Reflecting on a recent success story in rural broadband planning that translated into more than $100 million in funding for 13 counties in Tennessee.
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Tens of billions in federal funds are on the way to spread high-speed Internet across the countryside. States should structure their grant programs to make sure markets are competitive.
We highlight the three crucial levers to overcoming common challenges and share other key factors that can ensure positive outcomes.
Internet speeds have come a long way since the days of the dial-up modem, but sometimes you can’t beat the millennia-old method of carrier pigeon.
The Center on Rural Innovation has developed a new web application designed to help communities and organizations make informed decisions about broadband deployment while considering natural hazard risks.
We must debunk a pervasive myth about rural America that says small towns can't support innovation and technology. They can — and do. And for more of them to thrive, we need a shift in attitude.
The first part of a three-part series on the pieces of necessary infrastructure required to build digital economy ecosystems in rural America.
What to know about how public-private partnerships work for broadband networks, as well as tips and best practices to consider when embarking on a project in your community.