A "yes" sign in Botetourt County. Photo by Dwayne Yancey
A "yes" sign in Botetourt County. 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:

Politics:

A private call reveals Democrats’ desperation over tossing of Virginia map. — The New York Times (paywall).

Economy:

ABC still turning a profit for state despite declining sales. — Richmond Times-Dispatch (paywall).

Portsmouth commemorates halfway point of casino hotel construction. — The (Norfolk) Virginian-Pilot (paywall).

Healthcare:

Public health officials warn of rise in measles, as Virginia hantavirus patient under monitor. —Virginia Mercury.

Weather:

Drought forces Appalachian Power to release less water from Smith Mountain Project. — The Roanoke Times (paywall).

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