Michigan is investing in bringing high-speed internet to more consumers than ever. The latest round of investments has granted over $3 million to Michigan communities with a significant portion going to Duke Broadband in St. Clair County.
The Ira Expansion project has a total price tag of over $1.3 million. The Connecting Michigan Communities Grant will award over $858,000 toward the project.
The proposed fiber project will connect 367 locations with high-speed internet access.
This is the fourth round of awards as part of an initiative to expand broadband service to underserved areas in Michigan.
The Michigan High-Speed Internet Office is working to drive down costs and boost digital literacy along with expanding service. Training materials will be provided to residents in the expanded service area, along with collaboration with community groups to host events to promote e-learning, job, and workforce training.
Funding also went to projects in Menominee and Manistee counties.
Reporting for WGRT – Jennie McClelland
