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    Griffith Announces $100,000 to Washington County for Mendota and Creeper Trails Broadband Project

    The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) has awarded $100,000 to Washington County for the Mendota and Creeper Trails Broadband Project. The project aims to deliver broadband infrastructure along the trails, benefiting the local community. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) expressed his satisfaction with the decision, stating, "I am pleased that ARC decided to help expand broadband in Washington County. The County has made it a mission to expand coverage to the unserved and under-served areas of the Virginia Creeper and Mendota trails. This $100,000 grant from ARC to help...

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    Griffith Announces Start of 2024 Congressional Art Competition in the Ninth District

    Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) has officially kicked off the 2024 Congressional Art Competition in the Ninth District, inviting high school students to showcase their artistic talents. In a statement, Griffith highlighted the significance of the competition, stating, “Each year, the U.S. House of Representatives sponsors the Congressional Art Competition for high school students. It’s a great opportunity to see the artistic talents of Southwest Virginia students, one of whom will have the chance to have his or her work displayed in the Capitol."Last year's winner,...

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    Griffith to Hold In-Person Service Academy Day on April 13 in Dublin, VA

    Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) has announced that he will be hosting the 2024 Service Academy Day event on Saturday, April 13, from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm at the Richardson Auditorium, Rooker Hall, New River Community College in Dublin, VA. The event aims to provide information to high school students interested in pursuing opportunities in the U.S. Service Academies and other military programs.Griffith expressed his enthusiasm for the upcoming event, stating, “For those high school students interested in serving their country, the U.S. Service Academies offer a way to...

  • Local Government

    Griffith Announces $700,000 to Lee County for Waterline Replacement Project

    Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) announced today that the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) has allocated $700,000 to Lee County for the St. Charles Monarch Waterline Replacement Project. The initiative aims to replace 9,970 linear feet of waterline, along with the installation of 4 gate valves and 1 fire hydrant, ultimately benefitting 38 households in St. Charles.In a statement regarding the grant, Congressman Griffith emphasized the importance of the project, stating, "Water service plays a critical role in promoting public health and increasing quality of life....

  • Local Government

    Griffith Announces $300,000 Grant for Southwest Virginia's Outdoor Recreation Plans

    Feb 29 2024Today, the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) has allocated $300,000 to the Friends of Southwest Virginia to support their Gateways to the Southwest Virginia: Outdoor Economy Recreation Plans. This funding will aid in finalizing the strategic planning for outdoor recreation across most of the Southwest Virginia region.In response to this allocation, Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) expressed his enthusiasm, stating, "This $300,000 grant from ARC to help complete outdoor recreation strategic planning is great news. People of all ages can benefit from...

  • Local Government

    Griffith Announces $700,000 to Town of Stuart for Downtown Revitalization Project

    The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) has allocated $700,000 to the Town of Stuart for its Downtown Revitalization Project. The funding will support the construction of an expanded roof covering at the Stuart Farmers Market and a 3,200 square foot multi-property deck structure in Stuart’s historic business district.Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) expressed his enthusiasm for the grant, stating, "This $700,000 grant from ARC for Stuart’s downtown revitalization project is great news as the updates funded by this grant will not only make improvements at the town’s...

  • Local Government

    Griffith Announces $500,000 Grant for Dental Clinic Construction in Bland County

    Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) announced today that the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) has awarded $500,000 to the Bland Ministry Center and Dental Clinic for their Dental Clinic Construction Project. The fund is designated to support the construction of a 3,947 square feet facility that will house seven dental procedure rooms, a sterilization space, an area for x-rays, and a denture lab.In a statement regarding the grant, Congressman Griffith highlighted the positive impact of the funding, stating, "This $500,000 grant to help construct the new Bland Dental...

  • Local Government

    Griffith Announces $700,000 to Patrick County For Broadband Expansion Project

    U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) has announced that the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) has granted $700,000 to Patrick County, Virginia. The funding will be used for the West Piedmont Planning District Commission Universal Broadband Project, which aims to bring broadband services to unserved and underserved areas in Patrick County.The project will involve the installation of 101 miles of fiber, ensuring that broadband service is available at 3,424 locations throughout the county. Congressman Griffith expressed his enthusiasm for the project, stating, "The...

  • Local Government

    Griffith Announces $140,000 For Economic Development Planning in Cumberland Plateau and Lenowisco Planning Districts

    U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) has announced that the U.S. Department of Commerce's Economic Development Administration (EDA) has allocated two grants, each worth $70,000, for economic development planning in the Cumberland Plateau and Lenowisco Planning Districts. These grants aim to support private investment and job creation in these regions.Griffith expressed his enthusiasm about the grants, stating, "These two awards, totaling $140,000, will assist in economic development planning in the Cumberland Plateau and Lenowisco Planning Districts. I am excited to...

  • Local Government

    Griffith Announces $70,000 For Economic Development Planning in Mount Rogers Planning District

    U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) has revealed that the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) has granted $70,000 to the Mount Rogers Planning District Commission for economic development planning. The commission, headquartered in Marion, Virginia, will utilize this funding to drive private capital investment and job creation in the Mount Rogers Planning District.Griffith expressed his enthusiasm for the impact this federal funding will have on the area, stating, “This important federal funding will assist in economic development...

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