Appalachian Regional Commission Broadband Grant to Connect 200 Ohio Homes

Meigs County in Ohio will receive a $352,000 grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission to fund a Broadband-as-a-Service project, providing high-speed internet to over 200 homes without current access. This initiative, managed by the Meigs County Community Improvement Corporation and supported by local commissioners, aims to address documented needs for broadband infrastructure. New Era Broadband is involved as the internet service provider, investing an additional $88,000. The project will deliver speeds exceeding 100 Mbps to residences around Long Bottom and other rural areas, significantly improving connectivity for residents.

Meigs County received a $352,000 broadband grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission to enhance high-speed internet access for over 200 homes lacking such services.

'Meigs County has a well-documented need for broadband infrastructure investment,' said Buckeye Hills Regional Council Executive Director Chasity Schmelzenbach.

Thanks to the Appalachian Regional Commission broadband grant, approximately 200 homes will get access to internet service with speeds of greater than 100 Mbps.

New Era Broadband is contributing $88,000 to the project, further demonstrating commitment to provide internet services in the underserved areas of Meigs County.

Read at Telecompetitor