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Griffith Cosponsors Bill to Pay Correctional Officers Fairly

By SW Virginia News | Oct 6, 2023

Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) has joined as a cosponsor of H.R.3199, the Pay Our Correctional Officers Fairly Act. The bill aims to address the issue of lower pay for correctional officers compared to other Bureau of Prisons employees within a 200-mile radius.In a statement, Congressman Griffith expressed his support for the bill after hearing from the hardworking men and women at U.S. Penitentiary, Lee. He said, "It makes imminent sense to sign on as a cosponsor of this bill. Not only should USP Lee employees receive fair pay for their work, but increasing pay will...

Roanoke County Police Department Receives Funding for Safety Equipment

By SW Virginia News | Oct 5, 2023

The Roanoke County Police Department in Virginia has been awarded $28,181 by the U.S. Department of Justice’s Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) to enhance safety measures for both police personnel and the citizens of Roanoke County. This funding, provided through BJA’s fiscal year 2023 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program, will facilitate the purchase of essential safety equipment for the department.Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) expressed his support for the funding, stating, "This funding by the Bureau of Justice Assistance will...

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By SW Virginia News | Sep 30, 2023

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Appalachian Regional Commission Awards $700,000 to Buchanan County for Hurley Waterline Extension Project

By SW Virginia News | Sep 29, 2023

The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) has granted $700,000 to the Buchanan County Board of Supervisors for the Hurley Waterline Extension Project. This funding, which marks the final phase of the 12-phase project, aims to enhance water access for 97 households. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) expressed his satisfaction with the allocation, stating:“I am pleased that these funds from the Appalachian Regional Commission will help guarantee safe, drinkable water for Buchanan County residents. This important project will improve water access for 97 households...

Piedmont Regional Community Services Board Receives $1 Million Grant to Expand Adult Drug Court

By SW Virginia News | Sep 29, 2023

The Piedmont Regional Community Services Board, which serves the counties of Franklin, Patrick, and Henry, and the City of Martinsville, has been awarded a $1 million grant from the U.S. Department of Justice's Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA). The funding is aimed at enhancing the board's adult drug court and increasing its capacity to serve more individuals battling addiction.Through the BJA's fiscal year 2023 Adult Treatment Court Site-Based program, the grant will enable the Piedmont Regional Community Services Board to expand its drug court and assist an...

People Incorporated of Virginia Awarded $217,482 Grant for Affordable Housing and Supportive Services

By SW Virginia News | Sep 28, 2023

Abingdon, VA - The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced a grant of $217,482 to People Incorporated of Virginia, a nonprofit organization that serves large portions of Southwest Virginia, to support their efforts in providing affordable housing and related wraparound services. The grant will enable the organization to continue assisting those in need, ensuring that they have access to safe and affordable housing options.Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) expressed his appreciation for the grant, recognizing its significance in...

Bedford County Receives Funding for Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force

By SW Virginia News | Sep 28, 2023

The U.S. Department of Justice’s Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention has awarded $550,472 to Bedford County for the maintenance and expansion of the Southern Virginia Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force. These funds will allow the task force to conduct thorough forensic exams, continue on-going partnerships with prosecutors, and increase the number of agencies involved in investigating ICAC-related crimes.'Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) expressed his support for the funding, stating, "Victimizing our nation’s children is one of...

Henry County Receives Funding to Improve Law Enforcement Presence in High Crime Areas

By SW Virginia News | Sep 27, 2023

Henry County, USA - The U.S. Department of Justice’s Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) has allocated $18,448 in funding to Henry County to support the overtime pay of local police officers who work on major crime scenes. This funding, provided through BJA’s fiscal year 2023 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program, aims to enhance law enforcement efforts and increase patrols in high crime areas.Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) expressed his satisfaction with the allocation, stating, "This funding by the Bureau of Justice Assistance will...

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By SW Virginia News | Sep 23, 2023

The following parishes in the SW Virginia News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Griffith Announces $295,294 for Biotherapeutics, Inc.

By SW Virginia News Report | Sep 19, 2023

The National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, one of the institutes that make up the National Institutes of Health, has awarded $295,294 to Biotherapeutics, Inc., located in Blacksburg, VA, for their project titled, “A First-in-class Topical Immunoregulatory Therapeutic for Psoriasis.”

ARC Awards $100,000 to Friends of Southwest Virginia

By SW Virginia News Report | Sep 19, 2023

The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) has awarded $100,000 to the Friends of Southwest Virginia, based in Abingdon, Virginia, with the creation of a strategic plan based on the economic impact of Spearhead Trails, which will in turn be used to develop a comprehensive strategic business plan.

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Griffith Cosponsors Bill to Pay Correctional Officers Fairly

Roanoke County Police Department Receives Funding for Safety Equipment

SW Virginia News area weekly mass times

Appalachian Regional Commission Awards $700,000 to Buchanan County for Hurley Waterline Extension Project

Piedmont Regional Community Services Board Receives $1 Million Grant to Expand Adult Drug Court

People Incorporated of Virginia Awarded $217,482 Grant for Affordable Housing and Supportive Services

Bedford County Receives Funding for Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force

Henry County Receives Funding to Improve Law Enforcement Presence in High Crime Areas

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Griffith Announces $295,294 for Biotherapeutics, Inc.

ARC Awards $100,000 to Friends of Southwest Virginia

Griffith Announces $25,000 for the Coalfield Water Development Fund

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ARC Awards $493,669 To The Mountain Empire Community College Foundation

ARC Awards $500,000 To Ywca Of Northeast Tennessee And Southwest Virginia

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Griffith Announces Nearly $4.8 Million To Wise County For Improvements To The Public Service Authority’s Water System

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Griffith Announces $25 Million For Scott County Telephone Cooperative

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