Nov 25, 2024
Staff from Prince George Electric Cooperative and RURALBAND recently attended the Senior Citizens of Eastern Sussex meeting to educate attendees on ways broadband connectivity can enhance their quality of life.
In light of new internet zones being opened in Sussex County, RURALBAND’s general manager, Justin Harville, began the meeting offering members insight into the internet subsidiary’s history in bringing connectivity to rural Virginia. “RURALBAND’s inception stems from the need that we saw in our area back in 2017,” Harville explained. Harville informed members of zones where the service is currently available and encouraged them to apply.
The co-op’s senior communications specialist, Brittany Tann, followed up with an interactive ice breaker of attendees identifying the ways internet can fit into their daily lives. “How many of you would love to watch The Price Is Right or The Young and The Restless on demand?” she asked. “Those types of streaming services can be made possible with internet connectivity.” Tann also explained how quality internet service is vital for the younger generation. “For many of you who have grandchildren, most of the things they enjoy doing or even them being able to do their schoolwork relies on them having access to this resource,” she continued.
PGEC’s wholly owned fiber subsidiary, RURALBAND, provides high-speed internet services available to more than 10,000 residents in the co-op’s service territory. RURALBAND packages start at $49 per month and are available to members in Prince Geroge, Sussex, Surry, and Dinwiddie (PGEC) counties. For more information about RURALBAND, we encourage you to visit RURALBAND.coop.