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[Press Release] American Association for Public Broadband Welcomes DigitalC’s Joshua Edmonds to Board

American Association for Public Broadband (AAPB) @aapbroadband.bsky.social · 7d

AAPB proudly welcomes Joshua Edmonds, CEO of Digital C, to AAPB’s Board of Directors! 🎉

Joshua’s leadership in Cleveland & Detroit shows the power of broadband built by communities, for communities.

Read more: www.aapb.us/post/press-r...

American Association for Public Broadband Welcomes DigitalC’s Joshua Edmonds to BoardNew Appointment Strengthens AAPB’s Mission Amid Growing Momentum for Public BroadbandWashington, D.C. | October 1, ...

American Association for Public Broadband (AAPB) @aapbroadband.bsky.social · 8d

The best first step you can take on your public broadband journey is joining AAPB. 💯

Why? Membership affords you access to exclusive resources, top industry insights, and a network of leaders by your side.

Be part of the nation’s voice for local choice and join us today: www.aapb.us/membership

Minnesota Told to Take Broadband Future Into Its Own Hands

American Association for Public Broadband (AAPB) @aapbroadband.bsky.social · 12d

In an @msnbc.com op-ed, @jamescdownie.bsky.social highlights the corporate consolidation that has led us to this moment in time, with an assist from @gbsohn.bsky.social on what can be done in the long-term to ease the strain of media and tech giants.

Read here: www.msnbc.com/opinion/msnb...

American Association for Public Broadband (AAPB) @aapbroadband.bsky.social · 14d

Earlier this month, @gbsohn.bsky.social championed Minnesota's track record of stepping in where the federal government fails to, urging Minnesotans to continue charting their own path.

Read @broadbandbreakfast.bsky.social's full recap of Gigi's speech: broadbandbreakfast.com/minnesota-to...

Gigi Sohn urged state leaders to look to local, community-led networks as models.

broadbandbreakfast.com

American Association for Public Broadband (AAPB) @aapbroadband.bsky.social · 19d

Considering starting a community broadband network? Join AAPB. 🚀

Get members-only resources and policy expertise, connect with leaders nationwide, and add your voice to the movement for local choice.

Become a member today: www.aapb.us/membership

American Association for Public Broadband (AAPB) @aapbroadband.bsky.social · 20d

Missed @gbsohn.bsky.social’s speech in Minnesota last week? No worries, we’ve you got you covered. 😎

Her full speech is available on AAPB’s website:

www.aapb.us/post/speech-...

Superior switches on Wisconsin’s first city-owned broadband network

American Association for Public Broadband (AAPB) @aapbroadband.bsky.social · 23d

Congratulations to Superior, Wisconsin, which recently activated the state’s first city-owned broadband network! 🎉

“It is the only network of its kind in the state of Wisconsin. It is the fastest network in the Twin Ports.”

Read more about ConnectSuperior: www.wpr.org/news/superio...

ConnectSuperior began making high-speed broadband service available to residents earlier this month with the completion of its fiber optic infrastructure, though the city itself isn’t the internet pro...

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American Association for Public Broadband (AAPB) @aapbroadband.bsky.social · 26d

Last week, we shone a spotlight on Cleveland’s DigitalC, which is proving what’s possible when residents take their digital future into their own hands.

The nonprofit, now expanding to Detroit, is just getting started. 🔥

Read our latest spotlight: www.aapb.us/post/meet-di...

Meet DigitalC: Building Broadband by Cleveland, for Cleveland, and Beyond

As Chief Executive Officer of DigitalC, Cleveland’s nonprofit internet provider and hub for digital skills training and coworking, Joshua Edmonds speaks with the determination of someone who knows wha...

Gigi Sohn: Far from 'on the ropes,' Arrowsic is pulling its weight - Broadband Communities

American Association for Public Broadband (AAPB) @aapbroadband.bsky.social · 27d

ICYMI: In Broadband Communities, @gbsohn.bsky.social makes the case for public broadband, calling out those trying to paint Arrowsic, ME’s network as “on the ropes.”

As she aptly states, “they’re trying to write the obituary for a story that’s just beginning.”

bbcmag.com/gigi-sohn-fa...

A little “spin” is expected. But sometimes spin becomes distortion, and that’s exactly what we’re seeing with coverage of public broadband.

bbcmag.com

American Association for Public Broadband (AAPB) @aapbroadband.bsky.social · 28d

Missed the return of the Community Broadband Film Series last week? 📽️ No problem - you can stream AAPB and @communitynets.bsky.social’s premiere of Rocketeers: The UTOPIA Fiber Story below, and stay tuned after for a Q&A!

www.youtube.com/watch?v=bjb-...

Community Broadband Film Series II - Rocketeers: The UTOPIA Fiber Story

YouTube video by Institute for Local Self-Reliance

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American Association for Public Broadband (AAPB) @aapbroadband.bsky.social · Sep 5

Arrowsic, Maine is proving what a strong community network can do.

Read @gbsohn.bsky.social’s latest in Broadband Communities on how the network is pulling its weight:

bbcmag.com/gigi-sohn-fa...

Gigi Sohn: Far from 'on the ropes,' Arrowsic is pulling its weight - Broadband Communities

A little “spin” is expected. But sometimes spin becomes distortion, and that’s exactly what we’re seeing with coverage of public broadband.

bbcmag.com

American Association for Public Broadband (AAPB) @aapbroadband.bsky.social · Sep 5

Next week, @gbsohn.bsky.social joins Christopher Mitchell
and Bree Maki for an engaging conversation hosted by the Minnesota Public Broadband Alliance!

They'll discuss the next chapter of the state’s broadband expansion. 🌐

Register here: www.eventbrite.com/e/whats-next...

American Association for Public Broadband (AAPB) @aapbroadband.bsky.social · Sep 4

Transforming one of America’s least connected cities to a model for community-driven broadband, DigitalC is proving what’s possible when residents take their digital future into their own hands.

Read our full spotlight here: www.aapb.us/post/meet-di...

Meet DigitalC: Building Broadband by Cleveland, for Cleveland, and Beyond

As Chief Executive Officer of DigitalC, Cleveland’s nonprofit internet provider and hub for digital skills training and coworking, Joshua Edmonds speaks with the determination of someone who knows wha...

Vineland, N.J., Nabs $3.7 Million Grant To Begin Municipal Fiber Network

American Association for Public Broadband (AAPB) @aapbroadband.bsky.social · Sep 3

Today, join AAPB and @communitynets.bsky.social for Rocketeers: The UTOPIA Fiber Story: a doc on how a public fiber network sparked choice and competition.

Stay for a red carpet chat w/@gbsohn.bsky.social and @ilsr.bsky.social's Sean Gonsalves.

Don't miss it!

sites.google.com/ilsr.org/com...

American Association for Public Broadband (AAPB) @aapbroadband.bsky.social · Aug 29

We love to see it! 👏 Vineland, NJ just secured a $3.7 million grant to launch its municipal fiber network, keeping community broadband momentum strong and prioritizing affordable, high-quality access for all.

broadbandbreakfast.com/vineland-n-j...

Grant from the New Jersey Broadband Infrastructure Deployment Equity program aims to expand broadband access in the city

broadbandbreakfast.com

American Association for Public Broadband (AAPB) @aapbroadband.bsky.social · Aug 27

ICYMI: @gbsohn.bsky.social spoke to Fierce Network on all things BEAD and Starlink.

Read the full piece: www.fierce-network.com/broadband/st...

Conference | AAPB Website 2025

American Association for Public Broadband (AAPB) @aapbroadband.bsky.social · Aug 26

Next week, join AAPB and @communitynets.bsky.social for Rocketeers: The UTOPIA Fiber Story: a doc on how a public fiber network sparked choice + competition. 📽️

Stay for a red carpet chat w/@gbsohn.bsky.social and @ilsr.bsky.social’s Sean Gonsalves.

Register here: sites.google.com/ilsr.org/com...

American Association for Public Broadband (AAPB) @aapbroadband.bsky.social · Aug 25

Missed this year’s inaugural public broadband conference? We’ve got you covered. 😎

AAPB’s website now features photos, videos, and key takeaways from Community First.

We’re already looking ahead to next year – stay tuned for more details!

www.aapb.us/conference

American Association for Public Broadband (AAPB) @aapbroadband.bsky.social · Aug 22

When communities build their own broadband, the results are clear: faster speeds, fair prices, and local control.

AAPB helps these networks succeed, and amplifies their stories nationwide.

Join us: www.aapb.us/membership

American Association for Public Broadband (AAPB) @aapbroadband.bsky.social · Aug 21

Thinking about building or protecting a community-owned broadband network? 🤔 We’re here for you.

As an AAPB member, you’ll gain:

Policy expertise 📄
A national network of allies 👥
Exclusive resources 💻
A powerful voice in Washington 🏛️

Join us today: www.aapb.us/membership

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American Association for Public Broadband (AAPB) @aapbroadband.bsky.social · Aug 20

Starting a community broadband network is tough. AAPB’s handbook makes it easier: covering planning, goals, financing, and more.

With AAPB membership, you gain exclusive resources, expertise and a national voice to stand behind.

Learn more: publicbroadbandhandbook.com

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American Association for Public Broadband (AAPB) @aapbroadband.bsky.social · Aug 19

She said what she said. 👏

Read Broadband Breakfast's full recap of last week’s BEAD Unplugged panel:

broadbandbreakfast.com/bead-unplugg...

American Association for Public Broadband (AAPB) @aapbroadband.bsky.social · Aug 18

How is Kendall County, IL connecting everyone from suburban hubs to rural farms with high-speed Internet?

@communitynets.bsky.social talks to Christina Burns & Zach Bachmann about the county’s broadband plan, Fox Fiber, and the partnerships making it happen. 🎙️

communitynetworks.org/content/kend...

Kendall County’s Broadband Ambition - Episode 622 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast | Welcome to Community Networks

In this episode of the podcast, Chris talks with Christina Burns and Zach Bachmann about Kendall County’s innovative project to expand Internet access through public-private partnerships and community...

communitynetworks.org