Five primaries in Dumfries and Galloway will stay shut in 2026/27 as pupil numbers fall across the region.
It will provide back-up supplies for the Lanark and Galloway hydro schemes which date back decades.
What do residents of south-west Scotland think of the expanding 20mph zones across the area?
The local authority in Dumfries and Galloway is responsible for a large number of "ageing assets".
Nancy Hill, 81, from Kirkcudbright, was reported missing on Monday night after her silver Citroen Picasso was discovered at Dhoon beach.
Saltire City FC - from Shettleston - will do battle with sides from Dumfries and Galloway next season.
Arthur Smith from Castle Douglas combined his rugby exploits with academic and business success.
The South of Scotland League - dating back to 1892 - wants to avoid numbers falling to single figures.
BBC Scotland speaks to people involved in the book community in south west Scotland.
