Former Gov. Douglas Wilder shakes hands at the gala.
Former Gov. Douglas Wilder shakes hands at the “National Ovation to L. Douglas Wilder” black-tie gala. Courtesy of Virginia Commonwealth University.

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

Education:

Wilder sues VCU president over “hostile workplace” investigation. — Richmond Times-Dispatch (paywall).

Despite federal investigations, GMU president will remain in role, receive pay boost. — Virginia Mercury.

Local:

Study will assess Roanoke County’s housing needs and how to address them. — The Roanoke Times (paywall).

City of Lynchburg spent nearly $150K defending suit against Councilman Misjuns. — WSET-TV.

Culture:

National D-Day Memorial to host free admission event Aug. 9. — The (Lynchburg) News & Advance (paywall).

Weather:

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