Here’s a roundup of top headlines from other news outlets around Southwest and Southside:
Politics:
Roanoke spending more to crack down on homelessness. — The Roanoke Rambler.
Brewer, Sadler meet in first debate. — Windsor Weekly.
Economy:
Some Patrick County residents not sold on solar. — Martinsville Bulletin.
FAA visits Virginia Tech for drone testing. — WDBJ-TV and WSLS-TV.
Bristol Casino sees weakest month in table games revenue; casino attributes drop to greater winnings by players. — WJHL-TV.
Education:
Gov. Youngkin to speak at VMI graduation. — WSET-TV.
Health care:
56% of Virginia abortions in 2021 were performed via medication. — Virginia Mercury.
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Sports:
Roanoke’s Larry LaGrande, star of the Negro Leagues, dies at age 83. — The Roanoke Times.
Culture:
Salem Fair announces new safety rules. — The Roanoke Times.
Weather:
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