The view from Wintergreen Mountain toward Virginia 151. Photo by Megan Schnabel.

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

Politics:

Legislation to add emergency route connecting Wintergreen, Blue Ridge Parkway advances. โ€” Nelson County Times (paywall).

Muskโ€™s doubts about DOGE spotlight political risks for U.S. Rep. Jen Kiggans. โ€” Virginia Mercury.

Environment:

Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources proposes reducing protections for fish at water intakes. โ€” Virginia Mercury.

Local:

Blacksburg councilman found guilty of fraud charges. โ€” WDBJ-TV.

Jonathan Martin appointed to fill at-large seat on Henry County School Board. โ€” Martinsville Bulletin (paywall).

Roanoke weighs reparations fund as council warms to urban renewal apology. โ€” Roanoke Rambler (subscription).

Weather:

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