The Everett Stewart Regional Airport has been awarded more than $128,000 by the Delta Regional Authority.
The grant will help to engage in engineering and design planning that will focus on expanding the airport’s current hangar, taxi lane and ramp space to allow for the continued growth.
The Delta Regional Authority (DRA) has awarded more than $500,000 to four communities across Mississippi, Missouri and Tennessee.
Funding for this program is made available by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
The Strategic Planning Program supports communities in the DRA region by promoting problem solving, enhancing resilience and building partnerships.