the lynchburg skyline
The city of Lynchburg. Photo by Rachel Mahoney.

Here are some of the top headlines from other news outlets around Virginia. Some content may be behind a metered paywall:

Politics:

Lynchburg City Council race rocked by ballot handling claims and unlocked drop box. — WSET-TV.

Trump to hold rally in Virginia with Youngkin day after CNN debate. — Richmond Times Dispatch (paywall).

New state website allows public to track more than 100,000 permits. — Richmond Times Dispatch (paywall).

Amherst County fiscal ’25 budget proposes 15.5 new positions, 3% pay raise. — The (Lynchburg) News & Advance (paywall).

Health:

Virginia Dept. of Health plans to test small, disadvantaged communities for PFAS. — Virginia Mercury.

Economy:

Monday Washington County solar meeting includes public hearing. — Bristol Herald Courier (paywall).

Sports:

Inside the Lakers’ decision to hire JJ Redick and how he shapes their future. The Athletic (paywall).

Weather:

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