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Senator Marsha Blackburn visiting Ritter Communications
September 29, 2022
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Tech Policy Advisor Senator Marsha Blackburn Visits Ritter Communications, Highland Telephone

With the influx of federal and state money dedicated to broadband initiatives, rural providers across Tennessee have unprecedented opportunities to...

Highland members holding Smart Rural Community designation plaque
September 29, 2022
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Highland Earns Smart Rural Community Designation

After an investment of more than $65 million to upgrade to fiber across the Highland Telephone Cooperative service area, Morgan...

Lead Tennessee Radio featuring Dr. Daniel Collins
September 26, 2022
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4-H Teens Teaching Digital Literacy to Help Close the Digital Divide, With Dr. Daniel Collins

Episode Description 4-H State Extension Specialist Dr. Daniel Collins joined the show to discuss how 4-H is training teenagers in...

September 14, 2022
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TNECD Names Broadband Grant Recipients

TNECD names broadband grant recipients More than $212 million awarded to bring fiber broadband to underserved areas NASHVILLE, Tennessee –...

September 12, 2022
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TNECD TN Emergency Broadband Fund

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Lead Tennessee Radio with Shirley Brown
August 29, 2022
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Preparing Students for Careers in Telecommunications, with Shirley Brown-Harrison

Episode Description The telecommunications industry is growing, and more people are needed to meet workforce needs. Shirley Brown-Harrison, a senior...

Cooperative efforts between local line companies and Mountain Empire Community College has provided employment opportunities for students in the Power Lineman Program. Pictured, from left, are: Dr. William Brownsberger - MECC Vice President, Academic Affairs and Workforce Solutions, Bryce Ward, Cody Gray - SCTC Operations Manager, Abbey Middleton, Mike Rose - MECC Lineman Instructor, and Jason Stapleton - PVEC Jonesville area manager.
August 25, 2022
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SCTC Develops Creative Solution to Recruit New Linemen

As the industry faces challenges to recruit and retain individuals for telecom careers, Scott County Telephone Cooperative has responded by...

illustration of homes with wifi signals above them
August 25, 2022
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Fiber Homes Helps Ensure Broadband Availability for Potential Homebuyers

As new residents flock to the Volunteer State, access to high-speed broadband tops their list of priorities. The website Fiber...

Carrie Huckeby headshot
August 25, 2022
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Register for the KTA/TNBA Fall Conference Today

We’re less than two months away from the annual Kentucky Telecom Association/Tennessee Broadband Association Fall Conference and Supplier Showcase! This...

August 16, 2022
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2022 KTA/TNBA Fall Conference and Showcase with Tyler Campbell

Episode Description Tyler Campbell, executive director of the Kentucky Telecom Association, joined Carrie Huckeby to discuss the upcoming 2022 KTA/TNBA...