Here are some of the top headlines from other news outlets around Southwest and Southside:
Economy:
Warner talks importance of $15 million for Roanoke-Blacksburg airport. — The Roanoke Times.
For Danville’s River District, business momentum surges. — Danville Register & Bee.
More homes coming to Bristol as market remains hot. — Bristol Herald Courier.
Christiansburg council approves public drone delivery zone. — The Roanoke Times.
New convenience store opening on Lynchburg’s Main Street on Monday. — The (Lynchburg) News & Advance.
DMV launches pay-per-mile program that could save some drivers money. — Virginia Mercury.
Politics:
Search for new Pittsylvania County administrator continues. — Danville Register & Bee.
Emails: Roanoke County librarians raised concerns about new media policy. — The Roanoke Times.
Health care:
New EmPATH behavioral health unit to be built soon at Centra. — The (Lynchburg) News & Advance.
Black lung benefit upgrades are sought. — The Coalfield Progress.
Environment:
Virginia Tech researching method to sniff out air toxins. — The Roanoke Times.
Education:
Upgrades needed to maintain Franklin County High School culinary program accreditation. — The Franklin News-Post.