U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) released the following statement on the passing of Sister Bernadette Kenny:
“I am saddened to learn the news that Sister Bernadette Kenny has passed. Sister Kenny was an instrumental figure in addressing the health care needs of the Coalfields region of Southwest Virginia. Throughout her tenure with the Health Wagon, the beneficial services… Read more »
The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) has awarded Friends of Southwest Virginia a $1,300,000 grant. The funding will support an assessment of damage to outdoor recreation assets resulting from Hurricane Helene. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:
“This ARC grant for $1,300,000 helps Friends of Southwest Virginia hire an engineering firm to… Read more »
U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) announced that Theta Back of Blacksburg Middle School won the Congressional App Challenge in Virginia’s Ninth Congressional District. Her app is entitled Number Cruncher.
Milo Tao-Lin of Blacksburg High School earned second place with Recycle Buddy, and both Kayde Cole and Aidan Goode of Lebanon High School earned third place with Honor… Read more »
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development has awarded the Bland County Service Authority, based in Bland, Virginia, a $3,493,000 loan and $2 million grant. The funding will support upgrades at the Bastian Wastewater Treatment Plant. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:
“This USDA Rural Development loan and grant, which combines for… Read more »
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development has awarded Wythe County, Virginia, a $1.495 million loan. The funding will support the purchase of four pumper trucks for the County’s five fire departments. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:
“This USDA Rural Development loan for nearly $1.5 million helps Wythe County purchase pumper… Read more »
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development has awarded the Town of Tazewell, Virginia, a $617,000 grant. The funding will support the construction of a fire hall for the Eastern District of Tazewell County. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:
“This USDA Rural Development grant for $617,000 helps Tazewell design and build a facility… Read more »
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development has awarded the Russell County Industrial Development Authority, based in Lebanon, Virginia, a $96,727 grant. The funding will support an existing loan fund to create new jobs. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:
“Small businesses and entrepreneurs benefit from policies that encourage… Read more »
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development has awarded the Town of Bedford a $50,000 grant. The funding will support a market study and technical assistance for local businesses. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:
“Small businesses and entrepreneurs benefit from policies that encourage local economic development.
“This… Read more »
In response to a New York court decision finding Daniel Penny not guilty of negligent homicide in the death of Jordan Neely, U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:
“Daniel Penny is an American who served his country admirably in the United States Marine Corps. In the military, he received several ribbons and awards common in peacetime activity, according… Read more »
During the recent election season, many congressional candidates who voted against various spending bills were criticized by their opponents for voting against those bills and yet working to get money for their districts from programs authorized by said bills.
I submit to you, it is not disingenuous but a misunderstanding of the role of Congress. This may require you to remember your… Read more »
