Local agencies receive $1.29 million to assist low-income families with utility costs

July 21, 2023

MONTGOMERY— Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded grants totaling $1.29 million to help low-income households with home energy costs. The grants will enable 18 community service agencies to provide funding to help low-income families heat and cool their homes. “As these record hot summer months continue, many low-income residents may struggle to afford higher electric bills […]

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Gov. Ivey awards grant to create commerce, jobs in Clanton

July 11, 2023

MONTGOMERY— A $250,000 grant awarded by Gov. Kay Ivey will help give new life to a city-owned building in downtown Clanton while also bringing in commerce and creating nearly 50 jobs. The Community Development Block Grant to the city of Clanton will be used to convert the downtown building into a Mexican restaurant. The Clanton […]

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Gov. Ivey awards grant for training to help law enforcement officers respond effectively to needs of domestic violence victims

June 20, 2023

MONTGOMERY — Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded a $135,000 grant for training to help law enforcement officers across Alabama best serve the needs of domestic violence victims. The Alabama Coalition Against Domestic Violence is using the funds for statewide training to develop and enhance awareness of domestic violence and responses to assist victims. The coalition […]

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Next online state surplus property auction starts Saturday

June 15, 2023

MONTGOMERY — Laptops, office furniture, vehicles and even some robotic construction equipment is among the lots up for bid in the next online state surplus property auction starting this Saturday, June 17. The Surplus Property Division of the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs is hosting the online auction via GovDeals.com starting at 7:30 […]

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Local agencies receive $8.5 million in grants to weatherize homes for elderly, low-income residents

June 9, 2023

MONTGOMERY— Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded grants totaling $8.5 million to assist low-income and elderly Alabama residents with weatherizing their homes to lower energy costs. The grants support Alabama’s Weatherization Assistance Program which provides funds to improve the energy efficiency and safety of qualifying homes. Priority is given to people with disabilities, the elderly and […]

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Governor awards grants for law enforcement equipment in northeast Alabama

May 24, 2023

MONTGOMERY – Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded grants totaling $113,765 to help five law enforcement agencies in northeast Alabama purchase new or update existing equipment. Gov. Ivey awarded the grants from more than $750,000 in law-enforcement equipment funding allocated by the U.S. Department of Justice and administered by the Alabama Department of Economic and Community […]

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Governor awards grants to equip seven south Alabama law enforcement agencies

May 22, 2023

MONTGOMERY – Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded grants totaling $147,414 to help seven law enforcement agencies in south Alabama purchase new or update existing equipment. Gov. Ivey awarded the grants from more than $750,000 in law-enforcement equipment funding allocated by the U.S. Department of Justice and administered by the Alabama Department of Economic and Community […]

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ADECA Reaches Important Milestone by Hosting Community Broadband Meetings in All 67 Alabama Counties

May 18, 2023

MONTGOMERY – The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) today reached an important milestone as it has now hosted community broadband meetings in each of Alabama’s 67 counties. These meetings, implemented through the Alabama Community Broadband Technical Assistance Program, are designed to bring community leaders to the table and provide state-level assistance to […]

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Gov. Ivey awards grants to assist domestic violence victims in south, east Alabama

May 18, 2023

MONTGOMERY— Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded grants totaling $141,338 to assist domestic violence and sexual assault victims in 21 counties. “Victims of domestic violence and sexual assault deserve ready access to a variety of professional services including those provided by court advocates who can help them navigate the complexities of the justice system,” Gov. Ivey […]

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