Here are some of the top headlines from other news outlets around Southwest and Southside:
Politics:
Drug court opens in Martinsville and Henry County. — Martinsville Bulletin.
Supervisor candidates in Franklin County speak at forum. — The Franklin News-Post.
Economy:
Halifax County receives proposal for 1,000-acre solar farm — South Boston News & Record.
Proposed solar project in town of Halifax moves forward. — South Boston News & Record.
Unnamed tenant signs on to help develop Danville’s White Mill project. — Danville Register and Bee.
Women’s clothing store Aerie opens at River Ridge Mall. — Lynchburg News and Advance and WSET-TV.
Education:
Implementation of Youngkin administration’s transgender policy pushed back 30 days. — Richmond Times-Dispatch.
Danville School Board candidates respond to questions. — Chatham Star Tribune.
Education summit kicks off at Radford University. — The Roanoke Times and WSLS-TV.
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Culture:
New trail center planned for High Bridge State Park. — The Farmville Herald.
Moneta Lions Club disbands. — Smith Mountain Eagle.
Giles County restaurant to be featured on America’s Best Restaurant. — WSLS-TV.
Weather:
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