CHESAPEAKE, VA — The North Battlefield VA Clinic is celebrating six months since opening its state-of-the-art, 196,000-square-foot facility, marking a vital milestone for local veterans.

 

Opened on April 10, 2025, the clinic has already delivered essential healthcare, mental health services, and pharmacy support to more than 28,000 South Hampton Roads veterans.

 

Michael W. Harper, Associate Director for Operations, emphasized the facility’s commitment to delivering modern, convenient care tailored for the region’s veterans.

 

The clinic’s phased expansion brings additional specialty care and audiology, with enhanced services like radiology, telehealth, dental, and a full eye clinic expected by January 2026.

 

Rodney Mills praised staff collaboration for exceeding activation and staffing targets, ensuring readiness for continued growth.

 

Strategically located at 70 Knells Ridge Road, the clinic eliminates the burden of long commutes, providing vital health services closer to home.

Thanksgiving week will bring schedule changes for city offices, courts, libraries, and essential services.

 

All city offices and most facilities will be closed on Thursday, November 27, and Friday, November 28.

 

Circuit Court, DMV Select, and Animal Services will close both days, while public libraries and community centers re-open Saturday, November 29.

 

The Visitor Center opens for visitors on Friday and Saturday but remains closed on Thanksgiving Day and Sunday.

 

Court Services, including General District Court and Juvenile & Domestic Relations District Court, will operate only Wednesday morning, November 26, then close for the holiday.

 

No trash collection will occur Thursday.

 

Thursday pickups shift to Friday, and Friday pickups move to Saturday.

 

Residents should adjust their routines to accommodate these Thanksgiving holiday changes.