Clare County First in State to Join Innovative Broadband Expansion Effort

Leaders enlist in Connect Michigan’s Connected program to bridge technology gap, boost economy, and quality of life Clare County, MI - Clare County leaders Tuesday became the first in the state to enroll their community in an innovative program that seeks to boost the local economy and quality of life for residents though increased access, adoption, and use of broadband. Staff from Connect Michigan, the statewide nonprofit promoting broadband expansion, led 16 Clare County leaders through the steps of the new “Connected” community certification program that offers a comprehensive and localized way for communities to bridge the digital divide...