Adams Fiber is proud to announce that Augusta, Illinois, has officially been designated as a Smart Rural Community (SRC) by NTCA–The Rural Broadband Association. This recognition highlights Augusta’s commitment to leveraging high-speed broadband to support education, health care, economic growth, and overall quality of life.
The Smart Rural Community program promotes rural broadband providers who are building robust, fiber-powered networks and using them to create vibrant, connected communities. With this recognition, Augusta joins a growing list of towns served by Adams Fiber that are working together to ensure residents have access to reliable connectivity and the opportunities it provides.
Adams has invested over $1.23 million in fiber infrastructure in Augusta, ensuring that residents and businesses have access to world-class broadband services. With this investment, Augusta is positioned to thrive in today’s digital economy while maintaining the close-knit spirit of a rural community.
“Being recognized as a Smart Rural Community puts Augusta on the map as a forward-thinking community where technology is not a barrier, but a bridge to progress,” said Bridgette Northern, Director of Marketing of Adams Fiber. “We are proud to partner with Augusta to deliver the broadband infrastructure that drives innovation, growth, and connection.”
With access to Adams Fiber’s high-speed network, residents and businesses in Augusta can enjoy faster internet speeds, enhanced Wi-Fi solutions, and tools that support everything from small business operations to online learning and telehealth services.
Augusta now joins fifteen other Smart Rural Communities across Adams Fiber’s service area, each benefiting from the cooperative’s investment in world-class connectivity.