Sewell announces funding for Black Belt infrastructure, workforce investments

Alabama’s Black Belt region is set to receive $1.6 million in funding from the Delta Regional Authority, Rep. Terri Sewell announced Tuesday. The new funding will go toward six projects to strengthen basic public infrastructure, transportation infrastructure, and also support business development and job training in the area. The State’s Economic Development Assistance Program awarded the money. “As a proud daughter of the Black Belt, I have made it a top priority to ensure that those living and working in the region get their fair share of federal resources and funding,” said Sewell (D-Birmin