Here are some of the top headlines from other news outlets around Virginia. Some content may be behind a metered paywall:
Economy:
Roanoke selected for new Norfolk Southern safety program. — The Roanoke Times (paywall).
Dominion offshore wind farm earns final federal approvals. — Virginia Business (paywall).
Brewery third downtown Bristol business to close since November. — Bristol Herald Courier (paywall).
Politics:
Virginia House panel scuttles plan for cruise ship casinos in state waters. — Virginia Mercury.
Pro-gun groups, residents sue Roanoke city over law banning firearms on public properties. — Roanoke Rambler.
Culture:
Mysterious departures from Monticello cast doubt on its “future direction.” — The (Charlottesville) Daily Progress (paywall).
Health care:
Suzanne Youngkin starts fentanyl awareness campaign in Roanoke. — The Roanoke Times (paywall).
Courts and crime:
The case of the missing judge: Onzlee Ware has been absent since a woman alleged he traded legal aid for sex. — Roanoke Rambler.
Weather:
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