Here are some of the top headlines from other news outlets around Virginia. Some content may be behind a metered paywall:
Politics:
Virginia SNAP soda restrictions begin Sunday, but some sugary drinks remain eligible — WWBT-TV
Roanoke County supervisors delay vote on South Peak apartment complex — The Roanoke Times (paywall)
Sen. Locke calls for raising taxes on Virginians making $1 million or more. — Richmond Times-Dispatch (paywall)
Bedford County sheriff urges strict regulation of cannabis stores. — WSET-TV
Wittman’s ties to defense industry draw scrutiny as he seeks Armed Services Committee gavel. — Virginia Mercury
Economy:
Appalachian Regional Commission awards Lee County $1 million for housing. — WJHL-TV
Public safety:
Virginia Beach to establish animal cruelty registry. — (Norfolk) Virginian-Pilot (paywall)
Gretna man found guilty of threatening Altavista mayor. — WDBJ-TV
Weather:
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