Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger speaks to supporters on Election Day. Photo by Dan Currier.

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

Politics:

How a chance meeting led to an unlikely friendship for Virginia’s next governor. — The Washington Post (paywall).

“This is war”: In texts, UVa board members plot with Youngkin, decry DEI. — The Washington Post (paywall).

Economy:

In statewide survey, employers say Virginia child care crisis negatively impacts businesses. — Virginia Mercury.

Environment:

Smith Mountain Lake seeing lowest levels in nearly a decade. — The Roanoke Times (paywall).

Weather:

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