The following was published in the Echo Journal on March 25, 2019 by Rep. Sandy Layman This session, I’m privileged to serve on the Greater Minnesota Jobs and Economic Development Finance Division. This assignment provides me the opportunity to advocate for infrastructure and other improvements to continue developing the economies in our area and other rural parts of the state. One …
Having the Digital Revolution for Breakfast
Dargaville, New Zealand (March 26, 2019) – The town of Dargaville sits along the west coast on the northern island of New Zealand. It’s home to just a little more than 4,000 people and it’s known for farming kumara. It’s what Americans refer to as “sweet potatoes.” According to NewZealand.com, Dargaville has, in recent years, grown as a tourist destination. …
Nearly $15 Million in Broadband Accessibility Grants Announced in Tennessee
Nashville, TN (March 19, 2019) – Gov. Bill Lee (R-TN) released details on $14.8 million in broadband accessibility grants. According to the governor’s website, the funds will be used to expand broadband service to “more than 8,300 households and businesses” across the state of Tennessee. “I am pleased to announce that we are getting our rural areas up to speed …
Rural Development, Broadband Expansion Top Goals for Illinois State Agriculture Director
The following was published by Journal Gazette & Times Courier on March 18, 2019 by Rob Stroud MATTOON — Rural economic development is among the stated top priorities for new Illinois Department of Agriculture Director John Sullivan. The new director discussed rural development and other priorities, including promoting jobs in agriculture education, during his presentation Monday in the Lake Land College …
NW Pennsylvania Broadband Initiative: A Plan to Connect Residents, Schools, Businesses
Meadville, PA. (January 24, 2018) – After six months of research, the Northwest Pennsylvania Regional Planning and Development Commission, working in partnership with Connected Nation, has completed an in-depth assessment of the region’s current broadband environment and developed a Technology Action Plan to address its future needs. This plan identifies key projects and actions that can be taken to improve broadband …