Headlines from across the state: Joint commission hears roadmaps for Virginia’s retail can

August 22, 2025

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

Politics:

Joint commission hears roadmaps for Virginia’s retail cannabis rollout. — Virginia Mercury.

Court affirms Youngkin’s selective approach to voting rights restoration. — Richmond Times-Dispatch (paywall).

Local:

Board of supervisors OK $10.3 million for Halifax County High School athletic complex. — The Gazette-Virginian (paywall).

County Line solar project goes back to Charlotte County Planning Commission. — The Charlotte Gazette (paywall).

Farmville looks to borrow $16 million. — The Farmville Herald (paywall).

Sports:

Bristol State Liners to return to Virginia, new stadium to be built. — WCYB-TV.

Weather:

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