May 13th, 2024 by WCBC Radio

After an 18-month process, West Virginia has become only the second state to receive Broadband Enhancement Access and Deployment funding from the U.S. Department of Commerce.  Over $1.2 billion dollars will be coming to the state for improving reliable high-speed internet for residents statewide. Kelly Workman from the Office of Broadband, part of the West Virginia Economic Development, helped obtain the BEAD funds…

   

Governor Justice says he is excited to see the results of this historic investment in broadband technology for the state…