FLORENCE, Ala., July 16 -- University of North Alabama issued the following news release:

Michelle R. Eubanks

, UNA, at meubanks@una.edu,

256.765.4392

FLORENCE, AL - Sen. Katie Britt (R-Ala.) has announced that $2 million in the FY27 Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development (THUD) appropriations have been allocated for safety upgrades along the Pine Street corridor at the University of North Alabama.

The $2 million will enable the implementation of necessary safety upgrades along Pine Street in order to create a safer environment for UNA students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

"We continue to be grateful for Senator Britt's ongoing support of the University and the many projects taking place on campus," said UNA's President Dr...