Chesterfield County has launched a new, mobile-friendly ExperienceChesterfield.com, enabling users to easily plan their next local adventure while on the go. The new Experience Chesterfield website offers themed, three-day itineraries as well as a comprehensive listing of seasonal activities. This summer, for instance, take in free concerts at centrally located Pocahontas State Park, sit in on a discussion with a New York Times bestselling author at North Courthouse Road Library, see a hidden island during a paddling trip on the James River, or sign up for a guided tour of Eppington Plantation.
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Coxendale Road to be reconstructed, closing and delays are expected Contractors will be working on Coxendale Road reconstruction during the day from June 29 to approximately July 20. There will be some delays as the road is reduced to a single lane. Nighttime work on the roadway will begin July 5. During the period from 8 p.m. to 7 a.m., the road will be completely closed. No traffic allowed. Please note from July 5 – 20: The Dutch Gap Conservation Area will close at 7 p.m. The Dutch Gap Boat Landing will close from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. The…
Effective July 1, Central Virginia Waste Management Authority has greatly expanded the types of plastic bottles and containers it accepts in its Residential Recycling (curbside) and Drop-off Recycling programs in Chesterfield County. Accepted items for recycling will now include plastic containers No. 1-No. 7 (see container bottom), bottles and containers, caps and lids (free of all food and residue), waxy cartons such as milk and juice, juice boxes, and containers for egg substitutes. No plastic bags, Styrofoam or food-contaminated pizza boxes will be accepted. For more details, visit http://www.cvwma.com.
The Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia (CHSV) in partnership with Chesterfield County Department of Parks and Recreation will offer four camps this summer. Diggin’ in History Beginner Archaeology Camp is designed for children ages eight through 12. The children will learn how to search for clues from the past. Hands-on activities include site surveys, excavations, and artifact repair. A field trip to the Prince George Heritage Museum is included. The date for this camp is August 8-12. Time is 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. Cost is $100/camper. Prepaid registration is required. Junior Archaeology Summer Camp, for children ages 11 through…
It is teeming with life. Green, topped with splashes of orange and yellow that belong to the bees. Gardeners will appreciate what Chester United Methodist Church members have done with their community garden. A mission project, the garden provides parishioners with some vegetables, but most of the fruit of their labor is distributed to those in need. The Methodist Church distributes the vegetables at Broadwater Apartments, A Place of Miracles Cafe, and last month at the opening gathering of the Little Libraries volunteers. But the vegetables are not free. “We [sell] the vegetables, [it’s]for a nominal cost, $1 per large…
Employment in Chesterfield County last year grew by 6 percent. The increase for the entire United States was 1.9 percent for the same period. The details behind the 6 percent increase are impressive. During his last Board of Supervisors meeting before retiring, Chesterfield County Administrator J.L. “Jay” Stegmaier highlighted the record breaking growth in employment and business establishments in Chesterfield during last year. Mr. Stegmaier reported on the release of data by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics ranking Chesterfield as the county with the fourth-fastest growth in employment in the country during this time period. During the 2014-2015 period,…
A second neighborhood meeting has been scheduled on July 13 at 6:00 p.m. at the Central Library located at 9501 Lori Road to discuss as zoning case that would change its current Office use to Neighborhood Business. The applicant will be mailing adjacent land owners and interested parties from the previous meeting and public hearing to inform them about this meeting as well. The request is being made to allow Ironbridge Road Properties LLC to rezone 0.7 acres located at the southeast corner of Iron Bridge Road and West Booker Boulevard from Corporate Office (O-2) to Neighborhood Business (C-2) plus conditional use planned development…
The popular swimming hole right off U.S. Route One between Richmond and Petersburg, was the most refreshing refuge from humidity and sweltering dog days west of Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. It was a mecca for locals seeking a few hours of blessed relief and a major vacation destination for tourists from throughout the state. Folks were drawn by its enormous sand beach, water slides, the high diving board where giggling girls congregated to watch the boys show off, and the adjacent dance hall that filled the evening air with Big Band melodies. Everyone entering the bath house received…
JULY 6 CHESTER CHOICES BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP – 10:30 a.m. until Noon. “Mercy Snow” by Tiffany Baker will be discussed. No registration required. CHESTERFIELD FARMERS MARKET – 3 p.m. until 6 p.m. Chesterfield County Complex JULY 8 THE EMBERS FEATURING CRAIG WOOLARD IN CONCERT – 7 p.m. until 10 p.m. Pocahontas State Park Amphitheater, 10301 State Park Rd. Gates open at 6 p.m. Bring a good pair of dancing shoes and a chair. Concessions available. Free admission, vehicle charge for parking. Details: 748-1992 or [email protected] BLUEGRASS JAM SESSION – 7 p.m. until 9:30 p.m. Brighter Living Assisted Living in partnership…
The Chesterfield County Department of Youth Planning and Development is seeking adults to serve on the Youth Services Citizen Board for the 2016-17 year. The board is composed of two adults from each magisterial district. Board members attend monthly meetings and help plan programs throughout the year. They serve a three-year term and can reapply for a second term. The board calendar year runs from Sept. 2016 through June 2017. The following positions are available: Bermuda District, two adults; Clover Hill District, one adult; Matoaca District, two adults; andMidlothian District, two adults. To download an application, visit www.chesterfield.gov/YSCB. Mail completed…