Infrastructure Governor awards $26.6 million for broadband to Alabama communities The expanded broadband service will provide the capability to serve nearly 15,000 additional households, businesses and public facilities. StaffAugust 29, 2022
Infrastructure Broadband expansion to reach “every Alabama address” within six years The FCC is mandating 100 percent coverage of internet with download speeds of at least 25 megabits per second. Jacob HolmesAugust 25, 2022
Infrastructure Governor Ivey transfers funds for broadband expansion ADECA will deploy the funds in the coming months through grant programs to help expand access to high-speed internet service. StaffMarch 24, 2022
Opinion Opinion | Alabama’s early broadband planning, investments paying dividends today We have invested in a state-of-the-art mapping process that will be key to unlocking where we invest our money in the future. Clay ScofieldMarch 17, 2022
Infrastructure Opinion | Need for broadband expansion remains as state leaders address issue The goal of making sure every Alabamian has access to vital broadband technology is drawing closer to becoming reality. Blake HardwichFebruary 24, 2022
Opinion Opinion | Broadband expansion is on the way This is much-needed news for many in Alabama — especially in our rural areas. Beth ChapmanFebruary 14, 2022
State ADECA releases state’s official Alabama Broadband Map, Connectivity Plan Utilizing ADECA’s address-level data, Alabama will be able to more accurately evaluate census blocks that are only partially served with broadband. StaffJanuary 6, 2022
Infrastructure ADECA establishes new Digital Expansion Division focused on broadband The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs has established a new division dedicated to expanding access to high-speed internet throughout the state. StaffNovember 17, 2021
Infrastructure State seeks feedback from Alabamians on broadband access The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs is requesting information about broadband internet access and speed. StaffSeptember 22, 2021
Infrastructure Ivey: $120 million AUBix data center in Auburn to become economic catalyst The facility is designed to bring technology parity to underserved communities throughout the state. StaffAugust 3, 2021