Flat water at Smith Mountain Lake
Smith Mountain Lake. Photo by Mark D. Robertson.

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

Environment:

In 40th year, water quality program still crucial as ever at Smith Mountain Lake. — The Roanoke Times (paywall).

After Ashland dam removal, freshwater mussel species reintroduced to South Anna River. — Virginia Mercury.

Economy:

Virginia’s medical marijuana market consolidates. — Virginia Business (paywall).

Wind farm project in Botetourt County nears the end of a long road. — The Roanoke Times (paywall).

Politics:

Campbell County board asks commonwealth’s attorney not to enforce new gun laws. — The (Lynchburg) News & Advance (paywall).

Culture:

One of the rarest copies of the Declaration of Independence is coming to Richmond. The Richmonder.

Weather:

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