Alabama lawmakers present $3.94 million SEEDS grant to Dothan industrial development board
Last week, state lawmakers representing the Wiregrass region presented a check for $3.94 million from the state Industrial Development Agency to the Dothan, Alabama, Industrial Development Board to support the acquisition of the 446-acre Westgate Supersite. The funding was made possible by legislation passed in 2023 under the Site Assessment and Economic Development Strategies (SEEDS) […]
Sen. Greg Reed, Northwest Alabama leaders deliver $6.7 million in grant awards for water system improvements
Severe weather conditions in January put strain on water infrastructure, causing low water pressure and power outages, particularly in the Oakman and Parrish communities in Walker County, where some residents went without water for as long as 16 days. On Wednesday, Alabama Senate President Pro Tempore Greg Reed hosted an event in Oakman to announce […]
Winston County awarded grant to repair tornado-damaged communications system
It's been more than a year since a tornado struck Winston County, damaging homes and businesses. A communications tower for the county's emergency communications system was also damaged. But now, thanks to a grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission, first responders can respond to life-saving calls. An $82,500 grant announced by Gov. Kay Ivey will […]
Gov. Ivey awards grant to support vocational training for incarcerated people
Gov. Kay Ivey awarded a $150,000 grant to JF Ingram State Technical College to provide career technical education to incarcerated people. The university is partnering with the Alabama Department of Corrections and the Alabama Department of Pardons and Parole for this program, which will serve students in state correctional education facilities across Alabama. One of […]
Grant to combat contraband cell phones in prisons, jails
Governor Kay Ivey announced that the Alabama Department of Corrections has been awarded a $149,658 grant for a program to combat the proliferation of contraband cell phones in jails and prisons. “Cellphones pose many safety concerns in correctional facilities and are often used to incite violence and enable criminal activity,” Ivey said. “Reducing that use […]
County cancels $7M housing grant for Scottsdale without explaining
Scottsdale is losing nearly $7 million in housing and dozens of affordable units after Maricopa County leaders reneged on a preliminary funding agreement with the city. The move infuriated Scottsdale officials, who said the county did not explain its decision and “ghosted” city leaders who sought information. The project was called “The Residences at Paiute,'' […]
Sewell announces $5 million grant to improve wastewater conditions in Black Belt
U.S. Representative Terry Sewell (AL-07) announced Thursday that the University of Alabama has been awarded $5,150,072 to improve wastewater conditions in Alabama's Black Belt region. The funding, awarded by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development, will be used to provide both technical assistance and construction in 15 black belt counties. “Access to […]
Flagstaff Non-Profit Native Renewables Awarded An $8-Million Grant For Solar Power Units For Navajo And Hopi Homes – Great Circle Media of Arizona
A Flagstaff nonprofit won an $8 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy on Wednesday with the goal of building 300 homes with solar power on Navajo and Hopi reservations. . Native Renewables was founded by two Indigenous women in 2015 and has grown to 16 employees (14 full-time). They are building and installing […]
Rep. Sewell announces $2.5 million grant for the United Way of Central Alabama
U.S. Rep. Terry Sewell (AL-07) announced Tuesday that the Central Alabama United Pathways (UWCA) Bold Goals Coalition is funding $2.5 million to continue providing services and supports to students and families through the Community Schools Strategy. announced that it had won a federal grant. The program began last year in partnership with Fairfield City Schools. […]
Apply for city grant funding now through April 25
sedona news – The City of Sedona is inviting 501(c) organizations to apply for City grants starting today, February 15, 2024. The application deadline is Thursday, April 25, 2024 at noon, and awards will be finalized by the Sedona City Council in July 2024. Grant applications are available for programs, activities, or events developed by […]
