Comanche County, Oklahoma (February 16, 2023) – Comanche County has released the results of a comprehensive broadband survey and subsequent Technology Action Plan designed to increase high-speed internet access regardless of income level. The broadband engagement is part of the Connected Community Engagement Program administered through Connected Nation and funded by The Priddy Foundation. The program empowers local leaders and …
How digital literacy workshops create an opportunity for personal and community growth
Longview, Texas (January 31, 2023) — Digital inclusion and digital literacy are not only essential for personal development, but also for community growth. That’s why Connected Nation (CN) is committed to empowering communities and their residents with broadband and related technologies to improve basic digital skills. Through a partnership with AT&T, the national nonprofit has developed in-person and virtual digital …
Haskell County releases broadband survey results and Technology Action Plan
Comprehensive plan will help small Texas community tackle local connectivity needs and more Haskell County, Texas (April 29, 2022) – Haskell County, in partnership with Connected Nation Texas (CN Texas), has released the results of a comprehensive broadband survey and Technology Action Plan designed to increase access across the community. From September 2021 to January 2022, residents, business owners, government …
Broadband Solutions Manager shares lessons learned, connectivity tips
Sierra Sees celebrates one-year anniversary at Connected Nation with a trip down memory lane Fairview, Texas (April 6, 2022) — Confucius once said, “Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life.” We’ve all heard that adage, but that’s truly how I feel as a member of the team at Connected Nation. …
Connected Nation Texas releases final county-by-county data on internet speeds, coverage areas for entire state
More than 575,000 Texas households don’t have speeds necessary for modern technology, accessing critical internet resources Austin, Texas (February 2, 2022) – Connected Nation Texas (CN Texas) has published the fifth — and final — scheduled update to its statewide broadband coverage maps. This release includes four maps detailing the various internet speeds available in each of the 254 counties …
Connected Nation Texas and SETRPC partner to bridge the Digital Divide in three counties by launching a broadband assessment
Beaumont, Texas (January 28, 2022) – The South East Texas Regional Planning Commission (SETRPC) invites local stakeholders, community residents, and media to attend a special kickoff event on Wednesday, February 2, at 10 a.m. to discuss expanding and improving broadband access, adoption, and use throughout a three-county region. Attendees will learn about broadband access in Hardin, Jefferson, and Orange counties …
Wichita County Broadband Committee seeking feedback from local community
Wichita County, Texas (January 19, 2022) – The Wichita County Broadband Committee is urging the local community to participate in a survey about internet connectivity. Wichita County residents, business owners, ranchers, ag-producers, first responders, community institutions, and healthcare officials are invited to participate in a 10-minute survey designed to assess internet needs and uses throughout the county. Residents can complete …
Nacogdoches County releases broadband survey results, shares plan to expand and improve internet access
95.6% of households want improved or more options for service Nacogdoches County, Texas (December 15, 2021) – Slow speeds and unreliable connections are the top reasons Nacogdoches County residents and businesses are dissatisfied with their current internet service. That’s according to countywide survey results just released by the Nacogdoches County Broadband Committee in partnership with Connected Nation Texas (CN Texas). …
Texas school district to host live, student-run panel discussion during national conversation on Digital Divide
Fort Bend ISD will be one of three live locations across the country Sugar Land, Texas (October 27, 2021) – Fort Bend Independent School District (ISD) will host expert panelists during a live, national event taking place on Wednesday, November 17. Connected Nation (CN) is producing the free event titled “20 years of connecting the nation: a national conversation on …
Newton County gathers information on broadband access, adoption, and use by its residents
Newton County, Texas (October 13, 2021) – Newton County, the most eastern county in the state of Texas, recently conducted a survey to gather information surrounding broadband access, adoption, and use of the internet by its residents. Their broadband committee partnered with Connected Nation Texas (CN Texas) to survey the residents and other sectors to understand the broadband picture in …