Here are some of the top headlines around Southwest and Southside:
Since virus hit, school enrollment has slipped 4% — Virginia Mercury.
Roanoke re-routes Thanksgiving Day run due to police officer shortage. — The Roanoke Times, WDBJ-TV, WSLS-TV
Carilion Clinic to require vaccines for staff. — The Roanoke Times, WDBJ-TV
New sexual assault lawsuit filed against Liberty University. — Lynchburg News & Advance.
Movie shot in Roanoke premieres on cable Saturday night. — The Roanoke Times.
Bristol council to discuss new school. — Bristol Herald Courier.
Bristol approves emergency repair of air pumps at landfill. — Bristol Herald Courier. Meanwhile, more than 400 requested air purifiers to combat emissions from landfill. — Bristol Herald Courier.
Incoming House Majority Leader Terry Kilgore, R-Scott County, discusses new role. — WCYB-TV.
Halifax County school superintendent to retire. — South Boston News & Record.
Bedford vice mayor to resign from council after 12 years. — Lynchburg News & Advance.
Danville Otterbots announce 2022 schedule. — Chatham Star-Tribune.