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Gov. Ivey awards funds to help local governments lower utility costs

August 11, 2025

MONTGOMERY — Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded more than $600,000 to assist local governments in lowering energy costs while upgrading and modernizing their facilities. The six Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grants will assist recipients in projects that include installing energy efficient lighting and heating and air-conditioning systems. The improvements will help reduce utility costs […]

Gov. Ivey announces nearly $3 million for Gadsden greenway project

August 8, 2025

MONTGOMERY — Gov. Kay Ivey has announced a nearly $3 million grant to help the city of Gadsden advance its plans to build a multi-use urban greenway. The grant from the federal Land and Water Conservation Fund will be used to construct the Downtown Gadsden Greenway along a former railroad bed which will ultimately connect […]

Gov. Ivey announces grant to upgrade Cullman’s Lions Club Park

August 7, 2025

MONTGOMERY — Gov. Kay Ivey has announced a $500,000 grant to provide upgrades at Lions Club Park in the city of Cullman. “This grant will enhance recreational opportunities in the city of Cullman by revitalizing older features in the 4.5-acre Lions Club Park while adding popular new amenities,” Gov. Ivey said. “I commend Cullman’s leaders […]

Gov. Ivey awards grant to serve victims in three Black Belt counties

August 5, 2025

MONTGOMERY — Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded an $8,875 grant to help ensure that victims of domestic violence in three Black Belt counties receive assistance and services. The grant to the Selma and Blackbelt Regional Abuse Sanctuary will be used to provide shelter, legal and other services for victims in Dallas, Perry and Wilcox counties. […]

Gov. Ivey announces grant for soccer complex in Loxley

August 4, 2025

MONTGOMERY – Gov. Kay Ivey has announced a $500,000 Land and Water Conservation Fund grant to fund the construction of a soccer complex with four regulation-size fields in Loxley. The Billy J. Middleton Soccer Complex will include a paved access road and parking areas. The city will build a concession stand with bathrooms as an […]

Gov. Ivey announces grant to renovate playground in Trinity

August 4, 2025

MONTGOMERY — Gov. Kay Ivey has announced a $148,111 grant to assist the town of Trinity in its effort to revitalize a community playground. The grant from the federal Land and Water Conservation Fund will be used to renovate Kimbrel Park, located on about a 1-acre site within a neighborhood. The town will replace worn […]

Gov. Ivey annnounces grant to upgrade park in Sumter County

August 4, 2025

MONTGOMERY — A $261,223 grant announced by Gov. Kay Ivey will help breathe new life into a park in Sumter County. The grant from the federal Land and Water Conservation Fund will be used to upgrade the Sumter County Recreation Authority Park in Livingston, including resurfacing several outdoor basketball courts. “I am pleased to approve […]

Gov. Ivey announces $1 million for water project in Marion County

July 30, 2025

MONTGOMERY — Gov. Kay Ivey has announced a $1 million grant aimed at providing clean and reliable water to residents and businesses in Marion County. The grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission, a federal-state partnership program, will enable the Marion County Public Water Authority to connect its system to the town of Vina’s water system […]

Gov. Ivey announces grant to support economic growth in Fairview

July 22, 2025

MONTGOMERY – Gov. Kay Ivey has announced a $144,500 grant to help fund infrastructure needed to accommodate new business development in the town of Fairview, including a restaurant that is expected to bring 30 jobs to the town. The funds from the Appalachian Regional Commission will be paired with a $144,500 Community Development Block Grant, […]

Gov. Ivey announces Project Safe Neighborhoods grants for several law enforcement agencies

July 16, 2025

MONTGOMERY — Gov. Kay Ivey has announced seven grants totaling approximately $77,490 to provide law enforcement agencies with tools to deter and solve crimes in their communities. The grants were awarded through the federal Project Safe Neighborhoods program, a nationwide initiative that unites local, state and federal officials to develop strategies for combating crimes, particularly […]