Griffith Announces Start of 2024 Congressional Art Competition in the Ninth District

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Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement announcing the beginning of the 2024 Congressional Art Competition in the Ninth District: “Each year, the U.S. House of Representatives sponsors the Congressional Art Competition for high school students. It’s a great opportunity to see the artistic talents of Southwest Virginia students, one of whom will have the chance…

Griffith to Hold In-Person Service Academy Day on April 13 in Dublin, VA

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Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) will host his 2024 Service Academy Day event on Saturday, April 13, from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm in the Richardson Auditorium, Rooker Hall, New River Community College; located at 5251 College Drive, Dublin, VA. Griffith issued the following statement: “For those high school students interested in serving their country, the U.S. Service Academies offer a…

Griffith Announces $500,000 to Bland County for Dental Clinic Construction Project

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Today, the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) awarded $500,000 to Bland Ministry Center and Dental Clinic for their Dental Clinic Construction Project. This money will be used to build a 3,947 square feet facility which will include seven dental procedure rooms, a sterilization space, an area for x-rays, and a denture lab. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following…

Griffith Announces $700,000 to Town of Stuart for Downtown Revitalization Project

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Today, the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) awarded $700,000 to Town of Stuart for their Downtown Revitalization Project. This funding will be used for the construction of an expanded roof covering at the Stuart Farmers Market and a 3,200 square foot multi-property deck structure located within Stuart’s historic business district. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the…

Griffith Announces $700,000 to Lee County for Waterline Replacement Project

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Today, the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) awarded $700,000 to Lee County for the St. Charles Monarch Waterline Replacement Project. This project will replace 9,970 linear feet of waterline and install 4 gate valves and 1 fire hydrant, serving 38 households in St. Charles. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “Water service plays a critical role in…

Griffith Announces $300,000 to the Friends of Southwest Virginia for Outdoor Economy Recreation Plans

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Today, the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) awarded $300,000 to the Friends of Southwest Virginia for their Gateways to the Southwest Virginia: Outdoor Economy Recreation Plans. This money will be used to complete the outdoor recreation strategic planning for most of the Southwest Virginia region. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “This $300,000…

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Awards $3,414,043 to People Incorporated of Virginia

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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded a grant of $3,414,043 to People Incorporated of Virginia, based in Abingdon, for Head Start projects. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “HHS’ award of $3,414,043 to People Incorporated of Virginia will help continue to provide children in Abingdon and surrounding areas with access to…

Griffith Applauds $406,830 HHS Grant For Virginia Tech

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Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) today applauded the announcement that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke has awarded $406,830 to Virginia Tech for research related to neurological disorders. “I am pleased that the Department of Health and Human Services has awarded this $406,830 grant to Virginia Tech,” said…

Griffith Announces $13,603,000 to Wythe County for Improvements to Water and Waste Disposal

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Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) today applauded the announcement that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development has awarded Wythe County, Virginia, a $2,737,000 grant, along with approving a $10,866,000 low-interest loan, for improvements to water and waste disposal in the county. “Water service plays a critical role in promoting public health and increasing quality…

Griffith Announces $149,600 For Strategic Economic Planning in Floyd County

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The Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration has awarded $149,600 to the Economic Development Authority of Floyd County, Virginia. This money will be used to develop and implement a strategic plan for economic resilience in the aftermath of natural disasters in the region over the past few years. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “I am…

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