Here are some of the top headlines from other news outlets around Virginia. Some content may be behind a metered paywall:
Politics:
South Boston names interim police chief following ouster of previous chief. — Halifax Gazette-Virginian and South Boston News & Record.
Education:
Gov. Youngkin to halt academic recovery program because federal funding has run out. — Richmond Times-Dispatch (paywall)
Environment:
Bald eagle found with gunshot wound in Wythe County, later dies. — The Roanoke Times (paywall).
Culture:
Tazewell to hold inaugural New Year’s Eve party and ball drop. — WVVA-TV.
Weather:
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