Austin, TX (December 14, 2020) – What is the RDOF?RDOF stands for the Rural Digital Opportunity Fund, which the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) created in 2019 to bring high-speed fixed broadband service to rural homes and small businesses where it does not exist. More than $20 billion was put into RDOF and will be awarded to broadband providers through a …
Wham! Connected Nation’s greatest hits of 2020
Published on:By Jessica Denson, Communications DirectorConnected Nation Bowling Green, KY (December 14, 2020) – Every year, during the holidays, my friends circulate this ridiculous challenge — try not to be “Whammed!” Basically, the person who goes the longest without hearing the original version of “Last Christmas” by Wham! wins. We’re not the only ones. The challenge is so popular that it …
Sen. Perry: “Covid-19 closures have shown us, now more than ever, online communication is critical for businesses, families, schools, and vulnerable populations”
Published on: December 7, 2020“Many of the counties I represent do not have a hospital or even a doctor, and broadband can help bridge the healthcare gap these rural residents face.“ Connected Nation Texas recently asked Sen. Charles Perry (R-Lubbock) and other lawmakers to share their thoughts on why expanding high-speed internet (broadband) to more Texas homes, businesses, and communities is important and explain …
First Texas Broadband Hero Award Goes to Woman Working to Expand Internet Access in Rural Parts of the State
Published on: November 11, 2020Monahans, TX (November 11, 2020) – Connected Nation Texas (CN Texas) has virtually presented the Texas Broadband Hero Award to Teresa Burnett, the Executive Director of the Monahans Chamber of Commerce, for her work to expand broadband (high-speed internet) access, adoption, and use across parts of rural Texas. “The Texas Broadband Hero Award is reserved for someone who demonstrates the …
VIDEO: Addressing the Need for Internet Access in Rural America
Published on: November 4, 2020Washington, DC (November 4, 2020) – Connected Nation (CN) was recently invited by RFD-TV to address the issue of access to internet in rural areas after one viewer sent in the following comment: “My concern is the internet in rural areas. Children facing this COVID-19 crisis, families working from home…internet in the rural area really, really needs to be addressed. …
Connect Americans Now (CAN) Applauds FCC Action to Clear Regulatory Barriers to Innovation to Help Bridge the Digital Divide
Published on: October 28, 2020The following article was published on October 27, by Connect Americans Now. Washington, D.C. – Connect Americans Now (CAN) released the following statement Tuesday after members of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) voted unanimously to adopt a Report and Order to update rules regarding TV white space (TVWS) technology. “We applaud Chairman Ajit Pai and the members of the Federal Communications …
Connected Nation Receives Excellence in Economic Development Award from the International Economic Development Council
Published on: October 19, 2020Washington, DC (October 19, 2020) – Connected Nation won a Gold Rank for its Digital Works Website, a project in the category of Special Purpose Website of the International Economic Development Council (IEDC). The honor was presented last week at an awards ceremony during the IEDC Annual Conference. IEDC’s Excellence in Economic Development Awards recognize the world’s best economic development …
Bridging the Digital Divide on Tribal Lands
Published on: October 16, 2020Lexington, Ky (October 16, 2020) – The last eight months have brought the issue of the Digital Divide to the consciousness of many who may not have been paying attention. The COVID-19 pandemic has underscored the importance of high-speed internet for learning, communicating, working, telemedicine, or just staying connected with a loved one. Much must be done to help communities …
Getting Started With Telemedicine – Virtual Appointments
Published on: October 9, 2020Lexington, Ky (October 9, 2020) – Telemedicine is transforming how we interact with our doctors. You now have access to medical care from the comfort of your home using virtual or online consultations. Using your phone, tablet or a computer, your doctor can answer questions, evaluate your symptoms, follow up on an in-person visit, and provide a diagnosis or support. …
How Being a Voice for Digital Inclusion Empowers Yourself and Others
Published on:Louisville, Ky (October 9, 2020) – As we near the end of Digital Inclusion Week, 2020, I hope that your experience over these last several days has resulted in a very personal sense of inspiration and motivation. Whether you are coming to this topic as a veteran in the fight against the Digital Divide, or as a newcomer seeking to increase …