Regional Fundraiser for Haiti

GRADD is partnering with the American Red Cross and Greenwell-Chisholm Printing Company to sponsor the "Hearts for Haiti" fundraiser to help the people of Haiti on their long road to recovery from January's devastating earthquake.

>>How can I participate?

Townsend on Capitol Hill

GRADD Board member and Webster County Judge/Executive James Townsend testified at a U.S. Senate Environment & Public Works Committee hearing on March 18. Townsend urged Senators to authorize transportation legislation to improve urban and rural regions.

>>Watch video of his remarks

>>Read transcript of his remarks

Is Your Community Prepared?

The GRADD Hazard Mitigation Council announces the availability of FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) funds. Cities and counties can use this grant for storm warning sirens and other projects to reduce damages from future natural disasters.

>>How can I apply?

Hilltopper Highlights

Dr. Gene Tice, director of Western Kentucky University - Owensboro, addressed the GRADD Board of Directors on March 10. He discussed the new WKU-O campus and the school's commitment to increase the number of bachelor degrees among the region's citizens.

>>Watch video

GRADD Makes 2010 List

For the second consecutive year, GRADD has been named one of the "Best Places to Work in Kentucky." This prestigious honor is determined by the Kentucky Society for Human Resource Management (KYSHRM) State Council, in conjunction with the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce.

>>Read the press release