FLORENCE — Thousands of Lauderdale County residents will now have the world – and beyond – at their fingertips thanks to continued broadband expansion through the state.
Spectrum representatives joined elected officials, business owners and community members Wednesday to introduce Spectrum internet, mobile, TV and voice services now available to homes and small businesses in Lauderdale County.
Spectrum’s fiber-optic network construction in Lauderdale County is the result of the federal Rural Digital Opportunity Fund, two Alabama Broadband Accessibility Fund grants and Spectrum investment that will ultimately bring broadband access to more than 10,000 homes and small businesses.
“The state’s hard work to fund broadband projects is paying off in Lauderdale County,” said state Rep. Phillip Pettus. “Spectrum has been hard at work building its network and delivering high-speed internet access to thousands of homes in Lauderdale County – a big win for these communities.”
Spectrum has extended its network more than 530 miles, expanding broadband connectivity to nearly 7,000 residents and small businesses in Lauderdale County. The access to broadband will help open education, healthcare and other economic development opportunities.
“I’ve been pleased with Spectrum’s diligent work to expand its broadband infrastructure across the county, especially to our most rural and remote residents,” said Lauderdale County Commissioner Brad Black. “I look forward to a continued partnership to help bring high-speed connectivity to each home and business in Lauderdale County and get our communities fully online.”
Once buildout is complete, the Spectrum high-speed internet services will be available to more than 10,000 homes and small businesses in the county.
“Our employees are bringing a vital service to Lauderdale County,” said Thom Tyrrell, Spectrum area vice president. “We remain committed to rural expansion and are providing these communities superior connectivity at highly competitive prices, backed by a team of skilled local technicians.”
Telecommunications Day
To foster workforce development, students at Allen Thornton Career Technical Center took part in a hands-on experience of a Spectrum field technician. There was also a discussion of careers in the broadband/cable industry.
Spectrum also made a $2,500 donation to Shoals Scholar Dollars. Headed by the Florence and Greater Shoals Rotary Clubs, the organization grants scholarships to area high school students to attend Northwest Shoals Community College.
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