In a significant advancement for rural connectivity, Big Bend Telephone Company, Inc. (BBT) has secured a $25 million investment from the United States Department of Agriculture, Rural Development. The funding, complemented by a BBT capital contribution of $1,591,341, will fuel the BBT Reconnect 4 Grant Project with a total investment of $26,591,341.
The project aims to install over 272 linear miles of fiber optics across Val Verde, Brewster, and Terrell counties. This deployment will enhance internet access for more than 218 households, targeting remote areas including Comstock, Langtry, Terlingua Ghost Town, and parts of Salem’s Point, Castle Canyon, and Guajia Bay in Val Verde County, as well as Terlingua Ranch in Brewster County.
BBT’s initiative aligns with its commitment to bridge the digital divide in socially vulnerable areas. It includes participation in FCC’s Lifeline and Affordable Connectivity Programs to make high-speed internet accessible and affordable.
This investment underscores BBT’s dedication to fostering economic growth and improving the quality of life through enhanced digital access in these counties, ensuring they can flourish in today’s digital landscape.
For further details on BBT’s initiatives and services, interested parties can visit bigbend.com or contact Rusty Moore, GM & COO, at 800.592.4781 or via email at rusty.moore@bigbend.com.
About Big Bend Telephone Company: BBT, with over 60 years of service, is a pioneer in delivering state-of-the-art telecommunication services to rural West Texas, focusing on high-speed fiber internet, voice, and data solutions.
About USDA Rural Development: This agency supports the progress of rural communities, partnering with organizations like BBT to enhance economic growth and the quality of life in rural America.
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