In this episode of Quality Living With Peaceful Support, radio voice Amanda Whittemore talks with Bill Gerski, vice president of Beacon Broadband, about the company’s mission to bridge the digital divide in rural communities in Curry and Coos County. Gerski highlights Beacon Broadband’s rapid expansion, growing its customer base from 2,300 to over 5,400 and aiming to serve nearly 10,000 upon project completion. Leveraging infrastructure from its parent company, Coos Curry Electric Cooperative, Beacon Broadband offers fiber internet with symmetrical service packages and a price-for-life guarantee. The conversation emphasizes community engagement through initiatives like the Connected Senior program, community event sponsorships, and partnerships with local businesses. Despite challenges like low population density, According to Gerski, Beacon Broadband is committed to bridging the digital divide to ensure that rural residents have access to essential, high-speed internet services.

Host: Amanda Whittemore; Producer: Amanda Whittemore

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