North Carolina Directs $26M to Connect Rural Homes by 2026

North Carolina Directs $26M to Connect Rural Homes by 2026

WASHINGTON, April 1, 2026 – North Carolina awarded nearly $26 million in stop-gap broadband grants to expand high-speed internet access to rural areas, aiming to connect 5,161 homes, businesses, and community institutions across 66 counties by the end of 2026.“These broadband projects will ensure more families can access telehealth, students can complete their homework, and businesses can compete in larger markets,” Gov. Josh Stein, D, said in a…

High-speed internet access to expand in rural North Carolina

The state is awarding nearly $26 million to connect 5,161 rural North Carolina homes, businesses, and community anchor institutions in 66 counties to high-speed internet infrastructure by the end of 2026. Photo-illustration: U.S. Center for Disease Control and Prevention Millions will be awarded to broadband providers across rural North Carolina to connect homes, businesses, and community anchor institutions to high-speed internet access. The go…