Here are some of the top headlines from other news outlets around Southwest and Southside:
Economy:
Sovah Health eliminates administrative positions in Danville and Martinsville. — Danville Register & Bee.
Crawford Road Solar returns for hearing, vote in Halifax. — (South Boston) News & Record.
Virginia banks don’t face same risks as failed institutions. — Richmond Times-Dispatch.
Pittsylvania County Board of Supervisors could increase restrictions on construction of solar panel farms. — WDBJ-TV.
Education:
Trees come down as site work kicks off for new Halifax County High School. — (South Boston) News & Record.
Virginia has rolled out its third version of history standards. Critics say problems remain. — Virginia Mercury.
Public safety:
Gov. Glenn Youngkin issues flag order in honor of fallen firefighter, Haysi vice mayor. — WSLS-TV.
Culture:
Giles County WWII vet, last surviving Maybrook Men brother, dies at age 97. — WSLS-TV.
Weather:
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