The Regional Matters posts here aim to analyze local, regional, and national data to gain a better understanding of the Fifth District.

The newly established Affordable Connectivity Program subsidizes broadband subscription for low-income households. It may better reach targeted households by learning from other federal benefit programs.

The Regional Matters posts featured here aim to analyze local, regional, and national data to gain a better understanding of the Fifth District.

Choptank Electric Cooperative on Maryland’s Eastern Shore is an example of how many electric cooperatives are providing broadband service in rural communities.

K-12 remote learning exposes divisions in access to digital resources. A federal broadband service subsidy and new satellite technology may help bridge the gap.

Tim McGaha of Choptank Electric Cooperative offers his perspective on the company's program to bring broadband Internet to rural communities in Maryland.

Join us to discuss best practices and possible solutions for rapid broadband expansion in our region. We also encourage you to explore broadband research by our experts like regional economist Alexander Marré.

Alex Marré and Anna Read discuss how communities can maximize broadband resources.