Power lines in Northern Virginia crisscross against the blue sky
Northern Virginia has seen an increased need for power lines, which carry energy for the expanding data center industry. Photo by Grace Mamon

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

Economy:

Loudoun County neighbors fight proposed Dominion transmission lines for Data Center Alley. — Virginia Mercury.

Temporary Norfolk casino to open in November. — Virginia Business (paywall).

Education:

Former Virginia schools superintendent Coons in running for Michigan, Nevada posts. — Richmond Times-Dispatch (paywall).

Politics:

Earle-Sears declines invite for People’s Debate at VSU. — Virginia Scope.

Crime:

Suspect charged with attempted murder of officer after firing gun, injuring three in Pittsylvania. — WSET-TV.

Weather:

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