Here are some of the top headlines from other news outlets around Virginia. Some content may be behind a metered paywall:
Politics:
Supreme Court of Virginia rejects challenge to 2022 narrowing of sentencing reforms. — Virginia Mercury.
Virginia’s “Lost Cause” symbols sought to glorify and rewrite Confederate stories. — Richmond Times-Dispatch (paywall).
Farmville Town Council makes decision on ICE contract. — The Farmville Herald.
Economy:
Halifax delays action on solar ordinance. — (South Boston) News & Record.
Culture:
South Boston, Halifax donate $6,000 to Henrietta Lacks statue. — (South Boston) News & Record.
Tribute honors enslaved people at Patrick Henry’s Red Hill. — The Charlotte Gazette.
St. Andrew’s Catholic Church in Roanoke elevated to “minor basilica” status by Pope Francis. — WSET-TV.
Weather:
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