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Kentucky Firm Secures $1.2M Grant for Broadband Expansion

9/6/2025

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Telecast Communications in Hodgenville, Kentucky, secured a $1.2 million federal grant for internet installation.
This funding is part of a $376 million initiative for Kentucky's broadband upgrades.
Owner Cam Lasley aims to deliver reliable internet to nearly 2,000 homes, targeting speeds of at least 100 Mbps.
Since 2020, Lasley has grown his customer base from 60 to 600.
He plans to hire four full-time employees and invest $800,000 of his own funds.

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Story summary

Telecast Communications in Hodgenville, Kentucky, secured a $1.2 million federal grant for internet installation.
This funding is part of a $376 million initiative for Kentucky's broadband upgrades.
Owner Cam Lasley aims to deliver reliable internet to nearly 2,000 homes, targeting speeds of at least 100 Mbps.
Since 2020, Lasley has grown his customer base from 60 to 600.
He plans to hire four full-time employees and invest $800,000 of his own funds.