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North Carolina Launches $50M Grant to Restore Broadband After Hurricane

11/5/2025

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North Carolina Governor Josh Stein announced a $50 million grant program to help internet service providers rebuild broadband infrastructure damaged by Hurricane Helene.
The funding aims to restore connectivity in western counties affected by Hurricane Helene, where many areas remain offline.
Stein said, "We are working hard to rebuild western North Carolina."
The program uses funds from the American Rescue Plan Act and was established in an August spending bill.

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North Carolina Governor Josh Stein announced a $50 million grant program to help internet service providers rebuild broadband infrastructure damaged by Hurricane Helene.
The funding aims to restore connectivity in western counties affected by Hurricane Helene, where many areas remain offline.
Stein said, "We are working hard to rebuild western North Carolina."
The program uses funds from the American Rescue Plan Act and was established in an August spending bill.