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What happens after the press release

The Alabama Rural Health Transformation Program faces the difficult task of bridging the gap between federal authorization and daily clinical operations.

David L. Albright

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February 16, 2026

Alabama Digital Expansion Authority receives broadband updates from internet providers

ADECA Director Kenneth Boswell warned that Alabama risks losing over $400 million in federal funds if broadband projects are not completed on time.

January 19, 2026

Black Belt lags behind Alabama’s broadband expansion success

The Ivey administration invested $2.5 billion in expansion funds since 2018, but persistent coverage gaps remain, especially in rural areas.

Alex Jobin

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December 9, 2025

Tombigbee Electric CEO celebrates completion of fiber network in Northwest Alabama

After nine years, the ambitious project brought high-speed internet to over 100,000 rural residents across eight counties.

Alex Jobin

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October 22, 2025

ADECA submits Alabama’s final BEAD broadband proposal to feds for approval

The proposal outlined plans to extend high-speed internet to over 101,000 locations, saving taxpayers more than $800 million.

October 3, 2025

Alabama seeks public comment on broadband expansion plan

Alabama officials secured over $800 million in savings, with a plan to deliver internet to more than 101,090 locations.

September 11, 2025

Alabama teen honored with Connected Nation’s 2025 Student Broadband Hero Award

The national nonprofit has only given out four national awards in its 24 years of service. This is the first given to a student.

April 25, 2025

ADEA receives updates from ISPs on progress of broadband projects

The Alabama Digital Expansion Authority on Tuesday held a meeting to hear from internet service providers who have received grants.

March 7, 2025

Alabama Fiber Network completes middle mile grant

This phase of the network nearly fulfills the $82.5M middle-mile grant from the state’s allocation of ARPA funds.

February 11, 2025