Virginia Tech campus. Photo by Lisa Rowan.

Here are some of the top headlines from other news outlets around Southwest and Southside:

Education:

Virginia Tech bias policy upheld by appeals court. — The Roanoke Times.

VMI’s chief diversity officer resigns amid alumni war over DEI. — The Washington Post.

Environment:

New federal tailpipe rules would put stricter limits on Virginia’s heavy truck emissions. — Virginia Mercury.

Economy:

DMV-issued farm use tags required beginning July 1. — (South Boston) News & Record.

Weather:

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