Posted on January 16, 2012
"All Systems Are Go" for the Chesterfield County Chamber of Commerce's Banquet. The annual awards celebration and installation of officers will be held Friday, January 27, 2012 from 5:30 to 9:00 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Koger Conference Center located at 1021 Koger Center Boulevard, Richmond, 23235. Donner Grigsby, NASA engineer and NASA Langley's 2004, 2005, and 2006 Speaker of the Year will be the keynote speaker.
Posted on January 2, 2012
Get information about Chesterfield County government right from the source. Currents, the county's free e-newsletter, provides countywide news, business news, upcoming events, information from each of the county's elected Board of Supervisors members, and much more.
Posted on October 27, 2011
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
The Chesterfield County Chamber of Commerce will host their annual Legislative Reception and A Taste of Chesterfield, sponsored by DuPont in anticipation of the November 8, 2011 Chesterfield County general elections.
Posted on September 29, 2011
The Chesterfield County Department of Parks and Recreation is offering two special programs for adults aged 50 and older this October. A fall dance will take place at Huguenot Road Baptist Church on Saturday, Oct. 15, from 7 to 10 p.m. Tickets are $9 and are only available in advance. (Course 22144)
Posted on September 21, 2011
Why pay full price for college when you don't have to? College financial consultant Michael Jones will reveal secrets of navigating the college costs maze in three October workshops at Chesterfield County Public Library. Families may be able to reduce their college expenses by tens of thousands of dollars - even if they don't qualify for need-based financial aid.
Posted on September 15, 2011
By Jennifer Warnick, NBC12. It's no secret that schools need every dollar they can get. They're fighting hard for resources that directly benefit students. For 38 years, we've been clipping labels for education. They are found on dozens of products, many of which line your pantry. Read the story here.
Posted on September 15, 2011
The Central Chesterfield Ruritan Club honored Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors Chairman Art Warren at its meeting Sept. 12 for outstanding service to the county.
Posted on September 6, 2011
Chesterfield County will celebrate the beginning of a new year with Virginia 4-H by hosting a Chesterfield 4-H Open House at Rockwood Park on October 8 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Posted on September 2, 2011
Chesterfield County has been working around-the-clock with Dominion Virginia Power, various state and federal agencies and volunteer organizations to assist county residents during this significant storm. Our first priority is, as always, life, safety and health concerns of our residents.
Posted on September 2, 2011
Chesterfield County invites its residents and business operators to visit the county’s website at http://www.chesterfield.gov/Currents/ to subscribe to Currents, the county’s free e-newsletter.
Posted on August 30, 2011
As the region works to recover from the effects of Hurricane Irene, here are some important things for Chesterfield County residents to know:
Posted on August 29, 2011
The Chesterfield County Department of Utilities has established a drinking-water station at Phillips Volunteer Fire Station, 10630 River Road, for anyone who needs water.
Posted on August 26, 2011
In preparation for the arrival of potentially strong wind and heavy rain associated with Hurricane Irene, Chesterfield County Administrator James J.L. Stegmaier has declared a local state of emergency. Chesterfield County will open its Emergency Operations Center on Saturday, Aug. 27, at 8 a.m. The EOC will be staffed by many county departments, including public-safety officials, to coordinate the county’s overall response to the storm.
Posted on August 15, 2011
All Chesterfield County School PTAs are eligible to earn up to $1200 of the $6,000 to be awarded. Bring in your gently used denim to support your PTA. You’ll also be helping Goodwill turn your jeans into jobs right here in our community.
Posted on August 15, 2011
Each month, the Chesterfield County Emergency Communications Center takes hundreds of calls to find there’s no one on the other end.
Posted on August 8, 2011
Join the Chesterfield County Chamber of Commerce for a Ribbon Cutting to be held for Bryant & Stratton College for the Richmond Campus expansion on Thursday, August 18 at 4:00 p.m. Bryant & Stratton College is located at 8141 Hull Street Road, Richmond 23235.
Posted on June 28, 2011
In response to requests by the Appomattox River Water Authority, the Chesterfield County Department of Utilities is asking its customers to voluntarily conserve water by:
Posted on June 16, 2011
The Chesterfield County Fourth of July Celebration will be Monday, July 4, at the Chesterfield County Fairgrounds. Gates will open at 5 p.m., with the fireworks display beginning at dark.
Posted on June 7, 2011
The Virginia Folk Museum Association is dedicating the new Virginia Country Music Hall of Fame Museum on Saturday, June 11, 3-7 p.m., at the Chesterfield County Fairgrounds.
Posted on May 18, 2011
Do you want the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of Chesterfield County youths? The Chesterfield County Youth Planning and Development Department is seeking youths and adults to serve on the Youth Services Citizen Board.
Posted on May 4, 2011
By Zachary Reid, Richmond Times-Dispatch. Dana and Chris Matheny aren't trying to get you to spend more money. But if you do, they have a suggestion or two that could benefit Chesterfield County school children. Read Full Article at TimesDispatch.com
Posted on May 2, 2011
The Chesterfield County Department of Parks and Recreation is offering two programs this Saturday, May 7th.
Posted on April 25, 2011
Chesterfield Towne Center and Shop Chesterfield First are excited to announce the 1st Annual “VIT Night” (Very Important Teacher Night) at Chesterfield Towne Center on May 4th from 3-7pm.
Posted on April 5, 2011
The Chesterfield County Chamber of Commerce and Flagstop Car Wash and Quick Lube present Celebration of the Vine Wine Festival on Saturday, April 16th from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.. Come enjoy a day of wine tasting from 17 award winning Virginia wineries and music by Casper. There will also be a variety of food and artisans.
Posted on March 11, 2011
The Chesterfield County Office of Cooperative Extension is presenting a series of free seminars to teach annual maintenance and how to transition to warm-season turf in order to protect lawns during the challenging summer months.
Posted on March 11, 2011
In today's economy, businesses must Re-Invent and Re-Think their strategies to beat out the competition. Successful businesses are emerging with tighter budgets, creative marketing and business strategies, social media access, and a more efficient workforce.
Posted on February 23, 2011
Shop Chesterfield First has partnered with Third Marble Marketing to offer our members a Google local advertising program. It's a cost effective internet advertising solution that will drive local people who are shopping specifically on Google for your product or service to your listing. Read more here.
Posted on January 19, 2011
A survey to measure resident satisfaction in Chesterfield County showed some of the highest ratings since polling first was conducted in 1986. Read more at Times-Dispatch.com
Posted on January 10, 2011
Posted on January 6, 2011
The Chesterfield Chamber's Annual Awards Celebration with Former Governor George Allen will be an evening of recharging, reinventing, rethinking and relating to help you and your company look at business in a whole new light and possibly take your company to a whole new level!
Posted on December 27, 2010
Prevention Services, a division of Chesterfield County Mental Health Support Services, will offer “For Better or Worse,” a seven-week class for engaged or married couples.
Posted on December 7, 2010
Stop by the Rockwood Nature Center for its annual Open House, Saturday, Dec. 18, 2-4 p.m. Have your picture taken with an old-world Santa Claus, create decorations for the wildlife tree, or make or purchase a natural gift for a friend or family member.
Posted on December 3, 2010
Posted on November 23, 2010
Many people get so carried away with holiday shopping that it takes them the next six to twelve months or more to dig out from holiday debt. The Chesterfield County Office of Virginia Cooperative Extension will offer a free financial management workshop, Minimizing Holiday Debt, Thursday, Dec. 2, 9:30 a.m.-noon, at the Extension Office, 6807 Mimms Loop.
Posted on November 18, 2010
The Virginia Department of Transportation and Chesterfield County, assisted by Congressman J. Randy Forbes, Curtis Contracting, Inc. and the Chesterfield County business community, conducted a groundbreaking ceremony on November 15, 2010 to commemorate the start of work on the Meadowville Road interchange that will link Interstate 295 to the county’s Meadowville Technology Park.
Posted on November 10, 2010
Santa Arrival & Tree Lighting set for November 12, 2010 from 6:00-7:00 pm at Chesterfield Towne Center.
Posted on November 10, 2010
Students at Robious Middle School were recognized on Friday, November 5, 2010 at the quarterly Design Principles Breakfast Award Ceremony.
Posted on November 2, 2010
If you live in Chesterfield County, Shop Chesterfield First! Check out this segment on Channel 12.
Posted on October 25, 2010
By HANK KURZ Jr., Richmond Times-Dispatch. Denny Hamlin passed Kevin Harvick for the lead with 29 laps to go Sunday and won his third consecutive NASCAR Sprint Cup race at Martinsville Speedway. "I don't think I've ever closed that well, ever," Hamlin said in Victory Lane.
Posted on October 20, 2010
Many gardeners and homeowners choose plants for their lawns and gardens based on the color of their flowers or the shape of their leaves. However, most of the time, those plants are non-native species.
Posted on October 18, 2010
By Luz Lazo, Richmond Times-Dispatch. With the holiday shopping season quickly approaching, local governments and businesses are sending consumers a message: Don't go too far - shop where you live. Read the article.
Posted on October 12, 2010
Heritage Chevrolet, Chesterfield Federal Credit Union, and Global Embroidery are the participating businesses this week.
Posted on October 3, 2010
Posted on September 16, 2010
by Shelby Brown, Staff reporter, CBS6. New Website Promoting Local Business is Benefiting Companies and Schools. Watch the Video
Posted on September 15, 2010
An astounding total of 2577 pieces of denim were donated to the Denim Drive at the Chesterfield Towne Center, representing 37 Chesterfield County PTAs. That is an increase of 800% more denim donated this year than last year.
Posted on September 7, 2010
This week a record number of 283 denim pieces were donated. Falling Creek Middle School has jumped into second place, rivaling Robious Middle School who has been in the lead since July.
Posted on September 1, 2010
$1,000 will be donated to the Chesterfield County PTA in 1st place. You can make a difference.
Posted on August 26, 2010
The parents, teachers, families and friends of 27 different Chesterfield County Schools have pulled together and donated their used denim items. Last week, Midlothian Middle School had come from nowhere and slid into second as a contender for $300. Now, L.C. Bird High School is on the board and in a tie for second place. Keep the denim donations coming in. You can make a difference.
Posted on August 25, 2010
Chesterfield Economic Development (CED) and Chesterfield County Public Library (CCPL) will unveil their new small business initiative, "My Business Starts Here".
Posted on August 18, 2010
Robious Middle School PTA is still in the lead to win $1,000. Midlothian Middle School has come from nowhere and slid into second place for $300. They weren’t even in the tally last week. Keep the denim donations coming in. You can make a difference. The Denim Drive ends September 12, 2010.
Here are the leaders (as of August 17, 2010):
Posted on August 10, 2010
Robious Middle School PTA is in the lead to win $1,000 as of August 9, 2010. Here are the leaders:
Posted on August 1, 2010
Shop Chesterfield First has partnered with Chesterfield Towne Center with their GREAT DENIM DAYS promotion. Donate your gently used denim to support local charities (Goodwill, Art180 and Communities In Schools of Chesterfield County) and Chesterfield County PTAs from July 26 - September 12, 2010.
Posted on July 25, 2010
Join the Chesterfield County Chamber of Commerce for our August monthly luncheon on Wednesday, August 11. Congressman J. Randy Forbes will be our guest speaker. Congressman Forbes is a champion of the small business community and he always has great insight to offer with respect to what is happening in Congress.
Posted on July 11, 2010
The Chesterfield Extension Office invites you to be an exhibitor in the Arts and Crafts Building at the Chesterfield County Fair. The fair will be held Friday, Aug. 27 through Saturday, Sept. 4. All exhibitors are required to deliver exhibits on Thursday, Aug. 26 from 3 - 8 p.m. to the Arts and Crafts Building. Read more at The Midlothian Exchange >>
