Interstate 81 near the Botetourt-Roanoke county line. Photo by Dwayne Yancey

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

Economy:

Bristol leaders support rail access to reduce tanker trucks on Interstate 81. — WJHL-TV.

Talking turkey: Virginia is nation’s sixth largest producer. — Virginia Business (paywall).

With tariffs looming, Virginia consumers ready to spend for holidays. — Richmond Times-Dispatch (paywall).

Floyd County farm embraces sustainable practices for raising turkeys. — The Roanoke Times (paywall).

Exotic animal facility eyed in Halifax County. — News & Record.

Health:

Hundreds of animals have tested positive for rabies in Virginia this year. How does it affect humans? — Virginia Mercury.

Public safety:

Dissolution of Read Mountain Fire Department finalized. — WDBJ-TV.

Weather:

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