennis and basketball courts will follow the winter season lights schedule listed below.

Tennis court lights will stay on until 9:30 p.m. at these locations:

• Bird...

Chesterfield County Names Hughes as Community Corrections Services Director

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA — Chesterfield County has named Gary Hughes as its new director of community corrections services. County leaders selected Hughes after a national recruitment process. He is currently the community corrections services di...

Chesterfield First in Region to Partner with Growth Through Opportunity Cadets Program

CHESTERFIELD
COUNTY, VA — Today, Chesterfield County public safety and general servicesdepartments kicked off the inaugural 16-week Growth Through Opportunity, or
GTO, cadet academy, providing five adults with intellectual and developmental ...

Chesterfield’s Community Emergency Response Team Course begins Jan. 7

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA —Are you interested in training that will better prepare you for disasters and emergencies? Chesterfield County’s popular Community Emergency Response Team, or CERT, training is scheduled to begin Jan. 7.

The ini...

Chesterfield Receives National Recognition on Budgeting

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA — Chesterfield County has recently been honored by the Government Finance Officers Association with the Distinguished Budget Presentation award for the county’s budget. This is the 33^rd consecutive time the coun...

Chesterfield Offering Lifetime Dog Licenses Beginning Nov. 1

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA — Beginning Nov. 1, Chesterfield County will offer a lifetime dog license for $10 at the county Treasurer’s Office, animal shelter and at several local businesses. Licenses, which are required, are valid for the...

Fee Waived For Vegetative Debris at County Convenience Centers Through Oct. 21

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA — Chesterfield County will waive vegetative debris fees at both the Northern and Southern Area Convenience Centers through Sunday, Oct. 21, to give residents time to cleanup and recover from last night’s storm.

P...

Public Comment Sought On Draft Comprehensive Plan Update

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA — The draft update to the Chesterfield County Comprehensive Plan is now available for public review and comment through Nov. 12 at www.chesterfield.gov/compplanupdate. The Comprehensive Plan is the county’s grow...

Sports Tourism Sees Another Banner Year in Chesterfield

CHESTERFIELD
COUNTY, VA — Sixty-two sports events attracting athletes, families and coachesfrom across the nation and several countries saw sports tourism’s local economic
impact reach $41 million in fiscal 2018. It’s an increase of nearly $2.4milli...

Chesterfield County Designated ‘Purple Heart County’

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA — Today, Chesterfield County held a ceremony to honor the county’s Purple Heart recipients and recognize its declaration as a “Purple Heart County.” The ceremony was held at the Veterans Memorial Wall, in front of the county’s Hist...

‘Connect[tober]fest’ Workshops Designed to Create Dialogue About How Community Priorities, Resources

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA — Join us at Connect[tober]fest! Bring your neighbors and attend any of several interactive and engaging workshops designed to create dialogue about how community priorities and resources align, showcase ways you can get ...

Chesterfield County Internal Auditor Earns CISA

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA — Khara Lounsbury, technology audit manager with Chesterfield County’s Department of Internal Audit, recently earned the Certified Information Systems Auditor, or CISA, credential from ISACA. The CISA designatio...

Chesterfield Parks and Recreation Earns National Accreditation

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA — Today, the Commission for Accreditation of Parks and Recreation Agencies, or CAPRA, awarded the Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation Department with the prestigious CAPRA accreditation at the National Recreation and...

Chesterfield Names Road to Honor Service and Sacrifice of Fallen Military Soldier

September 21, 2018

Communications and Media

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA — Today, Chesterfield County government officials honored the service and sacrifice of Chesterfield native and Army hero by naming the road in Huguenot Park, Kyle Middleton Way.  

U...

Fee Waived For Vegetative Debris at County Convenience Centers Through Sept. 30

September 20, 2018

Waste and Resource Recovery 

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA — Chesterfield County will continue to waive vegetative debris fees at both the Northern and Southern Area Convenience Centers through Sept. 30, to give residents time to clean...

Intersection at Woolridge and Otterdale Roads Reopened to Traffic

September 13, 2018

Transportation 

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA — The intersection at Woolridge and Otterdale roads has been reopened to traffic more than a week ahead of schedule. Drivers traveling on Otterdale Road will have a stop sign at the interse...

Vegetative Debris Accepted at County Convenience Centers

September 12, 2018

Waste & Resource Recovery

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA — Chesterfield County continues to prepare for the impact of Hurricane Florence. Part of that planning is focusing on cleanup and recovery following the storm.

Chesterfield ac...

Chesterfield’s Community Emergency Response Team Course begins Oct. 2

September 12, 2018

Community Emergency Response Team, CERT

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA —Are you interested in training that will better prepare you for disasters and emergencies? Chesterfield County’s popular Community Emergency Response Team, or CERT, training...

Chesterfield Launches New County Government and Library Websites

September 07, 2018

Communications and Media

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA — Chesterfield County has launched two new websites following redesigns of the county’s local government and library sites. The new chesterfield.gov and library.chesterf...

Ettrick Park Concession Building Dedicated in Honor of Local Physician, Advocate

August 10, 2018

Parks and Recreation

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA — The concession building at Ettrick Park has been dedicated in honor of Dr. Samuel Busch, a local physician who has worked in the community for more than 40 years.

The Samuel E. Busch Co...

Chesterfield County Earns Achievement Awards from VACo

August 08, 2018

Communications and Media

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA— Chesterfield County recently received three achievement awards from the Virginia Association of Counties, continuing its streak of winning at least one award each year for the 16 years of the...

Dale Supervisor Helps Distribute Toys to Children with Cancer

Dale District Supervisor Jim Holland and his wife recently attended the ASK Childhood Cancer Foundation's holiday party. Donated gifts were distributed to 250 children with cancer, including toys, craft kits and gift cards.  

Holland Attends Meadowbrook National Honor Society Induction

Dale District Supervisor Jim Holland attended Meadowbrook High School's W.E.B. DuBois National Honor Society Induction ceremony.

American Flag Raised on Virginia's Largest Flagpole

Last Sunday, RJ Smith and USA Iron and Medal held a flag raising ceremony in Chesterfield to debut its 212-foot-tall flagpole, the largest in Virginia. At the event, a 40’ x 70’ flag was raised to honor first responders and the military. This commemoratio...

Chesterfield Commemorates 'Triple Nickles'

Chesterfield County and Virginia State University officials joined to commemorate the Triple Nickle Bridge and Jesse J. Mayes Tri-Cities Chapter, 555 Parachute Infantry Association on Friday, Nov. 16. The 555th was the first all black parachute infantry p...

Veterans Day WWI Centennial Commemoration

Last Sunday marked the 100th anniversary of the signing of the Armistice agreement, which brought an end to World War I. To celebrate this historic event, Chesterfield County held a Veterans Day WWI Centennial Commemoration at the Chesterfield Hi...

Connect[tober]fest Workshop Gives Citizens Opportunity to Provide Input

Dale District Supervisor Jim Holland and School Board Member John Erbach co-hosted two Connect[tober[fest workshops designed to create dialogue about how community priorities and resources align and provide insight about long-range planning in Chesterfiel...

SwimRVA to Host Top Athletes for TYR Pro Swim Series

Officials with SwimRVA, Richmond Region Tourism and Chesterfield County welcomed USA Swimming on Oct. 9 to announce that the world's top swimmers, including USA Swimming National Team members, Junior National Team members and the top 50 world-ranked swimm...

New Pickleball Courts Open at Harry Daniel Park

Last week, the Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation Department and the Chesterfield Pickleball Club opened six new, lighted pickleball courts at Harry Daniel Park at Iron Bridge! Pickleball has exploded in popularity across the nation. It doesn't requ...

Chesterfield County Designated a Purple Heart County

On Oct. 4, Chesterfield held a ceremony to declare itself a "Purple Heart County" in honor of those who have sacrificed for this nation and community. View the ceremony, or visit the county website for more information.

Board Members Adopt FY19 Budget

The Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors, on April 11, voted to approve the FY2019 budget, which includes a $711.7 million general fund and a penny reduction in the real estate tax rate. Highlights include a continued focus on core services, such as p...

Chesterfield Unsolved

Chesterfield County Police need your assistance to solve a cold case. Do you know what happened to Damion West? On July 9, 2009, Damion L. West was killed in the 4800 block of Burnt Oak Drive. The case has not been solved. Police hope a new video will hel...

Friendly Phone Calls Keep Seniors Connected, Safe

The Chesterfield County Senior Advocate's Telephone Reassurance Program is seeking seniors in the community to receive friendly phone calls from volunteers. Volunteers receive training and make their calls from the Senior Advocate's office four days a wee...

Children & Youth Programs

See what services and programs are available to the children and youth of Chesterfield County.

Financial Resources

See what financial resources are available to Chesterfield County residents.

Support Groups

Find out what support groups are available in Chesterfield County.

American Flag Raised on Virginia's Largest Flagpole

Last Sunday, RJ Smith and USA Iron and Medal held a flag raising ceremony in Chesterfield to debut its 212-foot-tall flagpole, the largest in Virginia. At the event, a 40’ x 70’ flag was raised to honor first responders and the military. This commemoratio...

Chesterfield Commemorates 'Triple Nickles'

Chesterfield County and Virginia State University officials joined to commemorate the Triple Nickle Bridge and Jesse J. Mayes Tri-Cities Chapter, 555 Parachute Infantry Association on Friday, Nov. 16. The 555th was the first all black parachute infantry p...

Publix Now Open in Cosby Village Shopping Center

Publix Super Markets opened its second location in Chesterfield on Wednesday, Nov. 14, at the Cosby Village Shopping Center off Hull Street Road. The 50,645-square-foot store is the first Publix in the county to be built by the chain from the ground up. T...

Veterans Day WWI Centennial Commemoration

Last Sunday marked the 100th anniversary of the signing of the Armistice agreement, which brought an end to World War I. To celebrate this historic event, Chesterfield County held a Veterans Day WWI Centennial Commemoration at the Chesterfield Hi...

Connect[tober]fest Workshop Gives Citizens Opportunity to Provide Input

Matoaca District Supervisor Steve Elswick and School Board Member Rob Thompson co-hosted two Connect[tober[fest workshops designed to create dialogue about how community priorities and resources align and provide insight about long-range planning in Chest...

Chesterfield County Designated a Purple Heart County

On Oct. 4, Chesterfield held a ceremony to declare itself a "Purple Heart County" in honor of those who have sacrificed for this nation and community. View the ceremony, or visit the county website for more information.

Board Members Adopt FY19 Budget

The Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors, on April 11, voted to approve the FY2019 budget, which includes a $711.7 million general fund and a penny reduction in the real estate tax rate. Highlights include a continued focus on core services, such as p...

Chesterfield Unsolved

Chesterfield County Police need your assistance to solve a cold case. Do you know what happened to Damion West? On July 9, 2009, Damion L. West was killed in the 4800 block of Burnt Oak Drive. The case has not been solved. Police hope a new video will hel...

Friendly Phone Calls Keep Seniors Connected, Safe

The Chesterfield County Senior Advocate's Telephone Reassurance Program is seeking seniors in the community to receive friendly phone calls from volunteers. Volunteers receive training and make their calls from the Senior Advocate's office four days a wee...

American Flag Raised on Virginia's Largest Flagpole

Last Sunday, RJ Smith and USA Iron and Medal held a flag raising ceremony in Chesterfield to debut its 212-foot-tall flagpole, the largest in Virginia. At the event, a 40’ x 70’ flag was raised to honor first responders and the military. This commemoratio...

Veterans Day WWI Centennial Commemoration

Last Sunday marked the 100th anniversary of the signing of the Armistice agreement, which brought an end to World War I. To celebrate this historic event, Chesterfield County held a Veterans Day WWI Centennial Commemoration at the Chesterfield Hi...

Connect[tober]fest Workshop Gives Citizens Opportunity to Provide Input

Midlothian District Supervisor Leslie Haley and School Board Member Javaid Siddiqi co-hosted a Connect[tober[fest workshop designed to create dialogue about how community priorities and resources align and provide insight about long-range planning in Ches...

Chesterfield Names Road to Honor Service and Sacrifice of Fallen Military Soldier

September 21, 2018

Communications and Media

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA — Today, Chesterfield County government officials honored the service and sacrifice of Chesterfield native and Army hero by naming the road in Huguenot Park, Kyle Middleton Way.  

U...

Chesterfield County Designated a Purple Heart County

On Oct. 4, Chesterfield held a ceremony to declare itself a "Purple Heart County" in honor of those who have sacrificed for this nation and community. View the ceremony, or visit the county website for more information.

Board Members Adopt FY19 Budget

The Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors, on April 11, voted to approve the FY2019 budget, which includes a $711.7 million general fund and a penny reduction in the real estate tax rate. Highlights include a continued focus on core services, such as p...

Chesterfield Unsolved

Chesterfield County Police need your assistance to solve a cold case. Do you know what happened to Damion West? On July 9, 2009, Damion L. West was killed in the 4800 block of Burnt Oak Drive. The case has not been solved. Police hope a new video will hel...

Friendly Phone Calls Keep Seniors Connected, Safe

The Chesterfield County Senior Advocate's Telephone Reassurance Program is seeking seniors in the community to receive friendly phone calls from volunteers. Volunteers receive training and make their calls from the Senior Advocate's office four days a wee...

2019 REVIVE! Training Dates Announced

REVIVE! is the state’s opioid overdose and naloxone education program, and is offered to professionals, stakeholders and others so that they can learn how to recognize and respond to opioid overdose emergencies by administering naloxone.

The Chesterfield H...

Inclement Weather Closures

For Monday, Dec. 10,  all Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation activities held in county schools, parks, recreation centers, historic sites and the Nature Center are cancelled and the facilities are closed.

All Fields Are Closed

***As of Monday, November 5, 2018*** all baseball and softball fields are closed for winter. This field closing status will not be updated until the new season begins in March 2019.

Parks Light Schedule for Winter

Light schedule for tennis and basketball courts at county parks starting Dec. 1, 2018:

Tennis - Court lights will stay on until 9:30 PM at these locations:

• Bird Athletic Complex - courts 1 - 3
• Harry G. Daniel Park at Iron Bridge - two courts and pickleball c...

Radcliffe Conservation Area Closed

The Radcliffe Conservation Area is closed due to flooding along the Appomattox River. The trail is still under water, and areas of the boardwalk have been damaged. Because of this, the trail will be closed until the flooding has receded, and we can evalua...

Tennis Courts Closed for Renovation

The following tennis courts are closed for renovation:

• Chesterfield Technical Center @ Hull, 13900 Hull Street Road, Midlothian - tennis courts will be restored as Pickleball courts. Anticipated completion is Feb. 28, 2019.
• Daniel Park at Iron Bridge, 6600 ...

Dog Sculpture Unveiled at Rockwood Park

On Saturday, Nov. 10, FETCH a Cure unveiled its second public park dog sculpture at Ruff House Dog Park at Rockwood Park. The sculpture serves as a reminder to community members to check their pets for the early warning signs of cancer. The sculpture was ...

Chesterfield Parks and Recreation Receives Statewide Award

Over 500 delegates from around the state gathered Nov. 3-6 at the 63rd Annual Conference of the Virginia Recreation and Park Society in Henrico County, Virginia. The conference is a learning exchange and provides an opportunity for recreation and...

Chesterfield Parks and Recreation Earns National Accreditation

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA — Today, the Commission for Accreditation of Parks and Recreation Agencies, or CAPRA, awarded the Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation Department with the prestigious CAPRA accreditation at the National Recreation and...

CCPD Captain Graduates from FBI National Academy

Sept. 17, 2018

Police

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Chesterfield County Police Captain T.O. McCullough was among the 228 law enforcement officers who graduated from the FBI National Academy Program on Thursday, Sept. 13.

Internationally known for its academic ex...

Cell Phone Collection Drive

The Chesterfield Domestic Violence Task Force is collecting unwanted, old, used smartphones for the following purposes:

• Give to domestic violence victims to dial 911
• Recycled phones provide funds to assist domestic violence victims

Collection Bin Location

All...

Text to 911

If you cannot call 911, you can send a text message to 911 for emergency assistance within Chesterfield County and the surrounding jurisdictions.

Community Services

The Chesterfield County Police Department offers a variety of community services.

Sheriff's Office History

The Chesterfield County Sheriff's Office has a rich history and extends back to 1749.

Fire & EMS Community Risk Reduction

Learn about the Fire and EMS Department's community risk reduction efforts.

Police Arrest Multiple Suspects in Murder-for-Hire Plot

Police

Dec. 7, 2018

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Following a months-long investigation, Chesterfield County police executed search warrants at four locations and arrested multiple suspects in relation to a murder-for-hire plot on Friday, Dec. 7.&...

Police Investigate Shooting

Police

Dec. 5, 2018

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Chesterfield County Police are investigating a shooting that occurred in the 4000 block of Hailey Crescent Drive.

At about 2:26 p.m. on Dec. 5, 2018, police responded for a report of an adult male with ...

Driver Involved in Nov. 29 Crash Dies

Dec. 5, 2018

Police

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Chesterfield County Police are investigating a fatal motor vehicle crash that occurred at the intersection of River Road and Ivey Mill Road at about 11:45 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 29, 2018.&...

Police Seek Robbery Suspect

Dec. 3, 2018

Police

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Police are investigating a robbery that occurred at the A Plus gas station at 2421 W. Hundred Road at about 10:30 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 2. No one was injured in the robbery.

Police said a male suspect ru...

Driver Involved in Nov. 23 Crash Dies

Nov. 26, 2018

Police

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Chesterfield County Police are investigating a fatal motor vehicle crash that occurred in the area of Olde Stonegate Road and Salisbury Road at about 5:40 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 23, 2018.&n...

Police Investigate Fatal Crash

Nov. 20, 2018

Police

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Chesterfield County Police are investigating a fatal motor vehicle crash that occurred in the 6800 block of Jefferson Davis Highway at about 6:40 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2018.

Police said a silver 20...

Police Arrest Suspect in Attempted Abduction

Nov. 15, 2018

Police

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Police have located and arrested a man who attempted to abduct a woman on Wednesday, Nov. 14, 2018. There were no injuries during the incident. 

Police said the victim, an adult femal...

Police Seek Suspect in Attempted Abduction

Nov. 15, 2018

Police

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Police are searching for a man who attempted to abduct a female victim on Wednesday, November 14, 2018. No one was injured during the incident. 

Police said the victim, an adult female employe...

Police Arrest Man for Breaking and Entering of Church

Nov. 12, 2018

Police

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Police have arrested a man who broke into and vandalized Ironbridge Baptist Church located at 10900 Iron Bridge Road. 

Police said at about 11:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 6, 2018, th...

Missing Man Found

Nov. 3, 2018

Police

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Chesterfield Police have located a man who was reported missing on Friday, November 2, 2018

Clifford Hardy, 40 years old, was found by police at about 10:20 a.m. on Saturday, November 3, in the area of ...

Police Seek Missing Man

Nov. 3, 2018

Police

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Chesterfield Police are searching for an intellectually disabled missing man who was last seen around 7 p.m. on Friday, November 2.

Clifford Hardy, was last seen by a co-worker at his place of employmen...

Driver Injured in Oct. 30 Crash Dies

Nov. 2, 2018

Police

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – The Chesterfield County Police Department continues to investigate a crash that occurred at about 4:15 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 30, in the 12700 block of Midlothian Turnpike. 

Police said a 2003 H...

Police Investigate Armed Robbery

Oct. 25, 2018

Police

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Police are investigating an armed robbery to the Wendy's at 13822 Village Place Drive, which occurred around 9:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 25. No one was injured during the incident.

Police said a man en...

Police Seek Wanted Man

Oct. 25, 2018

Police

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Police are seeking a man who is wanted in connection with a 2015 attempted robbery that occurred in the 5900 block of Slumber Lane. 

On Aug 22, 2015, at about 10:15 p.m., an adult female victi...

Police Seek Wanted Man

Oct. 24, 2018

Police

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Police have obtained warrants for and are seeking Rashaun D. Bradley, 29, of the 5700 block of Fox Hunt Trail in Chesterfield. 

On Oct. 18 at about 7:45 p.m., police responded to the 21300 bloc...

Police Identify Passenger Killed in Oct. 12 Crash

Oct. 15, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Chesterfield County Police continue to investigate a fatal motor vehicle crash that occurred in the 13700 block of Midlothian Turnpike at about 9 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 12, 2018.

Police said a 2...

Police Investigate Shooting

Oct. 14, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Chesterfield County Police are investigating a shooting that occurred on 3rd Avenue adjacent to the Virginia State University Campus on October 14, 2018 at about 1:55 a.m. 

Officers responded ...

Police Investigate Armed Robbery

Oct. 12, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Police are investigating an armed robbery at the Shell Station at 9430 Iron Bridge Road at about 9:38 p.m. on Friday, October 12, 2018. There were no injuries.

Police said the male suspect entered the ...

Police Investigate Fatal Crash

Oct. 12, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Chesterfield County Police are investigating a fatal motor vehicle crash that occurred in the 13700 block of Midlothian Turnpike at about 9 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 12, 2018.

Police said a 2016 Do...

Police Arrest Attempted Robbery Suspect

Oct. 7, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Chesterfield County Police have arrested Teil S. Brown, 19, of the 300 block of Karl Linn Drive, for attempted robbery, assault, breaking and entering, vandalism and trespassing for his involvement in ...

Police Investigate Armed Robbery

Oct. 6, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Police are investigating an armed robbery of the Shell Station at 9430 Iron Bridge Road, which occurred on Saturday, October 6.  No one was injured during the incident.

Police said aro...

Police Arrest One Suspect, Seek Second in Relation to Attempted Bank Robbery

Oct. 4, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Police have arrested one man and are seeking a second man involved in an Aug. 13, 2018, attempted bank robbery.

At about 4:15 p.m. on Aug. 13, police said, a man entered the First Citizens Bank...

Police Seek Missing Woman

Oct. 3, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Chesterfield Police are searching for a missing woman who was last heard from on Feb. 7, 2018.

Ashley Lynn Huddleston, who is also known as “Nicole," was reported missing by a family memb...

Police Arrest Bank Robbery Suspect

Oct. 3, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Police have arrested a man who robbed the SunTrust Bank branch at 12020 Iron Bridge Road at about 12:50 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 1. No one was injured during the incident.

Police said the suspect approached...

Police Seek Bank Robbery Suspect

Oct. 1, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Police are searching for a suspect who robbed the SunTrust Bank branch at 12020 Iron Bridge Road at about 12:50 p.m. today. No one was injured during the incident.

Police said the suspect approached a t...

Police Investigate Fatal Hit and Run

Sept. 30, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – The Chesterfield County Police Department is investigating a fatal hit and run that occurred in the 600 Block of Chinaberry Drive at about 3:20 a.m. on Sunday, September 30.

The female victim...

Police Identify Suspect in 2015 Shooting

Sept. 25, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Chesterfield County Police have identified the suspect responsible for a fatal shooting that occurred in the 8700 block of Hull Street Road on Oct. 24, 2015.

At about 1:20 p.m. on Oct. 24, 20...

Police Investigate Fatal Crash

Sept. 22, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Chesterfield County Police are investigating a fatal motor vehicle crash that occurred in the 8600 block of River Road at about 1:40 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018.

Police said a vehicle was traveli...

Missing Woman Found

Sept. 21, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Chesterfield Police have located a woman who was reported missing on Wednesday, Sept. 19.

Pamela Louise Lutz, 36, was located on Friday, Sept. 21, and is safe. 

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Police Seek Missing Woman

Sept. 20, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Chesterfield Police are searching for a missing woman who was last seen at about 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 19.

Pamela Louise Lutz, of no permanent address, was last seen by her boyfriend at about ...

Police Arrest Three Suspects in April Homicide

Sept. 19, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – The Chesterfield County Police Department has arrested and charged three suspects in relation to the shooting death of Breland O. Poole.  

Police said Poole, 19, was shot multiple times in th...

Police Release Name of Victim From Tornado Event

Sept. 18, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Chesterfield County Police have identified the victim killed during the tornado and subsequent building collapse on September 17, 2018.  Police responded to 3350 Speeks Drive for a ...

Police Continue Investigation of Man Found Injured and Unresponsive

Sept. 17, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Police continue to investigate an incident involving an adult male victim who was found injured and unresponsive in the parking lot of the InTown Suites at 11551 Green Spring Road at about 11 p.m. on...

Police Investigate Man Found Injured and Unresponsive

Sept. 17, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Police are investigating an incident involving a male victim found injured and unresponsive in the parking lot of the InTown Suites at 11551 Green Spring Road at about 11:00 p.m. on Sunday, ...

Police Investigate Armed Robbery

Sept. 14, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Police are investigating an armed robbery to the Family Dollar at 7307 Taw Street at about 8:41 p.m. on Friday, September 14, 2018. A clerk suffered minor injuries.

Police said a male suspect...

Police Investigate Fatal Crash

Sept. 10, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Chesterfield County Police are investigating a fatal motor vehicle crash that occurred near the intersection of West Huguenot Road, Cranbeck Road and Big Oak Lane at about 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. ...

Police Investigate Shooting

Sept. 1, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Chesterfield County Police are investigating a shooting that occurred in the 20800 Block of River Terrace Road on September 1, 2018 at about 1:10 a.m. 

Officers responded for the report of sho...

Police Arrest Second Suspect in Fatal Crash

Aug. 27, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – The Chesterfield County Police Department has arrested a second man in relation to a fatal crash that occurred at the intersection of Belmont Road and Sue Jean Drive at about 4:55 p.m. on Saturday, Au...

Police Investigate Fatal Crash

Aug. 27, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – The Chesterfield County Police Department is continuing to investigate a fatal crash that occurred at the intersection of Belmont Road and Sue Jean Drive at about 4:55 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 25.

Police...

Police Arrest Homicide Suspect

Aug. 26, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Chesterfield County Police have located and arrested Joshua M. Federico, who was wanted in connection to the homicide that occurred in the 13700 block of Second Branch Road on Aug. 24.

The mur...

Police Charge Shooting Suspect with Murder

Aug. 25, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Chesterfield County Police have obtained a murder warrant for Joshua M. Federico, 44, in addition to the two warrants previously obtained for him in relation to a shooting that occurred in th...

Police Seek Shooting Suspect

Aug. 24, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Chesterfield County Police have obtained warrants for and are seeking an adult male suspect in relation to a shooting that occurred in the 13700 block of Second Branch Road.

At about 3:30 a.m....

Police Investigate Shooting

Aug. 24, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Chesterfield County Police are investigating a shooting that occurred in the 13700 block of Second Branch Road.

At about 3:30 a.m. on Aug. 24, 2018, police responded for a report of a female w...

Police Investigate Commercial Robbery

Aug. 22, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Police are investigating a robbery of the A Plus Convenience Store located at 701 Bermuda Hundred Road on Wednesday, August 22. No one was injured during the incident. 

At about 4:58 ...

Police Arrest Man Wanted for Assaulting Child

Aug. 20, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Police have arrested a man who assaulted a child at a residence in the 5200 block of Grand Oaks Forest Circle on Aug. 14. 

At about 7:30 p.m. on Aug. 15, police responded to the resid...

Police Identify Driver Involved in Fatal Crash

Aug. 20, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – The Chesterfield County Police Department is continuing to investigate a fatal crash that occurred at the intersection of West Hundred Road and Jefferson Davis Highway at about 1:10 a.m. on Sunday, Au...

Police Investigate Fatal Crash

Aug. 19, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – The Chesterfield County Police Department is investigating a fatal crash that occurred at the intersection of West Hundred Road and Jefferson Davis Highway at about 1:10 a.m. on Sunday, Augus...

Police Arrest Robbery Suspect

Aug. 17, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Police have arrested a man in relation to the robbery of the Rite Aid at 4205 Beulah Road on Tuesday, Aug. 14. No one was injured during the incident. 

At about 9:30 p.m. on Aug. 14, ...

Police Investigate Fatal Shooting

Aug. 17, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Police are investigating a shooting that occurred in the 5600 block of Handel Court at about 10:15 p.m. on Thursday, August 16th.

Police responded to the 5600 block of Handel Court for a report of a ma...

Police Identify Driver, Passenger Killed in Fatal Crash

Aug. 16, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Chesterfield County Police continue to investigate a fatal motor vehicle crash that occurred in the 23500 block of Hull Street Road at about 1:30 a.m. on Wednesday, August 15.

Police said a 2012 Jeep L...

Police Release Surveillance Photos of Armed Robbery Suspect

Aug. 16, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Police continue to investigate an armed robbery to the Rite Aid located at 4205 Beulah Road, that took place on Tuesday, August 14. No one was injured during the incident.

Police said a man entered the...

Police Investigate Fatal Crash

Aug. 15, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Chesterfield County Police are investigating a fatal motor vehicle crash that occurred in the 23500 block of Hull Street Road at about 1:30 a.m. on Wednesday, August 15th.

Police said a 2012 Jeep Liber...

Police Investigate Armed Robbery

Aug. 14, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Police are investigating an armed robbery to the Rite Aid at 4205 Beulah Road at about 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday, August 14th. No one was injured during the incident.

Police said a man entered the business,...

Police Investigate Attempted Bank Robbery

Aug. 14, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Police are seeking a man who attempted to rob the First Citizens Bank at 13101 Midlothian Turnpike on Monday, Aug. 13. No one was injured during the incident. 

At about 4:15 p.m. on Aug. 13, p...

Police Investigate Armed Robbery

Aug. 13, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Police are investigating an armed robbery to the 7-11 located in the 6100 Block of Jefferson Davis Highway.  The robbery occurred on Sunday August 12, around 11:00 p.m. 

Police said a...

Police Release Identities of Suspects Charged in Willowbranch Drive Incident

Aug. 7, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Police have released the identities of the men charged in relation to a larceny from auto and subsequent shooting that occurred in the 5700 block of Willowbranch Drive at about 10:40 p.m. on Monday, Au...

Police Investigate Shooting Incident

Aug. 7, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Police responded to the 5700 Block of Willow Branch Rd regarding multiple reports of shots fired around 10:40 p.m. last night.  When they arrived, a community member told them that he had just...

Police Arrest Suspect in 2017 Homicide

Aug. 6, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Police have arrested and charged a man in relation to the 2017 death of Bruce M. Garnett, 67.

Just before 3:30 p.m. on April 21, 2017, police responded to a residence in the 700 block of Chinaberry Driv...

Police Arrest Robbery Suspect

Aug. 4, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – Police have arrested a man that robbed the Shell Station at 2320 Willis Road at about 6:15 p.m. on Saturday, August 4, 2018. No one was injured during the incident.

Police said the man entered the busin...

Reported Abduction Was Planned Hoax

May 22, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – The Chesterfield County Police Department has located and interviewed the female and four males involved in an apparent abduction that occurred in the 900 block of Walmart Way at about 9 p.m. ...

Police Locate Victim and Man Involved in Reported Abduction

May 21, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – The Chesterfield County Police Department has located the female victim, as well as another man involved with what was reported to be an apparent abduction that occurred in the 900 block of Walmart Way...

Police Investigate Reported Abduction

May 21, 2018

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CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA – The Chesterfield County Police Department is investigating an apparent abduction that occurred in the 900 block of Walmart Way at about 9 p.m. on Sunday, May 20.Shortly after 9 p.m. on Sunday, police r...

Changes to Your County Tax Bills

Chesterfield County has implemented a new property tax system in an effort to better serve you.  Now, rather than receiving separate tax bills, you will receive one consolidated statement in most cases.  The new statement format will not...