News tagged with Madison Communications

Broadband Illinois Submits Innovative Funding Request to Federal Communications Commission

Jul 9, 2012

Low-income Illinois residents in 35 rural counties could receive $2 million in funding for refurbished computers, digital literacy training and subsidized internet service as a result of an application filed by the Partnership for a Connected Illinois to a new Federal Communications Commission broadband adoption pilot program.

Central eTeam Hosts Kick-off Meeting

Jun 28, 2012

Broadband enthusiasts from twelve Central Illinois counties gathered in Springfield on June 13 for a kick- off meeting of the Central eTeam. High-speed internet access, adoption and education were hot topics of discussion amongst providers, economic development professionals, and community leaders from across the region.