The Appalachian Regional Commission Has Approved A 1.5 Million Dollar Grant To The Northeast State Community College To Help Students Prepare For Aviation Careers. The Money Will Be Used To Expand The Aviation Maintenance Program, Provide Space In A New Hangar At The Tri Cities Airport And Help With Certification. The Airport Will Also Provide A Half-A-Million Dollars In Support Of The Project Which Will Serve Eight Businesses While Training 72 Community College Students.