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Governor Greitens Announces New Recovery Funding for the City of Malden

By Dustin Kopp|2018-03-30T11:05:48-05:00March 29, 2018 11:04 am|Local News|0 Comments

MALDEN, MO (KDKZ-TV) Governor Eric Greitens, in partnership with the Delta Regional Authority (DRA) have announced that the City of Malden will receive more than $150,000 to help recover from a tornado that hit the city in February.

Governor Greitens visited Malden earlier this year to visit those impacted by the devastating tornado.

The Delta Regional Authority approved $75,000 in funding which will be used to help Malden rebuild their municipal electric system including electric poles and cables, labor, equipment, and purchase of a backup generator.

In addition, the Bootheel Regional Planning Commission worked with the city to submit an Emergency Community Development Block Grant application through which the Missouri Department of Economic Development approved $79,250. This funding assistance will help with debris removal and the initial electrical line repair.

About the Author: Dustin Kopp

I joined News Channel 18 in May 2011 in the weather department as Chief Meteorologist. In January 2013, I assumed the roll of News Director. I started my career in 2003 in high school. I attended Farmington High School. While there, I was a student in Black Knight Television (BKTV), doing anything from camera work, to editing, producing and anchoring the weather. I attended Mineral Area College, University of Missouri – Columbia, Mississippi State University and Webster University. While attending college, I continued to help out with BKTV. In 2009, I interned at KOMU-TV, Columbia, Missouri’s NBC affiliate. I enjoy spending time with my wife, Danica and our daughters , Declynn and Danleigh. I can’t forget about our dog, Daisy. We rescued her in 2011. We also have a cat named Dolly. I am committed to giving you the most accurate information, whether it’s from my latest weather forecast, or a news story that could touch your heart. Contact me if you have any questions or a news idea.