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State awards nearly $30 million to rural areas to expand internet access The projects outlined by providers and cooperatives across the state are expected to connect nearly 16,000 households and around 700 businesses to broadband internet. (Source: Pexels.com) By WECT Staff | December 17, 2020 at 5:13 PM EST - Updated December 17 at 5:13 PM
RALEIGH, N.C. (WECT) - Governor Cooper announced Thursday that a total of $29.8 million is being awarded for internet expansion projects in 18 counties including Brunswick, Bladen and Columbus.
The projects outlined by providers and cooperatives across the state are expected to connect nearly 16,000 households and around 700 businesses to high-speed, broadband internet.
“This pandemic is shining a light on the need for better high speed internet access in rural communities,” said Governor Cooper. “These projects will make sure the internet can connect people to the education, health care and jobs they need.”
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.”