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Martinsville-Henry Coalition receives $873K HHS grant for health services

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has allocated a grant amounting to $873,542 to the Martinsville-Henry Coalition for Health and Wellness.

By SW Virginia News | Nov 18, 2024

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Griffith supports bills for faster disaster recovery efforts

U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) has joined as an original cosponsor of two legislative measures aimed at enhancing disaster relief efforts.

By SW Virginia News | Nov 4, 2024

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USDA awards MOVA Technologies $649K grant for agricultural research

By SW Virginia News | Nov 1, 2024

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) has awarded a grant to MOVA Technologies, a company located in Pulaski, Virginia.

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5 million USDA grant awarded to improve Carroll County broadband

By SW Virginia News | Oct 31, 2024

U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development has allocated a $5 million grant to Citizens Telephone Cooperative.

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Supreme Court supports Youngkin in voter roll case

By SW Virginia News | Oct 30, 2024

In a recent decision, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6-3 in favor of Governor Youngkin, allowing Virginia to continue removing noncitizens from its voter rolls.

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Judge orders reinstatement of noncitizens on Virginia voter rolls

By SW Virginia News | Oct 25, 2024

U.S. District Judge Patricia Giles has ordered Virginia to reinstate noncitizens on its voter rolls, reversing Governor Youngkin's prior decision to remove them.

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DOT awards $1.48M grant for Bedford's new rail stop project

By SW Virginia News | Oct 24, 2024

The U.S. Department of Transportation has granted the Town of Bedford $1,481,000 to explore the development of a new intercity passenger rail stop.

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USDA awards $10M loan for broadband expansion in three Virginia counties

By SW Virginia News | Oct 17, 2024

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development has granted a $10 million loan to Pembroke Telephone Cooperative. This funding is designated for the deployment of a fiber-to-the-premises network in Craig, Giles, and Montgomery Counties. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) commented on the initiative, stating:

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Appalachian Regional Commission awards $500K grant for community recovery project

By SW Virginia News | Oct 17, 2024

The Appalachian Regional Commission has granted $500,000 to the Piedmont Regional Community Services Board. This funding is intended to enhance access to recovery services and improve employment opportunities in the region. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) commented on the grant:

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Grant supports growth of Appalachia's food and agricultural entrepreneurs

By SW Virginia News | Oct 17, 2024

The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) has awarded a grant of $1,692,538 to Appalachian Sustainable Development. This funding is aimed at supporting businesses and organizations that contribute to the food and agriculture industries in Appalachia. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith expressed his support for the initiative, stating:

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Grant supports evaluation of Friends of Southwest Virginia's economic impact

By SW Virginia News | Oct 16, 2024

The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) has allocated a $750,000 grant to Friends of Southwest Virginia. This funding aims to evaluate the economic impacts of projects carried out by the organization. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith expressed his support for the initiative.

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LENOWISCO receives $1.3M ARC grant for broadband expansion

By SW Virginia News | Oct 16, 2024

The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) has allocated a grant of $1,319,443 to the LENOWISCO Planning District Commission. This financial support is aimed at enhancing broadband networks in Central Appalachia. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) expressed his views on the development, stating:

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Lawmakers urge USDA for swift aid after Hurricane Helene

By SW Virginia News | Oct 4, 2024

Congressman Morgan Griffith of Virginia's Ninth District and Congresswoman Kat Cammack of Florida's Third District have joined other members of Congress in urging the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to expedite disaster aid for those impacted by Hurricane Helene.

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Griffith comments on Iran's missile attack on Israel

By SW Virginia News | Oct 1, 2024

In response to the Islamic Republic of Iran launching a ballistic missile attack against Israel, U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued a statement.

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Griffith announces $200,000 ARC subgrant to Cedar Bluff community college

By SW Virginia News | Sep 30, 2024

The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) has awarded Southwest Virginia Community College a $200,000 subgrant. The funding will support the development of cybersecurity education and training programs at the institution. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:

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Grant supports MECC's new cybersecurity training program

By SW Virginia News | Sep 30, 2024

The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) has awarded Mountain Empire Community College (MECC) a $200,000 subgrant to develop cybersecurity education and training programs. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) commented on the funding:

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Virginia Tech receives $126,000 ARC subgrant for Quantum Appalachia project

By SW Virginia News | Sep 26, 2024

The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) has awarded Virginia Tech a $126,000 subgrant to support the Quantum Appalachia project. This initiative aims to connect quantum computers and devices for information and resource distribution.

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Big Stone Gap receives $700,000 ARC grant for lake infrastructure upgrades

By SW Virginia News | Sep 26, 2024

The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) has awarded Big Stone Gap a $700,000 grant. The funding will support infrastructure upgrades at Big Cherry Lake. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:

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Grant awarded to Wise County for wastewater treatment improvements

By SW Virginia News | Sep 26, 2024

The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) has awarded Wise County a $700,000 grant. The funding will support wastewater treatment system improvements at the Mountain Empire Community College’s (MECC) Center for Workforce and Innovation in Appalachia (CWIA). U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:

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HHS awards $1.4 million Head Start grant to People Incorporated of Virginia

By SW Virginia News | Sep 25, 2024

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded People Incorporated of Virginia a grant of approximately $1.4 million for Head Start projects. The organization is based in Abingdon, Virginia.