OpEd: Open Access for Rural Hyperscale Data Center Networks (summary) Michael Still - Open Internet Exchange (OIX)

Rural hyperscale data centers are multiplying—but will local communities benefit? OIX's Michael Still proposes open-access models to turn closed campuses into shared digital hubs. ISOC Live summary - open.substack.com/pub/isoclive... - #datacenter #AI #ruralbroadband #OpenAccess #DigitalEquity

Legislature advances broad statutory cleanup; potato board and rural broadband among items questioned LB905, a cleanup bill that eliminates or reassigns numerous boards and committees created by last year’s legislation, advanced after senators asked detailed questions about the fate of the Nebraska Potato Development Committee, rural broadband task force and the climate assessment response committee; amendment AM2149 was adopted.

Nebraska's legislature is shaking things up with LB905, a bill that could redefine agricultural representation and broadband initiatives—what's at stake for potato growers and rural communities?

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KDOT proposes statewide conduit and microduct system to speed broadband deployment House Bill 2647 would allow KDOT to install conduit and microduct for fiber across state rights-of-way, lease microduct capacity to internet providers, establish a Kansas Broadband Revolving Fund funded by fees and bond proceeds, and require reporting; industry supports but seeks clarifying amendments to avoid mandated use or perceived competition with private ISPs.

Kansas is taking a bold step towards bridging the digital divide with a new bill that could revolutionize broadband access across the state!

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Commissioners say Crawford County included in $90 million regional rural broadband award County commissioners announced Crawford County is part of a $90 million, 10-county rural broadband award via Northwest Commission and Core Connect; officials said the program is open-access, requires no county match, and will be followed by county-specific press releases.

Crawford County is set to transform its digital landscape with a groundbreaking $90 million broadband initiative that promises to connect underserved areas without costing taxpayers a dime!

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#CrawfordCounty #PA #CommunityDevelopment #DigitalInclusion #OpenGov #RuralBroadband

Waseca County broadband program wins national recognition; household connections begin March 1 County staff reported nearly $8 million in broadband funding secured, most from the state, and said provider Bevcom will begin connecting households March 1. Officials urged residents to apply to the Minnesota Line Extension Program (round 5) — up to $25,000 per connection under state statute.

Waseca County is on the brink of a broadband breakthrough, securing nearly $8 million and set to begin household connections this March!

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Public Service Commission outlines regulation role, universal service fund and new transmission responsibilities The Public Service Commission told lawmakers it is not seeking general fund dollars this year, described increased workload from hyperscalers and potential regional transmission organization participation, and briefed the committee on the Utah Universal Service Fund, which collects roughly $42–$43 million annually.

The Public Service Commission is taking on new responsibilities that could reshape electricity planning and impact your utility bills—find out what that means for you!

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🚨 RURAL BRITAIN’S DIGITAL DIVIDE 🚨
MPs just debated the "patchy" roll-out of gigabit broadband in rural areas. While 78% of the UK is connected, remote villages are being left in the "dark ages" with speeds as low as 1.5mbps. (1/8)
#RuralBroadband #ProjectGigabit #DigitalDivide #UKPolitics #Farming

State broadband official outlines federal programs, maps hundreds of Caswell locations for funding Jeff Brooks of the North Carolina Department of Information Technology briefed the joint Caswell County boards on federal and state broadband programs, reported 2,301 state-funded locations in Caswell and identified roughly 200–270 additional addresses slated for current awards, and warned of tradeoffs between fiber and satellite options.

Caswell County is on the brink of a broadband revolution, with over $10 million in funding set to expand internet access, but which service—fiber or satellite—will truly meet residents' needs?

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#CaswellCounty #NC #DigitalAccess #RuralBroadband #TechInnovation #CitizenPortal

VTrans presents report on revenue from state railroad rights-of-way; broadband fees rising A Vermont Agency of Transportation rail official told the House Transportation Committee that revenue from broadband leases on state-owned railroad right-of-way has risen, cited a corrected broadband total of $199,888, and explained AOT's long-standing policy to avoid fees that could raise rural broadband costs while noting lawmakers are seeking more data to consider changes.

Vermont's rail director reveals a significant correction in broadband revenue, sparking new discussions on state policy and fees for railroad right-of-way leases.

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Owensboro, KY Market Data 🗓️ Valid: December 2025 💰 Rate: $1,290–$2,470/mo 📡 Drivers: Fiber access points raising specific site appeal

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County delegation reports productive Washington visits; North Rim recovery funding under discussion County government reported on a November Washington, D.C. trip with NACO: meetings covered rural broadband, FEMA reform, North Rim recovery funding options and possible use of Great American Outdoors Act or a disaster supplemental; staff said several congressional and agency offices pledged follow‑up.

Coconino County's delegation made significant strides in D.C., advocating for crucial funding options to support recovery efforts at the Grand Canyon North Rim and addressing rural broadband needs.

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#CoconinoCounty #AZ #CitizenPortal #DisasterRecovery #RuralBroadband

River Street reports build progress in Pittsylvania County as BEAD map awards some locations to SpaceX River Street told the Pittsylvania County Board its fiber network now passes roughly 10,155 locations (up from 7,288) and has installed about 2,354 customers, putting current take at roughly 25%. Staff also showed BEAD award maps that leave some high‑cost pockets awarded to SpaceX satellite service.

River Street's fiber network in Pittsylvania County has surged to over 10,000 locations, with customer installations doubling, but some remote areas are heading to SpaceX!

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#PittsylvaniaCounty #VA #CitizenPortal #DigitalInclusion #RuralBroadband #CommunityConnectivity

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cardinalnews.org/2025/11/19/broadband-exp... “His rule changes eliminated the program requirements for affordability and low-cost plans” #Virginia #inflation #RuralBroadband #ElonMusk #inequality #USPolitics […]

AT&T may be forced to repay millions it took in government subsidies. 👀

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North Carolina has announced a $50 million recovery program to help internet service providers rebuild after Hurricane Helene. 🛜

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#HurricaneHelene #Helene #NorthCarolina #RuralBroadband

WSU Faculty Discuss Precision Agriculture Challenges and Innovations in Washington State WSU experts highlight labor, technology costs, and the need for broadband in agriculture.

Washington's agricultural sector is on the brink of a tech revolution, but will it overcome hurdles like labor shortages and costs to thrive?

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#WA #CitizenPortal #AgriculturalEducation #PrecisionAgriculture #RuralBroadband

Musk’s satellite internet company contests Wisconsin's rural installation plans The Trump Administration is pushing states to put more federal funding into slower, but cheaper-to-install, satellite internet. Critics fear a giveaway to the companies of Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos.

The Trump Admin is pushing states to put more federal funding into slower, but cheaper-to-install, satellite internet. Critics fear a giveaway to #ElonMusk and #JeffBezos.

#Starlink #SpaceX #Wisconsin #RuralBroadband

The Digital Tide: How First-Time Rural Broadband Reshapes Communities, for Better and for the Unforeseen "The arrival of rural broadband offers a lifeline, yet it also brings unforeseen social, cultural, and psychological shifts. A deep dive into the dual impact."

Connection and Consequence: When High-Speed Internet Arrives in Rural America, Not All Changes Are for the Better

#RuralBroadband #DigitalDivide #Community #SocialImpact #Starlink #MentalHealth #FactRage #FactRageNews

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The Financial Blueprint to Rural Broadband: Navigating Satellite, Fixed Wireless, and Fiber Costs "A financial analysis of rural internet options, comparing the true costs, data caps, and performance of satellite (Starlink), fixed wireless, and fiber."

Beyond the Monthly Bill: Uncovering the True Price of Rural Internet from Starlink to Emerging Alternatives

#RuralBroadband #SatelliteInternet #Starlink #DigitalDivide #InternetCosts #FactRage #FactRageNews

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Combined with the Republican-only vote to zero out funding for #RuralBroadband and tangle #Medicaid and #SNAP in red tape, it threatens folks in the #rural economy. #SavePublicMedia

#spacesky #agsky #starlink #LEO #ruralbroadband

Map of Vermont's Communications Union Districts by town

What CUD is your town in? Take a look at our map below and learn more at our website:

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📢 #ISP subscribers want more than just "faster speeds." Find out what they really care about, and what your ISP can do to attract AND retain more customers: preseem.com/2025/04/beyo... # ISPs #WISPs #RuralBroadband

Are Commerce Secretary Lutnick's proposed changes to the BEAD program speeding up the process of delivering internet to underserved?

Hear what @keelyquinlan.bsky.social heard at this year's #FiberConnect conference 📽️⬇️

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#broadband #ruralbroadband

Learn how #Preseem helped a California #WISP upgrade 50% of their subscribers to new packages, significantly reduce churn, optimize network performance, and reduce support volume to "two or three calls a day." Read the Fastco success story 👉 preseem.com/success-stor... #RuralBroadband #FixedWireless

NATIONAL LEADERS LEARN FROM VERMONT’S RURAL BROADBAND STRATEGIES  - NEK Broadband For Immediate Release May 20, 2025 Contact:  Ellie de Villiers, Executive Director, Maple Broadband (802) 377-3721 Ellie@maplebroadband.net Tonya Ozone, Director of Sales and Marketing, NEKCV (802) 47...

“VT’s public broadband-first strategy via its communications union districts provides a bold model for advancing the public interest.” ~ Gigi Sohn, Executive Director of The American Association of Public Broadband and former FCC nominee
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