Gov. Ivey awards county grants to fight poverty

The Communty Action Agency of South Alabama will receive $166,847 of grants totaling $2.3 million Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded for programs that help low-income residents take steps to secure gainful employment and improve their quality of life.

The Community Services Block Grants will enable 20 Community Action Agencies throughout the state to help low-income residents achieve self-sufficiency and address barriers to success through a variety of programs and services.

The specific needs of the communities served determine which programs are available, which can include job search assistanc...