NEWS BRIEFS
Burglary suspect arrested
      County police have arrested a man wanted in connection with more than 15 countywide commercial burglaries and two vehicle thefts. Police believe the suspect may be responsible for similar crimes throughout the Richmond metro.
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Police offer tips for safe holiday shopping
      The Crime Prevention Section of the Chesterfield County Police Department would like to offer these safety tips for shopping smartly. By taking a few simple precautions, you can enjoy your shopping experience. • Always lock your car, even if you're leaving for only a short period of time. M...
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Vendors needed for county's Black History Month event
      Chesterfield County is seeking vendors to participate in the Arts, Education and Entertainment Family Festival on Sat., Feb. 16, in observance of Black History Month. The festival will be held from noon-5 p.m. at Cloverleaf Mall in the Hecht's building, 7201 Midlothian Tnpk.
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A sweet assignment
     Juliana Hicks and her six-year-old daughter, Kendall, build a gingerbread house at Robious Middle School last week.
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Chesterfield sues in dispute over vesting rights under Chesapeake Bay Act
By Greg Pearson STYAFF WRITER
      Chesterfield County filed suit last month against the state agency that reviews local government's compliance with the Chesapeake Bay Act over vesting rights for property that's already been zoned.
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DSCR, county police participate in joint training
By Tonya Johnson DSCR PUBLIC AFFAIRS
      Workplace violence has become an all too familiar scenario shown on television or read about in the newspaper. Defense Supply Center Richmond's (DSCR) police department and the Chesterfield County Police Department honed their skills on Nov. 30 during exercise Secure Logistics 2007. Officers simu...
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Volunteers needed for buffer planting
      The Chesterfield County Office of Water Quality, Friends of Chesterfield's Riverfront and Manchester High School are seeking volunteers to help plant trees as a buffer along Swift Creek, near Bailey Bridge Middle School and Manchester High School. Volunteers are needed Thurs., Dec.
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Corrections & Amplifications
      In a front page caption in the Dec. 5 issue, we erroneously reported that county revenue was shrinking. The caption should have read that county revenue growth is shrinking. The Chesterfield Observer regrets the error.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
Lowe's Soccer Complex is dedicated
      County officials last week dedicated the new Lowe's Soccer Complex, located at 2601 Weir Place behind the Lowe's store in Chester. Featured speakers included Bermuda Supervisor Dickie King, County Administrator Jay Stegmaier, Parks and Recreation Department Director Mike Golden and Jose Sanche...
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Virginia Dance Festival planned for Jan. 26
      The Ninth Annual Virginia Dance Festival to benefit the Children's Hospital Foundation of Richmond will be held at James River High School on Sat., Jan. 26 with shows at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults (ages 12 and up) and $8 for children (ages 3-11).
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Recent selected real estate sales in Chesterfield County
      Subdivision Name Property Address COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES COUNTRY COURTHOUSE GREEN 6304 GATESGREEN CRADDOCK CRESCENT CROOKED CREEK DEER DEERFIELD 9701 Subdivision Name Property Address DONEGAL 10101 N DONEGAL EAGLEWOOD
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Ladies Night promotes shopping with a purpose
     Connor's Heroes Foundation hosted Ladies Night at Stein Mart on Dec. 2 as a fundraiser for the organization, which helps ease the burden for families dealing with childhood cancer and supports research for a cure. The event included food and beverages from local restaurants, a silent auction, door p...
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