Broadband map could cost the state millions
Getting an Internet connection in Mississippi, according to the Federal Communication Commission, should be easy.
However, when looking at the broadband map, showing coverage across the nation, Public Service Commissioner Brandon Presley said, when it comes to Mississippi, it’s just all wrong.
“Mississippi sticks out like a sore thumb,” said Presley who represents the Northern district.
That’s because the map doesn’t show the state is lacking broadband coverage, but rather that it has universal coverage.
WLOX
12/21/12
About the Author(s)
Magnolia Tribune
This article was produced by Magnolia Tribune staff.
More Like This
More From This Author
Previous Story
Next Story
News
|
Tom Murphy, Associated Press
, Aamer Madhani, Associated Press
, Jonel Aleccia, Associated Press
•
November 6, 2025
Trump unveils deal to expand coverage and lower costs on obesity drugs
Medicare will start covering the treatments for people who have severe obesity and others who are overweight or obese and have serious health problems. Those who qualify will pay $50 copays for the medicine.
