Here are some of the top headlines from other news outlets around Virginia. Some content may be behind a metered paywall:
Public safety:
Virginia foresters battle wildfires amid dry conditions. — WCYB-TV.
Steve Simon named new fire and EMS chief of Salem. — The Roanoke Times (paywall).
Economy:
Chesterfield indoor farm operator Plenty Unlimited files for bankruptcy. — Richmond Times-Dispatch (paywall).
Local:
Amherst County budget keeps 3% pay raise, no health cost increases for employees. — The (Lynchburg) News & Advance (paywall).
Weather:
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