Here are some the top headlines from other news outlets around Southwest and Southside:

Politics:

Lynchburg city council candidates spar over schools, economy during town hall. — Lynchburg News and Advance.

Amherst planners back senior living development. — Lynchburg News and Advance.

Economy:

Nawab, pioneering Indian restuarant in downtown Roanoke, celebrates 25th anniversary. — The Roanoke Times.

Spotted lanternfly confirmed in Nelson County. — Lynchburg News and Advance. (Background: Why the spotted lanternfly is bad news for vineyards.)

Downtown Roanoke to extend ‘outdoor refreshment’ zone pilot. — The Roanoke Times. (Background: New ABC licenses allow localities to designated ‘outdoor refreshment’ zones.)

Bristol Casino gives update; has had visitors from 49 states. — Bristol Herald Courier.

Appalachian Power rates will rise after Supreme Court ruling. — Virginia Mercury.

When will Prince Edward and Cumberland residents get broadband? — Farmville Herald.

Education:

Sweet Briar president moves in with students. — Lynchburg News and Advance.

Montgomery County’s fix-it list raises school board’s attention. — Roanoke Times.

Culture:

New website and film honors Barbara Johns. — The Farmville Herald.

Amish safety committee moves forward; in response to growing Amish community and increased accidents between cars and buggies. — The Farmville Herald.