Post-Thanksgiving Connections: Celebrating Broadband Heroes and Innovations
Bonfire Infrastructure Group
Eradicating digital inequity through broadband planning, engineering, construction, and fiber operations
Welcome to Broadband Heroes: Post-Thanksgiving Edition – Celebrating Connection and Gratitude
As we step into the holiday season, we’re reflecting on the incredible power of connection—not just the digital kind that binds our communities, but the personal connections that bring meaning to our lives.
This Thanksgiving, we were reminded of the trailblazers, communities, and innovators who make broadband access possible. Thanks to your dedication, more people can stay informed, learn, work, and thrive in an increasingly digital world.
In this special edition, we’ll share the latest updates from the broadband frontier, celebrate recent milestones, and spotlight how connectivity transforms lives. Let’s continue building a brighter, more connected future—together. Here’s to the power of innovation, collaboration, and the community impact we create every day.
News Updates: What’s the Buzz in Broadband?
The broadband landscape continues to evolve, bringing both challenges and opportunities. Here’s a quick skim of the latest must-know headlines:
Decision Postponed on County Purchase of Diamond Drive Properties, Broadband Funding Approved | Los Alamos Reporter The Los Alamos County Council held a heated discussion that resulted in broadband funding approval while deferring decisions on property purchases.
Broadband Committee Returns $260,000 in Pandemic Funds to Kandiyohi County | West Central Tribune Unused pandemic-era funds allocated for broadband projects will be returned, leaving questions about future infrastructure funding.
The Supreme Court Will Decide the Fate of America's Low-Income Broadband Fund | MSN Money A landmark case could reshape access to affordable broadband for millions, with the Supreme Court set to decide.
Council Moves Forward on Broadband and Tables Purchase of Diamond Drive Properties | Los Alamos Daily Post Momentum builds for local broadband projects, as property decisions are deferred to a later date.
Bulloch Solutions Sponsors Foundation for Rural Service Youth Tour | Grice Connect Rural broadband provider Bulloch Solutions invests in the future by supporting youth programs.
Jade's Corner: What's Jade Up to This Week?
This week, Jade Piros De Carvalho brought her energy and expertise to Louisiana, blending jazz, warm weather, and amazing cuisine with game-changing solutions to the #digitaldivide.
At a dynamic broadband policy event hosted by Ready.net, Jade joined state broadband and industry leaders to tackle how to salvage, improve, and deliver on the nation’s largest-ever investment in broadband infrastructure. With inspiring insights and hopeful strategies, Jade assures us: don’t fret about #BEAD—the best and brightest are on it.
Jade also shared highlights from Ajit Pai’s take on #USF reform and expressed gratitude for the collaborative spirit of the event (and, of course, the ample dance floor opportunities!).
As always, keep an eye on "Jade’s Corner" for her latest adventures and expertise. For more updates, follow Jade on LinkedIn—she’s making waves in the world of broadband innovation!
Your Turn: What's Your Broadband Wish?
We’re all ears! What’s the one thing you wish your community had when it comes to broadband? Faster speeds? More reliable service? Or maybe you just want to finally get a signal in that one corner of your house.
Drop us a line with your wish, and who knows—you might see it featured in our next issue. Let’s make your broadband dreams come true.
Have a Story to Share? Be Our Guest on Broadband Heroes!
Are you driving change, building connections, or shaping the future of broadband? We’re always looking for trailblazers, innovators, and community leaders to share their stories on our podcast, Broadband Heroes.
Join us for an engaging conversation about the challenges and triumphs of bringing connectivity to communities across the country. Your insights could inspire others to take bold steps toward closing the digital divide.
Click here to learn more and sign up to be our next guest. We can’t wait to hear your story!
Until Next Time, Heroes!
Thank you for joining us on this journey to celebrate the incredible efforts driving connectivity across communities. From highlighting broadband heroes to exploring innovations in technology and infrastructure, we’re thankful for the passion and collaboration that make progress possible. As you head into the weekend after Thanksgiving, take some time to relax, recharge, and reflect on all we’ve accomplished together. Stay inspired, stay involved, and we’ll see you next time in Broadband Heroes!