Here are some of the top headlines from other news outlets around Southwest and Southside:
Courts:
Roanoke lawyer appointed federal magistrate judge. — The Roanoke Times.
Politics:
Warner says first responders need more support. — Richmond Times-Dispatch.
Botetourt County supervisor charged after incident with critic. — The Roanoke Times.
Health care:
City of Roanoke announces discount program for non-covered prescriptions. — The Roanoke Times.
Education:
Virginia eyes soaring college counseling demand as an answer to workforce shortages. — Virginia Mercury.
Politics:
Soil and water board asks for loosening of campaign finance rules for local directors. — Virginia Mercury.
Economy:
Richmond approves 7,500-person amphitheater along the James River. — Richmond Times-Dispatch.
Virginia airports get federal funds for improvement. — WDBJ-TV.
Weather:
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