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Gov. Ivey announces $1 million for water project in Marion County
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
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
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 […]
Gov. Ivey announces grant for water upgrades in Lauderdale County
MONTGOMERY — Gov. Kay Ivey has announced a $224,000 grant to help ensure households and businesses in west Lauderdale County continue to receive adequate water service even during electrical outages. The grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission, a federal-state partnership program, will enable the West Lauderdale Water and Fire Protection Authority to provide emergency backup […]
Kenneth W. Boswell, Director

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