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Kids are getting buzzed at school
(And we're not talking about bees or haircuts)
Water bottles are a common sight at county schools, as students use them to stay hydrated throughout the day. But some students are taking it a step further, using the bottles to get sloshed at school with a clear cocktail of vodka and water. More...
County chamber opposes stricter standard for phosphorous
By Greg Pearson STAFF WRITER

The Chesterfield County Chamber of Commerce's board of directors has voted unanimously against lowering the amount of phosphorous runoff to .16 pounds per acre per year from new development in the Upper Swift Creek Plan (USCP) area. The board of supervisors will hold a public hearing on lowering the limit next week. More...

Chesterfield's gorgeous grandmas
By Julia Torres Barden CONTRIBUTING WRITER

It's during these days of stresse dout family life that those with a loving grandmother around feel extra lucky to have her. More...

 News
• article has image Commission recommends levels of service countywide
The Chesterfield Planning Commission last week unanimously recommended the board of supervisors approve levels of service (LOS) countywide for schools. The recommendation mirrors similar LOS approved last month for schools located in the Upper Swift Creek Plan (USCP) area covering the western Route 360 corridor. More...
• article has image FIRE & EMS WATCH
• Greater Richmond photo contest
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 Family
• Program about Medicare subsidy scheduled
The Chesterfield Council on Aging will present a program about a Medicare subsidy for people on limited incomes on Thursday, July 24, at 9:30 a.m., in the multipurpose room at Lucy Corr Village, located at 6800 Lucy Corr Blvd. More...
• Register for fall classes at John Tyler Community College
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 Crime Watch
• Intruders chase victim for valuables
CRIME WATCH
Imagine you're sitting in your living room when two people you don't know suddenly appear outside your apartment's sliding-glass door. One of them is holding a gun. Next thing you know, they've shattered the glass and walked right into your home. More...
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 Loose Ends
• article has image Best intentions
Loose Ends
I don't make New Year's resolutions - at least I never tell anyone if I do. But to find out my good intentions, all I have to do is look on my desk. I am in the process of cleaning it - basically sorting papers. Most of them end up in my "to do" pile. More...
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 Opinions
• Board should declare conflict of interest
Dear Editor, Mr. [Bob] Herndon is absolutely correct in his July 2 discourse concerning Virginia code as it pertains to the financial interest disclosure requirements of elected Chesterfield officials. More...
• Phosphorous restrictions could ruin county
• Citizens appreciate Upper Swift Creek Plan
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 Calendar
• article has image Calendar
Thurs., July 24 Western Chesterfield Business Alliance July Summer Social, 5-7 p.m., Capital Ale House, 13831 Village Place Drive. Enjoy networking, pool tables and beverages from Capital Ale House. Door prizes and light appetizers will be provided. Members and guests are welcome. More...
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 Sports
• article has image Building a championship team begins in off-season
To comply with Virginia High School League rules, high school football coaches are prohibited from instituting mandatory participation in off-season conditioning programs. It doesn't fool the players, who are savvy enough to know exactly what the word "voluntary" means. More...
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