Here are some of the top headlines from other news outlets around Southwest and Southside:
Politics:
Judge dismisses lawsuit over election date; General Assembly elections set for next year. — Richmond Times-Dispatch and Virginia Mercury.
Franklin County supervisors to meet to discuss filling seat left vacant by death of Supervisor Leland Mitchell. — The Roanoke Times.
Roanoke to apply for $20 million-plus revamp of Williamson Road. — The Roanoke Times.
Chatham mayor named to Tobacco Commission. — Danville Register and Bee.
Study says Virginia Medicaid expansion increased financial security for enrollees. — Virginia Mercury.
Group of residents want Russell County supervisors to declare county a pro-life sanctuary. — WCYB-TV.
Education:
CDL training at Virginia Highlands Community College is growing. — WCYB-TV.