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Can Broadband Save Rural America?
By Rick Schadelbauer


If the migration from rural America to urban areas is to be slowed or
reversed, the key will undoubtedly be jobs. In today’s information economy, many jobs can be done from virtually anywhere...


The Politics of Broadband Mapping
By Anna Henry


As of March 2010, 54 of 56 broadband mapping grants had been awarded.
Those grants total roughly $102 million, with the average award running around $1.8 million.

Graphic Uncertainty Surrounds Wireless Roaming Agreements
By Masha Zager


Meeting customers’ expectations for roaming is becoming more challenging for rural wireless carriers. Over the years, they have lost negotiating power vis-à-vis the larger national carriers.


Retransmission-Consent Outlook: Difficult and Costly
By Chris Cinnamon, Heidi Schmid and Adriana Kissel


In about 12 months, video providers nationwide will receive certified "election letters" trig- gering the next round of retransmission-consent negotiations.

NTCA Fall Conference Preview
By Kate Martin

Experience the NTCA 2010 Fall Conference in St. Louis, Mo., September 19–22, 2010, to be motivated, inspired, challenged and connected. Just as St. Louis was the gateway to the new frontier, your telco can be the gateway for leadership, strategic planning, innovation and financial success. This conference will help you implement new ideas and build on opportunities to deliver results.