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Gov. Ivey announces $500,000 grant to develop career educational center in Oxford

March 13, 2025

MONTGOMERY – Gov. Kay Ivey has announced a $500,000 grant to transform a former manufacturing plant in Oxford into a multi-classroom regional training center for career and workforce development. The funds from the Appalachian Regional Commission will be used to develop the Choccolocco Research, Education, Arts and Technical Experience (CREATE) Regional Training Center at the […]

Gov. Ivey announces two grants for improvements in Mentone

February 26, 2025

MONTGOMERY — Gov. Kay Ivey has announced two grants totaling nearly $600,000 to make improvements to enhance the quality of life and boost tourism in the town of Mentone. A $300,000 grant will help restore and repurpose a historic school as a business and community center, while a $295,000 grant will fund upgrades to an […]

Gov. Ivey announces grant for water and drainage in Moundville

February 18, 2025

MONTGOMERY — Gov. Kay Ivey has announced a $500,000 grant to improve infrastructure in the city of Moundville as part of a downtown renovation project. The grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission, a federal-state partnership program, will enable the city to revitalize its water system and provide drainage improvements along Market Street, providing safe and […]

Gov. Ivey announces water extension project to help Walker County business expand

February 14, 2025

MONTGOMERY — Gov. Kay Ivey has announced a $252,900 grant to assist a Walker County industry in expanding and creating jobs while preserving existing jobs. The funds from the Appalachian Regional Commission will be used to replace and increase the size of a water line to Nelson Brothers Inc., a crucial step in boosting the […]

Gov. Ivey awards grant to bring new industry to Coosa County

February 12, 2025

MONTGOMERY— Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded a $180,000 grant to support the construction of a new sawmill operation in Coosa County. The industry will employ 130 people. The grant to Alexander City will enable the city to provide water and sewer services to Two Rivers Lumber Co. which is constructing a $115 million sawmill at […]

Gov. Ivey announces grant to improve Town Creek sewer system

February 11, 2025

MONTGOMERY — Gov. Kay Ivey has announced a $350,000 grant to assist the town of Town Creek in alleviating a health risk and improving infrastructure for residents. The grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission will be combined with a $400,000 Community Development Block Grant, awarded by Gov. Ivey in November 2024, to overhaul the town’s […]

Gov. Ivey awards $790,000 to assist victims of abuse

February 4, 2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025 Gov. Ivey awards $790,000 to assist victims of abuse MONTGOMERY — Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded nearly $790,000 to assist victims of abuse in numerous Alabama counties. The funds will be distributed to five agencies across the state to provide aid and resources for people affected by […]

Gov. Ivey awards grants to assist domestic violence, sexual assault victims in north Alabama

February 3, 2025

MONTGOMERY – Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded more than $900,000 in grants to four organizations that serve victims of domestic violence and sexual assault in 14 north Alabama counties. “These funds will enable organizations to provide a safe haven for victims fleeing dangerous situations and assistance for those who need to rebuild their lives,” Gov. […]

ADECA announces $2.26 million in state grants for EV charging accessibility in state

January 30, 2025

MONTGOMERY — The Alabama Department of Economic and Community has announced the awarding of six grants totaling $2.26 million from state funds to increase the availability of electric vehicle charging stations on Alabama’s roads. Five of the grants were awarded to a Texas-based company to install electric vehicle charging stations at hotels in several locations […]

Gov. Ivey awards grants to help children overcome abuse

January 15, 2025

MONTGOMERY — Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded more than $2.2 million to assist victims of child abuse in Alabama. The grants, awarded to 15 nonprofit agencies, will provide multiple services for abused and exploited children in 22 counties in Alabama. “Children deserve to be raised in safe and protective environments, free from the fear of […]