Griffith Announces $550,000 DOJ Grant for Southwest Virginia Legal Aid Society, Inc.

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The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) Office on Violence Against Women has awarded Southwest Virginia Legal Aid Society a $550,000 grant. The funding will support providing legal assistance to victims of violence, among other victim services. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:   “Many families often do not have the financial means to afford legal…

Griffith Announces Nearly $600,000 HHS Grant to Tri-Area Community Health

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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded Tri-Area Community Health, based in Laurel Fork, Virginia, a $599,996 grant for behavioral health service expansion. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:   “Tri-Area Community Health consists of dedicated healthcare professionals that provide comprehensive health care…

Griffith Announces $600,000 HHS Grant to SWVA Community Health Systems, Inc.

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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded Southwest Virginia Community Health Systems, based in Saltville, Virginia, a $600,000 grant for behavioral health service expansion. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:   “Southwest Virginia Community Health Systems provides healthcare support and services for several localities…

Griffith Announces $700,000 ARC Grant to Dickenson County PSA

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The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) has awarded the Dickenson County Public Service Authority a $700,000 grant. The funding will support water line replacement and connect 45 households along Backbone Ridge Road. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:   “Leaks and failures in water and sewer systems can create poor health and environmental…

Griffith Announces $700,000 ARC Grant to Sunset Holler, Inc.

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The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) has awarded Sunset Holler, Inc. a $700,000 grant. The funding will support the Southern Gap Amphitheater Project. This project will create a 2,500 seat commercial-grade amphitheater. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:   “According to a feasibility study, a Southern Gap Amphitheater will create 8 full…

Griffith Announces $100,000 NIST Grant to Blacksburg’s Jensen Hughes, Inc.

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The U.S. Department of Commerce’s National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has awarded Jensen Hughes, located in Blacksburg, a $100,000 grant for a project that involves a Fire Dynamics Simulator (FDS) to improve fire growth predictions. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:   “Improvements in fire and building safety systems enhance…

Griffith Announces $490,251 DOT Grant to Virginia Tech for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems

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The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has awarded Virginia Tech a $490,251 grant for a project that develops training of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) technologies. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:   “The development of ADAS technologies is meant to elevate vehicle safety standards, raise consumer awareness, and encourage a…

Griffith Announces $455,525 DOT Grant to Virginia Tech for Teenage Driver Education

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The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has awarded Virginia Tech a $455,525 grant for a project that promotes safe driving practices among teen drivers interacting with Commercial Motor Vehicles (CMVs). U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:   “According to USA Today, car crashes are the leading cause of death in the United States for people…

Griffith Announces $700,000 ARC Grant for MiNet Expansion Project

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The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) has awarded the City of Martinsville a $700,000 grant for the MiNet Expansion project. The funding will support MiNet, or the Telecommunications Department of Martinsville, in its pursuit of establishing a high-quality Fiber-to-the-Business network for local businesses. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following…

Griffith Announces $50,000 ARC Grant for Rex Theater Revitalization

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The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) has awarded the City of Galax a $50,000 grant for a project to revitalize the Rex Theater. The funding will support a strategic business plan and architectural study to assess long-term viability of the facility. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:   “Located in the historic downtown area of Galax, Rex…

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