RICHMOND—Governor Ralph Northam today announced the award of $20.1 million in Virginia Telecommunication Initiative (VATI) grants to improve broadband infrastructure in 17 localities. The funding will support 11 projects, connecting more than 13,400 households, businesses, and anchor institutions to high-speed internet, and leveraging $18.8 million in private and local investments. Since 2018, Virginia has invested […]
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Augusta County announces revamped small business loan fund
Verona VA- Augusta County proudly announces the launch of its revamped Small Business Loan Fund. Administered in partnership with the Staunton Creative Community Fund (SCCF), the program will now offer loans up to $20,000 for terms of 1-5 years in order to offer additional support for small businesses and bring the loan fund more in […]
Greater Augusta Regional Tourism (GART) Launches a Free, Mobile Savings Pass to Support Small Businesses
Greater Augusta Regional Tourism (GART), the regional tourism organization for Staunton, Augusta County, and Waynesboro is launching the SAW Savings Pass, a new program that aims to support local businesses that have been adversely affected by COVID-19. The passport is a free program that both visitors and locals can sign up for, connecting them directly […]
Augusta County Awarded Fast-Track Broadband Grant
Augusta County has been awarded a $567,063 grant for broadband funding from the Commonwealth of Virginia as part of the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act). The grant funding will be used for the Swoope Tower Fixed Wireless and New Hope Telephone Cooperative Fiber Projects. Pam Carter, Board of Supervisors vice-chair and member […]
Augusta County Awarded Third Broadband Grant through CARES
Augusta County has been awarded a third grant of $333,378 for broadband funding from the Commonwealth of Virginia as part of the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act). The grant funding will be used for the Lingo Networks Fiber Project. Pam Carter, Board of Supervisors vice-chair and member of the Augusta County […]
Augusta County Announces Additional Disaster Recovery Grant Round with Expanded Eligibility
VERONA, VA –The Augusta County Economic Development Authority announces expanded eligibility for their Disaster Recovery Grant Fund to help county businesses who continue to feel the effects of business interruption due to COVID-19. Businesses who have previously received Paycheck Protection Program Loans (PPP) or Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) are now eligible. Applicants are encouraged […]
Greater Augusta Regional Tourism Receives $50,000 GO Virginia Grant
Greater Augusta Regional Tourism (GART), comprised of the Staunton, Augusta, and Waynesboro tourism offices, has been awarded a $50,000 grant through the GO Virginia Economic Resilience and Recovery program. The grant will provide for a three-phased outreach program encouraging locals and visitors to discover the region as a close-to-home, safe destination for day trips and […]
Augusta County Announces Disaster Recovery Grants for Sole Proprietors
VERONA, VA – The Augusta County Economic Development Authority announces the release of a Disaster Recovery Grant Fund to help sole proprietors who are suffering from the costs of business interruption due to COVID-19. The competitive grant will provide $1,000-$5,000 cash per eligible grant recipient, and applications are due by 9 a.m. on August 7, […]