The month of October may be associated most often with ghouls, goblins and witches, but it's also a good time to focus on much less fearsome creatures, including man's best friend. It's National Adopt-A-Pet Month, which provides a fitting opportunity to re-examine the presence - or absence - of canines and felines in your own home. More...

Local businesses - predominately builders and developers - and some property owners prevailed over county staff, environmentalists and two large community associations last week as the Chesterfield Board of Supervisors passed the Upper Swift Creek Plan on a 4-1 vote. Clover Hill Supervisor Art Warren voted against the plan. More...