USDA Awards $16.9M for Broadband Project in Phillips County
The money is a portion of $700 million in grants and loans announced Monday for high-speed internet projects in rural areas of 22 states. read more >
The money is a portion of $700 million in grants and loans announced Monday for high-speed internet projects in rural areas of 22 states. read more >
With over $1B from the BEAD program, Arkansas stands to build out internet infrastructure in rural areas and finally close the state’s digital divide. read more >
Faster internet is great, but safe drinking water is more important. Arkansas can do both. read more >
The funds will provide computers to students in need, create a Wi-Fi hotspot program and improve wireless connectivity. read more >
Eight projects had been on hold after the governor abolished a steering committee for the funds. read more >
The $1.5 million project brought fiber internet to Union City. read more >
A key component of the agreement will be developing statewide programs to overcome barriers to enrollment in a federal broadband benefit program. read more >
The funds are a portion of $759 million in grants and loans the USDA is providing to enable rural communities to access high-speed internet. read more >
Aristotle chief says hurdle is costly and likely to keep small firms out of program. read more >
While the state is committed to expanding broadband access, its new proposal could hurt smaller providers. read more >
A new proposed new state funding formula would route broadband grants only to internet service providers that can cover 25% of the upfront costs, possibly leaving out smaller providers. read more >
The households lack access to broadband with speeds adequate for learning and working. read more >
It's being funded in part by federal pandemic aid dollars through the state-run Arkansas Rural Connect grant program. read more >
The grant will be matched with $500,000 in local funds. read more >
