Oklahoma’s next launching of a broadband service project funded through the federal government will take place Friday in an area serving five east central counties.
The State Broadband Office announced that expansion projects with internet service provider CVEC Fiber will mean improved access to high-speed service in Hughes, Lincoln, McIntosh, Okfuskee and Seminole counties. The projects will significantly enhance digital access to provide economic opportunities for residents and businesses in the area.
The ceremony will held in Konawa.
Event Details:
What: Launch event for Oklahoma Broadband Office/CVEC Fiber high-speed internet expansion projects
When: 2:00 p.m., Friday, April 18
Where: Veterans Memorial Park, 600 N. State Street, Konawa, OK
Participants:
- Mike Sanders, Executive Director, Oklahoma Broadband Office
- Gary Highley, CEO, Canadian Valley Electric Cooperative
- Community leaders and other stakeholders
Event Highlights:
- Official announcement and overview of the broadband expansion projects
- Comments from key leaders and project partners
- Project launch photo opportunity
- Q&A session with the media
- Opportunities for interviews with project leaders and community representatives
Background:
These projects are among some 170 that are funded by the ARPA State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund and ARPA Capital Projects Fund that will greatly improve high-speed internet access throughout the state, but especially in rural Oklahoma. Awarded grants administered by the Oklahoma Broadband Office will connect some 70,000 homes and businesses in 57 of the state’s 77 counties.
