$30 million to expand internet access in rural areas in NC

Rockingham County is one of 18 counties in North Carolina that will benefit from the funds.
Author: Ria Andresen
Updated: 4:13 PM EST December 17, 2020
NORTH CAROLINA, USA — North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper announced $30 million for projects that will help connect nearly 16,000 homes and 700 businesses in rural areas of the state to broadband internet. In the Triad, Spectrum Southeast LLC in Rockingham County is one of 18 counties that will receive funds. 
Governor Cooper explained the money will address the growing need for internet access in the state's less populated areas.
"This pandemic is shining a light on the need for better high-speed internet access in rural communities,” Governor Cooper said. “These projects will make sure the internet can connect people to the education, health care, and jobs they need.”

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