U.S. Department of Justice Awards $370,344 to Radford City School District to Improve School Safety

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The U.S. Department of Justice has awarded a grant of $370,344 to the Radford City School District to improve school safety. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “Keeping our children safe while they learn in the classroom is critical. The U.S. Department of Justice’s award of $370,344 to the Radford City School District will help. The grant money can be…

USDA Rural Development Awards $50,000 to Marion for Law Enforcement Vehicles

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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development has awarded a grant of $50,000 to the Town of Marion to purchase two law enforcement vehicles to replace older vehicles with high mileage. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “We should back the blue, and law enforcement officers should have the resources they need to protect our communities. USDA…

Griffith, Warner, and Kaine Welcome Major Disaster Declaration for Buchanan and Tazewell County

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Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) and U.S. Senators Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (D-VA) issued a statement after President Biden formally approved the Commonwealth of Virginia’s request for a Major Disaster Declaration in response to the severe flooding event in Southwest Virginia on July 13, 2022. This declaration triggers the release of Public Assistance in the affected areas, while…

ARC Awards $473,170 to Wise County for Bear Creek Water Project

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The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) has awarded $473,170 to Wise County for the Bear Creek Water Project. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “Access to clean water is important for an area’s health and quality of life. ARC’s award of $473,170 to Wise County for the Bear Creek Water Project will extend public water service to more households and…

ARC Awards $700,000 to Radford for East Main River and Rail Downtown Connector Trail

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The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) today awarded $700,000 to the City of Radford for the East Main River and Rail Downtown Connector Trail. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “The East Main River and Rail Downtown Connector Trail will help invigorate the City of Radford’s downtown area and improve accessibility for pedestrians and cyclists. ARC’s…

Federal Government Awards $1,378,568 Workforce Opportunity for Rural Communities Grant to Southwest Virginia Community College

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The U.S. Department of Labor and the Appalachian Regional Commission have awarded a $1,378,568 grant to Southwest Virginia Community College through the Workforce Opportunity for Rural Communities grant program. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “Education and skills training for workers offer the opportunity for rural residents to earn higher wages and…

Federal Government Awards $1,441,292 Workforce Opportunity for Rural Communities Grant to New River/Mount Rogers Workforce Development Area Consortium

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The U.S. Department of Labor and the Appalachian Regional Commission have awarded a $1,441,292 grant to New River/Mount Rogers Workforce Development Area Consortium through the Workforce Opportunity for Rural Communities grant program. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “Education and skills training for workers offer the opportunity for rural residents to…

Griffith, Guthrie Call For Answers From FDA on Regulatory Failures

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Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) and Congressman Brett Guthrie (R-KY) today sent two letters to Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Commissioner Dr. Robert Califf posing questions about numerous FDA regulatory lapses and calling for answers. “The FDA has wide authority over products Americans consume, but severe lapses have shaken confidence in its ability to properly regulate them,”…

Griffith Statement on Queen Elizabeth II's Passing

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Congressman Griffith issued the following statement upon hearing the news of Queen Elizabeth II’s death:   “I am deeply saddened to hear of Queen Elizabeth’s passing. As Britain’s longest-reigning monarch, her legacy is her decades-long life of service to her country and strong friendship with ours.   “In 2007, I had the distinct honor and pleasure of escorting Queen…

ARC Awards $35,750 to YWCA of Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia

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The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) has awarded $35,750 to the YWCA of Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia to conduct a study to identify remaining needs in substance use disorder programs in Washington and Smyth counties. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:   “Substance abuse remains a real problem throughout the United States, also…

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