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Women’s History Month: Standing on the Shoulders of Giants

Rural Broadband Association

Jeannette and her husband Mike purchased Albion Telephone Company (now ATC Communications; Albion, Idaho) in 1929. Her exceptional work ethic and dedication to her community laid the foundation for the values that continue to guide ATC today. A great place to start is with Jeannette Breslin. By 1983, DTE was 100% digital.

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MN’s WCTA celebrates 75 years in business

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The Wadena Pioneer Journal reports Since 1950, West Central Telephone Association (WCTA) has been a foundation for communication in rural communities, bridging the gap between neighbors and businesses.

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Small Texas City Losing Cable TV, Keeping Internet after Network Sale

Broadband Breakfast

the parent company of Big Bend Telephone Co., while other systems in Seminole, Seagraves, and Denver City will be transferred to Poka Lambro Telecommunications Ltd.  Alpine Mayor Catherine Eaves expressed surprise at the lack of direct communication from TDS and the acquiring companies. "I

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January 2027 PSTN Switch-Off: What Services Are Affected & Why You Might Need to Act Fast

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By January 2027, the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) and Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN) will be completely switched off. Lift Emergency Lines Many buildings rely on PSTN for lift emergency communication systems. A proactive approach ensures that communication remains seamless and that operations are not disrupted.

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NCTA Urges Caution in SES, Intelsat Transaction

Broadband Breakfast

NCTA, The Internet and Television Association filed comments with the Federal Communications Commission on Monday regarding the planned merger between the satellite operators. NCTA also asserted the importance of the C-Band in critical areas such as telephone and internet services for remote areas. Telecommunications Service Sector.

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Tech IP Elevates EE Thompson’s Cloud Communication

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Elevating EE Thompson’s Communication with Cloud-Based VoIP Technology EE Thompson, a prestigious Building Services Electrical company located in Preston, Lancashire, sought to enhance its communication infrastructure to meet the demands of modern business operations. The result?

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Women’s History Month: Today’s Trailblazers

Rural Broadband Association

Currently led by Chair Roxie Jorgenson , board secretary of MTA (Palmer, Alaska), the board also includes Central Region Cooperative Director Tonya Mayer , general manager/CEO of Hemingford Cooperative Telephone Company and Mobius Communications (Hemingford, Neb.), Mary Hill has served on the 3 Rivers Communications (Fairfield, Mont.)