Here are some of the top headlines from other news sites around Southwest and Southside:
Politics:
Former Rep. Tom Garrett speaks about life about politics; his work now in helping persecuted religious groups overseas. — Lynchburg News and Advance.
Lt. Gov. Earle-Sears campaigns for Republican council candidates in Roanoke. — WDBJ-TV.
Economy:
Groundbreaking for Hard Rock Casino in Bristol set for November. — Focus Gaming News.
Montgomery County home values continue to rise. — The Roanoke Times.
Why Danville isn’t sharing casino revenues with Pittsylvania County. — Danville Register and Bee.
Education:
School enrollment up in some places, down in others. — The Roanoke Times.
Health care:
Sovah Health-Danville receives chest pain center accreditation. — Danville Register and Bee.
COVID numbers look better in Dan River Region. — Danville Register and Bee.
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Culture:
Jazz event coming to Lynchburg. — Lynchburg News and Advance.
Lottery for elk hunt in Southwest draws 30,000 applicants. — Virginia Mercury.
Barter Theatre announces new season. — WJHL-TV.
Weather:
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