Here are some of the top headlines from other news sites around Southwest and Southside:
Politics:
Lt. Gov. Earle-Sears breaks from Donald Trump, says it’s time to move on. — Richmond Times-Dispatch and WSET-TV.
Danville to consider resolution reiterating position against collective bargaining for municipal employees. — Danville Register and Bee.
Judge removes Patrick County clerk from office following latest arrest. — Martinsville Bulletin.
Former Republican Gov. Jim Gilmore accuses Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Georgia, of ‘carrying the Russian message’ on aid to Ukraine. — Richmond Times-Dispatch.
Economy:
New low-income apartments slated for Lynchburg. — Lynchburg News and Advance.
Delta restores mainline service to Tri-Cities Airport. — WJHL-TV and Kingsport Times-News.
Education:
Virginia Department of Education issues $12 million for school security upgrades. — Richmond Times-Dispatch.
Environment:
Source of ‘forever chemical’ in Roanoke River traced to Elliston plant. — The Roanoke Times.
Culture:
New Conference USA media deal offers ‘unprecedented exposure’ for Liberty football. — Lynchburg News and Advance.
Start times announced for 2023 NASCAR races. — Martinsville Bulletin.
Lake Moomaw repairs underway. — The Recorder.