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Virginia’s Ninth Congressional District has enjoyed a number of new project announcements this autumn focusing on our economic future. Not only will some of these projects bring jobs and investment, but they will involve our region in exciting new fields. On October 3, Governor Youngkin unveiled the 2022 Virginia Energy Plan, which outlined an all-of-the-above strategy for powering our… Read more »

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development has awarded a grant of $250,000 to the Town of Hillsville for the completion of the fifth phase of its farmers market. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “USDA Rural Development’s $250,000 grant to Hillsville for its farmers market will support this valuable asset, which allows farmers to sell and… Read more »

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development has awarded a grant of $200,000 to Grayson County for the purchase of two sanitation vehicles. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “USDA Rural Development’s $200,000 grant to Grayson County to buy garbage trucks will help the county provide sanitation services to its residents.” ### Read more »

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development has awarded a grant of $93,700 to the Town of Coeburn for the purchase of a backhoe. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “USDA Rural Development’s $93,700 grant to the Town of Coeburn to buy a new backhoe will assist the town’s public works department and reduce maintenance and repair costs.” ### Read more »

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development has awarded a grant of $50,000 to the Alleghany Highlands YMCA for the purchase of two vans. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “USDA Rural Development’s $50,000 grant to the Alleghany Highlands YMCA to buy two vans will support the organization as it delivers services in the community.” ### Read more »

Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement on the announcement by the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) regarding Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) in the Roanoke River: “I will continue to monitor work as a result of elevated PFAS levels in the Roanoke River. I appreciate that DEQ is acting to remedy the situation and look forward to… Read more »

On November 11 of each year, Americans honor the veterans who served to keep our country free. The day was originally known as Armistice Day to mark the armistice ending World War I at 11 a.m. on November 11, 1918. President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed a bill in 1954 officially proclaiming November 11 as Veterans Day to remember those who served not only in World War I but in all the… Read more »

At its best, scientific research seeks to explore the universe around us, find ways to understand it better, and harness its power for the benefit of humanity. I support research because I believe that having more information in any field leads to better decisions. Unfortunately, scientific research can also be misused or lead to unintended but harmful consequences. Institutions engaged… Read more »

Congressman Griffith’s Ninth District STAFF will be available at the following locations during the month of November. Traveling office hours follow the status of local government offices, which vary across the 22 counties and seven independent cities of the Ninth District. In the event of inclement weather (heavy snow, sleet, icy rain, etc.), traveling office hours may be… Read more »

With great power comes great responsibility. It’s an adage that cuts to the heart of how we believe influential people or organizations ought to behave. Even if popularized by the Spider-Man comic books and movies, its merits are widely recognizable even for those who do not consider themselves fans of superhero stories. As Big Tech exercises powers scarcely dreamed of by the heads of… Read more »