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NextTech presents "Smart Rural Community" certificate as fiber build nears completion in Saline County
Summary
NextTech representatives presented a certificate recognizing Saline County as a "smart rural community," described near-complete fiber deployments and outlined a revolving loan fund and advocacy materials for the Universal Service Fund.
Representatives of NextTech presented the county commission with a “Smart Rural Community” certificate on Jan. 21, saying the designation recognizes Saline County’s near-complete deployment of fiber broadband and its readiness to attract business and support digital services such as education and telehealth.
Why it matters: NextTech’s fiber deployment is intended to expand high-speed internet access countywide, which county and company presenters said supports economic development, education and healthcare access in rural areas.
What presenters said
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