Here are some of the top headlines from other news outlets around Southwest and Southside:
Public safety:
Botetourt Circuit Court staff move out ahead of courthouse’s demolition. — The Roanoke Times.
Cessna crashes in Nelson County after F-16 jets scramble to intercept plane, causing sonic boom in D.C. — The Washington Post and Staunton News Leader.
Franklin County officer charged in child sex abuse case has resigned, sheriff’s office says. — The Roanoke Times.
Economy:
$2.2 billion and counting: Dominion readies its grid for renewable energy. — Richmond Times-Dispatch.
Charging stations installed in uptown Martinsville. — Martinsville Bulletin.
Danville to consider updating tax code to clarify Airbnb revenue origins. — Danville Register & Bee.
Politics:
Virginia’s Guard deployment to Texas to cost $3.1 million for 30 days. — Richmond Times-Dispatch.
Culture:
Generations travel to Roanoke to admire 611 locomotive, blow the whistle. — WSLS-TV.
Weather:
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