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Regional News Roundup: Southeast Tennessee projects get funding

The Rhea County Courthouse is seen on Thursday, Dec. 29, 2016, in Dayton, Tenn. Tennessee Rep. Ron Travis is hoping to secure $200,000 in funds from the state for a new roof for the aging historic landmark which was the site of the 1925 Scopes trial.
The Rhea County Courthouse is seen on Thursday, Dec. 29, 2016, in Dayton, Tenn. Tennessee Rep. Ron Travis is hoping to secure $200,000 in funds from the state for a new roof for the aging historic landmark which was the site of the 1925 Scopes trial. The Rhea County Courthouse is seen on Thursday, Dec. 29, 2016, in Dayton, Tenn. Tennessee Rep. Ron Travis is hoping to secure $200,000 in funds from the state for a new roof for the aging historic landmark which was the site of the 1925 Scopes trial.

By Staff and Wire Reports 3 min read

Southeast Tennessee projects get funding

NASHVILLE – Gov. Bill Haslam’s proposed changes to his recommended $37.5 billion budget includes $3.5 million for two Southeast Tennessee projects.

The governor is asking for a one-time capital expenditure for the estimated $70 million Cleveland Veterans Home project.

Haslam is also asking for another $500,000 for restoration work on the historic Rhea County Courthouse project.

Other recommendations include an additional $10 million for the Aeronautics Development Fund, which provides money for local airports. That would bring the total proposed funding for airports to $20 million.