Kentucky Rural Broadband Association

08/26/2026

We had a great time networking with our peers and members yesterday at KYRBA’s Summer Managers Meeting!

A big thank-you to our sponsors for their generous support and to everyone who helped make the event a success. We look forward to seeing everyone at our next event!

If you haven’t registered yet for the KYRBA/TNBA event, be sure to secure your spot today!

08/26/2026

KYRBA had a productive morning welcoming Kentucky Secretary of State Michael G. Adams, Representative Jason Nemes, and Representative Joshua Watkins, MBA, PMP, to our Summer Managers Meeting.

Thank you to each of them for taking time out of their busy schedules to meet with our members, share their perspectives, and help keep us informed on the important issues facing Kentucky.

We appreciate their time, insight, and continued engagement with Kentucky’s broadband industry.

08/18/2026

Today is the last day to register! We have a great crowd and speaker line up. You will not want to miss out. Register here: kyrba.org

08/13/2026

Sponsorship Deadline TOMORROW.

We are so grateful for all of our speakers and sponsors who are helping make our upcoming Summer Managers Meeting a success!

⏰ Tomorrow is the deadline to become a sponsor
📅 Tuesday is the final day to register for the events

We can’t wait to see you in less than two weeks! It’s going to be a great meeting, and we look forward to being together

Join KYRBA for our Summer Managers Meeting on August 25–26 in Louisville. If you're a manager or premium associate, this is a great opportunity to connect with industry peers, expand your network, and hear from informative speakers covering the latest and most relevant topics in broadband.

Don't miss this chance to gain valuable insights, share ideas, and stay ahead of industry trends.

❄️ Beat the heat and cool off with us in Louisville!

Register/sponsor today at kyrba.org

08/10/2026

📣 Speaker Alert!

KYRBA has finalized its Summer Managers Meeting program, and we are honored to welcome two distinguished panelists: House Majority Whip Representative Jason Nemes (R) and House Minority Whip Joshua Watkins (D).

They will provide an update on the 2026 legislative session and discuss what the 2027 General Assembly plans to address during the upcoming short session.

KYRBA thanks both gentlemen for joining us and looks forward to an engaging and informative discussion!

Join KYRBA for our Summer Managers Meeting on August 25–26 in Louisville. If you're a manager or premium associate, this is a great opportunity to connect with industry peers, expand your network, and hear from informative speakers covering the latest and most relevant topics in broadband.

Don't miss this chance to gain valuable insights, share ideas, and stay ahead of industry trends.

❄️ Beat the heat and cool off with us in Louisville!

Register/sponsor today at kyrba.org

08/06/2026

“The mountains are calling and I must go.” — John Muir

The mountains were indeed calling as KYRBA enjoyed another great visit with two of our eastern Kentucky members.

Executive Director Ryan Watts stopped by Gearheart Communications in Harold to see James Campbell before traveling to visit Bill Grigsby and the team at Thacker-Grigsby Communications in Hindman.

We appreciated the opportunity to learn more about the communities they serve, hear about the exciting opportunities ahead, and witness firsthand the beauty of eastern Kentucky.

A sincere thank you to our members for the warm hospitality. We always enjoy our time in the mountains!

08/04/2026

KYRBA is excited to welcome retired USAF Brigadier General Rob Givens, U.S. Senator Rand Paul's State Director, to our Summer Meeting later this month!

Rob will provide members with an update on the latest developments in the U.S. Senate and discuss Senator Paul's ongoing work in Washington on behalf of Kentucky and the nation. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear firsthand about current legislative priorities and the issues shaping federal policy.

We look forward to an informative and engaging discussion!

Join KYRBA for our Summer Managers Meeting on August 25–26 in Louisville. If you're a manager or premium associate, this is a great opportunity to connect with industry peers, expand your network, and hear from informative speakers covering the latest and most relevant topics in broadband.

Don't miss this chance to gain valuable insights, share ideas, and stay ahead of industry trends.

❄️ Beat the heat and cool off with us in Louisville!

Register/sponsor today at kyrba.org

07/30/2026

KYRBA continued its travels across Kentucky and beyond, advocating for expanded broadband access and stronger rural connectivity.

We were proud to sponsor the NSCL Bluegrass Night in Chicago, where we connected with legislators and discussed the importance of broadband infrastructure for Kentucky communities.

Next, we traveled to Paducah to join Cornerstone Connectivity (formerly WK&T Telecommunications Cooperative, Inc.), Congressman James Comer, and USDA Rural Development State Director Travis Burton for the announcement of a $1.3 million ReConnect Grant.

Cornerstone Connectivity General Manager and KYRBA President Karen Jackson-Furman accepted the award, which will expand broadband service in Carlisle County by funding 22 miles of new fiber infrastructure and connecting 66 locations.

For more information, read here: https://www.wpsdlocal6.com/newsletter_stories/broadband-internet-investments-improve-rural-infrastructure/article_c6b6430f-bf73-4815-b50b-905c3fa7a8b6.html

07/24/2026

LANYARD SPONSORSHIP SOLD OUT! 🎉

A huge thank you to Utility Capital Soultions for generously sponsoring the lanyards for the KYRBA Summer Managers Meeting in Louisville on August 25–26! We are truly grateful for their support, as well as the support of our other lanyard sponsor, OSP Solutions.

We’re looking forward to an outstanding meeting, and events like this wouldn't be possible without the generosity of our sponsors.

While attendee registration is now sold out, we still have a limited number of sponsorship opportunities available. Don't miss your chance to showcase your organization—secure your sponsorship today!

Join KYRBA for our Summer Managers Meeting on August 25–26 in Louisville. If you're a manager or premium associate, this is a great opportunity to connect with industry peers, expand your network, and hear from informative speakers covering the latest and most relevant topics in broadband.

Don't miss this chance to gain valuable insights, share ideas, and stay ahead of industry trends.

❄️ Beat the heat and cool off with us in Louisville!

Register/sponsor today at kyrba.org

07/23/2026

Congratulations to KYRBA President Karen Jackson-Furman, of WK&T Telecommunications Cooperative, Inc. on this well-deserved and prestigious honor! Your leadership, dedication, and service continue to make a lasting impact across Kentucky. Thank you for all you do to strengthen our communities and inspire others.

Congratulations on this outstanding achievement!

Congratulations to the 2026 Lana Garner Porter Women in Technology Award Winner, Karen Jackson-Furman. Mrs. Jackson-Furman serves as the CEO of Cornerstone Connectivity (formerly WK&T). Thank you for supporting our students and community.