Here are some of the top headlines from other news outlets around Southwest and Southside:
Politics:
Roanoke County planners recommend controversial hotel and town home project. — The Roanoke Times.
FERC approves stabablization plan for Mountain Valley Pipeline. — The Roanoke Times.
Lynchburg School Board rejects collective bargaining request. — Lynchburg News and Advance.
Pittsylvania County planners recommend rezoning for luxury RV sites. — Danville Register and Bee.
Mecklenburg Electric Cooperative general counsel elected chair of Virginia Air Board. — South Hill Enterprise.
Economy:
Floyd tourism numbers surpass expectations. — WDBJ-TV.
Culture:
Twin Valley High School in Buchanan County suspends football season after one game; not enough players. — Bristol Herald Courier.
Danville Museum has new interim director. — Chatham Star Tribune.