Gov. Ivey announces grant for Scottsboro sewer line upgrade

November 26, 2024

MONTGOMERY – Gov. Kay Ivey has announced a $750,000 grant to replace a deteriorating sewer line that serves homes, businesses and industries in Scottsboro. The grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission will be used to replace an 862-foot section of failing sewer main under Alabama Highway 35. City leaders say the upgrade is especially critical […]

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Gov. Ivey awards grants to assist assault and domestic violence victims

November 18, 2024

MONTGOMERY — Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded $2.3 million to ensure support for children and adult victims of abuse, sexual assault and other types of cruelty in multiple counties in Alabama. The governor awarded the grants to six agencies throughout Alabama that provide critical services for assault and abuse victims. The offenses range from human […]

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State Surplus Property online auction starts this Saturday, Nov. 16

November 15, 2024

MONTGOMERY – A wide variety of items, including vehicles, industrial equipment, tools and office furniture will be up for bid starting this Saturday in the online state surplus property auction. The Surplus Property Division of the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs will hold the auction from 7:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 16 until 6 […]

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Gov. Ivey announces grants to expand aviation projects in Alabama

November 14, 2024

MONTGOMERY — Gov. Kay Ivey has announced two grants totaling $2 million to support the cities of Guntersville and Cullman in advancing aviation-related jobs and career opportunities. Guntersville received a $1 million grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission to expand hanger space at its airport, allowing for the basing of 75 Apache helicopters and creating […]

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Gov. Ivey awards grants to assist victims of abuse in 20 counties

November 13, 2024

MONTGOMERY – Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded about $1.05 million in grants to eight organizations that serve victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and child abuse in 20 Alabama counties. “We have a responsibility to protect the victims of these crimes and to provide them access to professional, compassionate care in a timely manner,” Gov. […]

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Gov. Ivey awards grant for program to combat distracted driving

October 10, 2024

MONTGOMERY – Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded just over $200,000 to the Alabama Department of Public Health for a campaign to raise awareness of the dangers of distracted driving. The campaign aims to reduce the number of children killed in distracted driving incidents by 10 percent. The Department of Public Health will work with schools […]

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Governor awards $172,000 to SADD for safe driving program

October 8, 2024

MONTGOMERY – Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded just over $172,000 for a program to encourage young people to practice safe driving on Alabama’s roads. Students Against Destructive Decisions Inc. will use the grant to fund the Addressing Mobility Safety with Alabama Teens Program. The goal of the program is to reach people under age 25 […]

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Gov. Ivey awards $200,000 to help two companies expand in Lineville

August 29, 2024

MONTGOMERY— A $200,000 grant awarded by Gov. Kay Ivey will pave the way for economic advancements in the city of Lineville and help create jobs. The Community Development Block Grant will be used to upgrade two city streets making it more feasible for two local companies to expand and together create 23 jobs. Integrity Cabinets, […]

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Gov. Ivey awards $175,000 for downtown Monroeville upgrade

August 28, 2024

MONTGOMERY— A part of downtown Monroeville is getting a facelift to prepare for new businesses that will bring new jobs thanks to a $175,000 grant awarded by Gov. Kay Ivey. The Community Development Block Grant will provide infrastructure necessary for renovations to several buildings. The buildings on the downtown square will be converted for use […]

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