Here are some of the top headlines from other news outlets around Southwest and Southside:
Politics:
Federal appeals court won’t re-hear decision to reject Mountain Valley Pipeline, means project has “slipped further into doubt.” – The Roanoke Times.
Giles County lawsuit over foster girl who had to spend four days in hospital under policy custody highlights stakes in state budget negotiations. — Richmond Times-Dispatch.
16 apply for vacant seat on Roanoke City Council. — The Roanoke Times.
Campbell County rolls out electric buses. — Lynchburg News and Advance.
Henry County zoning board denies special permits for “skill game” operators. — Martinsville Bulletin and Henry County Enterprise.
Pittsylvania crackdown on skill games prompted by illegal operations. — Chatham Star-Tribune.
Economy:
Assistant town manager wants to increase business in Chatham. — Chatham Star-Tribune.
Iconic Salem business, Brooks-Byrd Pharmacy, closing. — The Roanoke Times.
Telehealth service may soon extend to Woolwine area. — The Enterprise (Patrick County)
Ukraine:
Ukrainian-American families in Roanoke region reach out to families back home. — The Roanoke Times.
UVA Wise students organize walkathon to raise money for refugees. — Kingsport Times-News.
Covid:
Covid case numbers are lowest in a year. — Bristol Herald Courier.
Lee, Dickenson and Wise counties now in medium category, according to CDC; others in low category. — WCYB-TV.
Culture:
Fiddlers sought for competition June 17-18 at Washington County Fairgrounds. — Bristol Herald Courier.
Lynchburg officials celebrate park improvements. — Lynchburg News and Advance and WSET-TV.
Patrick County tourism office partners with group to promote trail system. — The Enterprise (Patrick County)