Chesterfield Behind the Mic

On the latest episode of  Chesterfield Behind the Mic , we do our annual drop in on the ongoing high school football season and see where things stand for the area's teams at the midway point.    Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Grap...

On the latest episode of  Chesterfield Behind the Mic , we talk to Deborah Dugger and Joeleathia Wilson about CARP's Court Navigator program, which recently took home the prestigious Best Large County Achievement Award from the Virginia Association of Counties (VACo). We discuss the program, what drove its design, the way it fits into the overall mission of CARP, and much more.   Credits: Director...

On the latest episode of  Chesterfield Behind the Mic , we talk to inaugural Chesterfield Sports Hall of Famer Ken Oxendine about growing up in this community and, following a great playing career at Virginia Tech and in the NFL, returning home to give back to the place that raised him.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Directo...

On the latest episode of  Chesterfield Behind the Mic , we talk to Melissa Ackley from Mental Health Support Services' Prevention Services to discuss Suicide Prevention Month and the links between addiction and suicide.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin...

On the latest episode of  Chesterfield Behind the Mic , we get you ready for another high school football season around the county by touching base on all 10 schools and discuss the different storylines that are facing the various teams this fall.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Prod...

On the latest episode of  Chesterfield Behind the Mic , we talk to Dr. Bill Fiege, president of Brightpoint Community College, about recent changes at the school, its view of its place in the community, how circumstances have changed things for those looking at higher education, and what Brightpoint has to offer on a number of fronts.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bo...

On the latest episode of  Chesterfield Behind the Mic , we talk to Hunter Leemon of Sportable to talk about the organization, the work it does in the community, the way it views accessibility and how that impacts the lives of many in Chesterfield.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Prod...

On the latest episode of  Chesterfield Behind the Mic , we talk to Caroline Neal of Worthdays about the work the organization does, how it came to be, and what it's like to make special occasions all the brighter for those in foster care.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Came...

On the latest episode of  Chesterfield Behind the Mic , we talk Sheriff Karl Leonard about his trip earlier this year to an international symposium in Rwanda, what he feels like Chesterfield and the HARP program brought to the event, and some of the lessons he took away from it as he retuned even more invigorated than before.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Pro...

On the latest episode of  Chesterfield Behind the Mic , we talk to several members of the county's Constituent and Media Services Department about bringing home Chesterfield's first-ever PRSA Award. We discuss the 2025 Commonwealth Award Winner for Multicultural Public Relations for Chesterfield Café con la Comunidad, what all went into creating the event, and how significant it is to win.   Credi...

On the latest episode of  Chesterfield Behind the Mic , we talk to Nate Wise with SOAR365 about the important work the organization does, how its programming differs between children and adults, the long history of summer camps they've offered at Camp Baker in Chesterfield, and how folks can get involved or even volunteer to help those who need these types of services.   Credits: Director: Martin...

On the latest episode of  Chesterfield Behind the Mic , we talk to Nate Clark with Pocahontas State Park to break down all it has to offer not only to local residents but those in the region, state, and beyond, be it aquatic programs and overnight facilities to trails, educational and summer programming, and other recreational uses like boating and fishing.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Execut...

On the latest episode of  Chesterfield Behind the Mic , we talk to Jim Holland of the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors to talk about the last year on the board, some of the big items facing the county in 2025, and a number of updates on projects in the Dale District.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photogr...

On the latest episode of  Chesterfield Behind the Mic , we talk to Executive Director Kelly Fried about the Community Services Board (CSB), the many services it provides to county residents, and how the various pieces of the organization come together to support those in need of these services here in Chesterfield.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Write...

On the latest episode of  Chesterfield Behind the Mic , we talk to Kevin Carroll of the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors to talk about the last year on the board, some of the big items facing the county in 2025, and a number of updates on projects in the Matoaca District.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Ph...

On the latest episode of  Chesterfield Behind the Mic , we talk to Jennifer Patterson of Human Services to talk about her role as the opioid abatement authority (OAA) administrator for the county and how a new campaign called Reigniting Hope seeks to reach those battling substance use and offer potential solutions on a path forward.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Boni...

On the latest episode of  Chesterfield Behind the Mic , we talk to Capt. Graham Lathrop and Lt. Justin Bennett from Chesterfield Fire and EMS about their experiences with VAHART taking part in rescue missions in southwest Virginia following Hurricane Helene.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt...

On the latest episode of  Chesterfield Behind the Mic , we talk to Lynne Wingfield about C-Fit Community to discuss not only the group's mission and how she came to be involved but also to preview this weekend's third-annual Earth Day Festival at the Fairgrounds, which runs from noon to 4 p.m.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin...

On the latest episode of  Chesterfield Behind the Mic , we talk to Jessica Schneider of the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors to talk about her first year on the board, some of the big items facing the county in 2025, and a number of updates on projects in the Clover Hill District.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Direc...

On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic , Deputy County Administrator Matt Harris and Budget Director Gerard Durkin go in depth on the proposed FY2026 county budget, what is included, the methods by which Chesterfield made the decision to propose changes to the tax rate, and much more.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Fran...

On the latest episode of  Chesterfield Behind the Mic , we focus on the county's "History Happened Here" campaign, first talking with SV&E director J.C. Poma about its origin and then with local history aficionados John Pagano and Bryan Truzzie of Henricus and Parks and Recreation, respectively, about the kinds of notable things that happened in Chesterfield.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Exec...

On the latest episode of  Chesterfield Behind the Mic , we talk to Dr. Mark Miller of the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors to talk about his tenure as vice chair, some of the big items facing the county in 2025, and a number of updates on projects in the Midlothian District.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of...

On the latest episode of  Chesterfield Behind the Mic , we talk to Jim Ingle of the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors to talk about his first tenure as chair, some of the big items facing the county in 2025, and a number of updates on projects in the Bermuda District.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photogr...

On the latest episode of  Chesterfield Behind the Mic , we talk to Mary Martin Selby, director of human resources, about not only how she chose her career path but also how HR supports the organization's workforce, the way things have changed over the years, and what makes for a good employer.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin...

On the latest episode of  Chesterfield Behind the Mic , we talk to Susan Wilson, clerk to the Board of Supervisors, about all the meeting process, public participation, the best ways to access information before and after meetings, and the other ways citizens can connect with their local elected representatives.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/H...