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.
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Gov. Ivey celebrates milestone in Alabama’s Middle-Mile Fiber Network
Ivey and leaders marked the fiber network's crossing of the Alabama River, a major step in expanding high-speed internet across the state.
November 6, 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.
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Elected officials like me must continue to support policies and initiatives that prioritize rural broadband.
Metze to lead Alabama Fiber Network
AFN provides critical middle-mile connectivity to last-mile providers and community anchor institutions.
June 12, 2024
Community colleges offer no-cost fiber optic technician training
Salaries and demand for fiber optic technicians and installers are on the rise.
April 25, 2023