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Chester, Virginia Patch AM: a 3 min read

Cheers Chester! We’re back, helping you stay up to date with what’s happening. Let's take on the day together! ☀️

Coming up on the calendar:

  • Purcellville Music and Arts Festival
  • Open House Weekend at Sadler Square in Glen Allen | Tour 3 Model Homes at 11460 Sligo Drive, Glen Allen, VA 23060
  • Sips & Scams: Uncorking the Truth About Fraud at James River Cellars Winery

... and check out 8 more events on the calendar!

Today's riddle: What is the difference between a nicely dressed man on a tricycle and a poorly dressed man on a bicycle? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Rather cloudy and very warm, with a high of 84 and low of 54 degrees.
  • Sunday: Rain and drizzle in the a.m., temps: high: 60, low: 44.
  • Monday: Sunshine and a few clouds, with a high of 68 and low of 45 degrees.

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Please share & repost to help reunite this stray cat!
    FOUND on April 24, 2026 in Chesterfield County, VA 23832 near Sus Dr & Newbys Bridge Sharing for a neighbor. For the latest information or to… (Nextdoor Ashton Creek)
  • American Idol alum kicks off Pocahontas State Park 2026 music series 🎵🎸🎶 See lineup 👀 2 of 6 #concerts free 👈 #progressindex #pocahontasstatepark #carriebrockwell
    https://www.progress-index.com/story/entertainment/music/2026/04/24/pocahontas-state-park-concert-series-lineup-2026/89748031007/ (Nextdoor Rivers Bend Too)
  • Dollar Tree Family Dollar - Dollar Tree, Inc. posted a job opening for Assistant Manager I in Chester. Apply here.
  • Burlington Coat Factory posted a job opening for Retail Stocking Associate - Part Time in Colonial Heights. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Chester here.

🗞 Nearby News

Colonial Heights

  • SIGN: Justice for Abandoned Puppies Covered in Urine & Feces in Sealed Container (ladyfreethinker.org)

Hopewell

  • 8News speaks with Nelson Brothers ahead of performance at Hopewell's Beacon Theatre (wric.com)
  • Recovery advocates offer message of hope to those struggling with alcohol (wric.com)
  • Iconic Swift Creek Mill Theatre pausing operations after 60 years (progress-index.com)

Petersburg

  • Petersburg's state senator is new vice chair of Senate Democratic Caucus (progress-index.com)

Ok Chester! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A tire. (Thank you Joan B. for sending it in!)
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