Efforts are underway to bridge the digital divide in rural America.
More than $42 billion in funding is being used right now to expand broadband access. However, the rollout has faced a number of delays.
CEO of the Consolidated Telephone Company, Kristi Westbrock, spoke with RFD-TV’s Tammi Arender about the program, the impact of the BEAD Program, and what to expect moving forward.
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The election results will bring major leadership changes to congressional agriculture committees in January.
The planned facility is expected to process roughly 400 cattle daily and bring new jobs to the region.
Rising milk production and lower prices are putting additional financial pressure on dairy farmers.
Producers could see additional disaster assistance considered before year-end, but the final amount and legislative path remain unsettled.
Laramie Sandquist says Nationwide’s program will equip and train 67 more fire departments in 2027, continuing its focus on preparing local first responders and educating agricultural communities about grain bin safety.