Here are some of the top headlines from other news outlets around Southwest and Southside. Some content may be behind a metered paywall:
Economy:
Bristol Casino moves forward with $110 million construction project. — Kingsport Times News.
Roanoke considers changing zoning ordinances to remove affordable housing barriers. — WDBJ-TV.
Mecklenburg planners reject dual-use agrisolar projects. — Mecklenburg Sun.
VDOT sets hearing for Interstate 81 widening project in Roanoke Valley. — The Roanoke Times (paywall).
Fed Fifth District economy grows slightly. — Virginia Business (paywall).
Sports:
“Really cool” outing with Salem Red Sox for Lord Botetourt grad Zack Kelly. — The Roanoke Times (paywall).
Weather:
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