Officials announced 16 counties across southern and eastern Kentucky will soon have more access to high-speed internet. The Center for Rural Development, based in Somerset, is helping to coordinate a launchpad to provide better, faster and more affordable high-speed internet to 33,000 homes. The counties included Bell, Knox, Laurel, McCreary, Pulaski, Rockcastle and Whitley. It was made possible by a $31 million project using federal and state matching funds. The counties chosen were seen as underserved or unserved. Senate President Robert Stivers said broadband is unaffordable for many in the region. Officials say the standard package, unless you want gig service, would be around $50 to $60 a month. Several companies are being used to install the fiber lines, and some may see service in as little as three to six months, but the entire project could take a year and a half to complete.
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