Broadband connectivity initiative continues for rural areas in Region Five
4 Mar 2019
STAPLES—Broadband expansion and exploration into the rural areas of Todd and Wadena counties continues this year with a multi-year, multi-million dollar project aimed at bringing high-speed internet access to all residents in Region Five.
The project is a cooperative effort involving regional telecommunications companies Consolidated Telecommunications Co. and West Central Telephone Association, with assistance from the Region Five Development Commission and Sourcewell.
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