“Beyond connecting us to our friends and family, high-speed broadband internet connectivity, or e-Connectivity, is a necessity to do business, access opportunities in education, and receive specialized health care in rural America today. It is a necessity, not an amenity,” said USDA Deputy Under Secretary for Rural Development Donald “DJ” LaVoy. “Under the leadership of … [Read more...] about U.S. Department of Agriculture Awarded $29.5 Million to Tombigbee Communications for Rural Broadband Investment