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The Gift of William
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Podcast: Why NC Farmers Need Good Internet
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New Fork to Farmer Videos Celebrate the Community Development Effects of Farming
The NC State University Fork to Farmer Team just released four new brief videos that celebrate the role farming …
We Can All Be a SPARK!
This summer, travel is expected to have a significant rebound. Increased vaccination rates and associated declining numbers of COVID-19 …
Broadband Resources Newsletter, May 2021
The May 2021 Broadband Resources Newsletter can be found on the Community Development Portal page. It compiles several of …
A Deep Look Into Broadband in Rural America
The Foundation for Rural Service has provided a white paper on the importance of connectivity in rural America. It …
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Get Paid Promoting Rural Broadband Connectivity
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NC Festival & Events Survey Results and Resources
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Farmers Have Different Internet Needs
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Registration Open for Six Week AgVETS Training Program
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Recreation Resources Service Is Hiring!
Recreation Resources Service (RRS) within the Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management at NC State University is seeking …
Map Your Broadband Speed - NC Broadband Survey
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Get Ready for Arriving Farmworkers | Vaccine Guidance
Working in partnership with NC State Extension, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is implementing …
Emergency Broadband Benefit Program
Starting on May 12, 2021, eligible households can access the FCC Emergency Broadband Benefit funds to offset the cost …
USDA Funding Available to Assist Socially Disadvantaged Farmers During Pandemic
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Migrant Housing Internet Connectivity Program
The NC Farmwork Health Program and the NC Agromedince Institute have money to help provide internet connectivity at migrant …
New COVID-19 and Vaccine Educational Toolkit
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