Nine library systems, four municipalities and two state agencies are partnering to improve internet access in rural communities in 14 counties.
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The Appalachian Regional Commission is awarding $272,000 to 10 western North Carolina communities that plan to offer free Wi-Fi in their downtowns.
McDowell County announces a new partnership with Skyrunner Internet to expand broadband availability to cover approximately 90% of the county.
Four broadband providers will receive $19 million for six years to improve connectivity and speed for 68,000 N.C. households and businesses.
Mars Hill has been awarded a BizConnect Broadband Pilot Grant of $13,435 for fiber-optic infrastructure at Advanced Superabrasives, creating 15 jobs.