Lenora, Kan, 1-11-2024 — Nex-Tech, a Kansas company and leader in technology, is pleased to announce the completion of its fiber-to-premise (FTTP) buildout to its last cooperative member. Nex-Tech made a promise to its cooperative members, that they would have a state-of-the-art fiber optic connection at their homes by the end of 2023. The final members to receive FTTP were Lonnie and Michelle Houser in Quinter, Kansas.
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Nex-Tech Donates $50,000 to Norton County Regional Health Foundation
NORTON, Kan, December 21, 2023 – On Thursday, December 21, 2023, Nex-Tech extended support to the Norton Regional Health Foundation by presenting a generous donation of $50,000. This significant contribution is aimed at aiding the Foundation’s initiative to procure a state-of-the-art Computed Tomography (CT) Scanner for the Norton County Hospital.
Fiber Broadband Association Elects Jimmy Todd Board Chairman
LENORA, Kan., December 13, 2023 – The Fiber Broadband Association (FBA) announced last week it has elected its 2024 Board of Directors. Jimmy Todd, CEO/General Manager at Nex-Tech, was elected as the new Chairman of the Board for 2024.
Nex-Tech Awarded Two LINC Grants
LENORA, Kan., November 29, 2023 – On Wednesday, November 29, Kansas Governor Laura Kelly announced that Nex-Tech was awarded $1,434,960 out of the $28.5 million Lasting Infrastructure and Network Connectivity (LINC) program.
Nex-Tech Applauds Lowering Broadband Costs for Consumers Act of 2023 to Enhance Affordability and Universal Service
LENORA, Kan., November 16, 2023 – Nex-Tech, a leading telecommunications provider, proudly announces its endorsement of S. 3321 – The Lowering Broadband Costs for Consumers Act of 2023. This transformative bill underscores the commitment to equitable and nondiscriminatory contributions to mechanisms preserving and advancing universal service while alleviating the financial burdens on consumers.
Nex-Tech Gifts $50,000 to Nex-Generation Round Up for Youth Inc.
LENORA, Kan, November 13, 2023 – Nex-Tech donates the sum of $50,000 to Nex-Generation Round Up for Youth, Inc. Nex-Generation also clinches a $5,000 Community Grant offered by Nex-Tech in conjunction with the Foundation for Rural Service (FRS).
Nex-Tech Brings Affordable and Essential Services to Gem, Kansas
LENORA, Kan., October 18, 2023 – On Tuesday, October 10, Nex-Tech employees hosted residents of Gem, KS at the Community Center. Nex-Tech recently completed building fiber in the community of Gem, and the event offered residents the opportunity to ask questions about Nex-Tech’s Internet, TV, and phone services.
Area Students Accept Technology Education Sponsorship and Sign On for Careers at Nex-Tech
LENORA, Kan., August 25, 2023 – On Thursday, August 17th, Nex-Tech hosted a signing day to recognize two area students as the recipients of the Technology Education Sponsorship program, a partnership between Nex-Tech and NCK Tech. The opportunity also allows these students to sign on for future careers at Nex-Tech.
Nex-Tech Announces 2023 Scholarship Recipients
Lenora, Kan, 6-19-2023 — Nex-Tech is proud to announce the recipients of the Nex-Tech “Break the Rules” Scholarship. “Unlike most scholarship programs, this one allows high school seniors to send us any type of entry that depicts what they are most passionate about and how that has led to their chosen career path,” stated Jacque Beckman, Nex-Tech’s Youth Services/Training Manager. “We have received essays, YouTube videos and PowerPoint presentations. Our area students are very talented, and this allows them a non-traditional way to showcase their strengths and passions.”
Foundation for Rural Service Announces 2023 Scholarship Recipients
Lenora, Kan, 6-20-2023 — Nex-Tech is pleased to announce Connor Schurr as a national award recipient of the Foundation for Rural Service (FRS) scholarship program. Connor was among 42 students across the nation who were awarded FRS scholarships this year, and one of two who received the $2,500 Cronin Communications Scholarship funded through the Timothy Evan Owens Foundation.