The task of elevating and improving the quality of life across Northwest and Central Kansas is ongoing. Nex-Tech alongside well-meaning individuals, groups, organizations, institutions, and the government are all playing their part. In the last few months, I have visited and engaged with a variety of these stakeholders in this process of community development. Like a recent visit to Osborne, KS, or an engagement with Barton County Commissioners, in Great Bend, or interacting with the City Council of Russell, or even stopping at Hill City and Moundridge amongst others. As I travel around and engage it is becoming clearer and clearer that many stakeholders are doing great work across several developmental fronts. From downtown revitalization efforts to childcare initiatives, to tourism, education, housing, business attraction, workforce development, etc; a lot is ongoing.
Nex-Tech fiber broadband and other technological solutions continue to catalyze many of these societal systems, underpinning our status as a leading Smart Rural Community Provider. Watch this recent video about the impact of Nex-Tech on communities.
We realize that the efforts of our stakeholders are critical and enable the sustenance of our communities.
Thank you once again.
Friday Otuya, Community Engagement Specialist
Community Updates
Community Engagement Specialist, Friday Otuya, reflects on community and stakeholder involvement in effective broadband development. Read the full article and watch our Salina stakeholders express their excitement about our services.
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Nex-Tech, in partnership with the Foundation for Rural Service, will be awarding up to $5,000 to eligible rural nonprofit initiatives, programs, and projects. This is an opportunity for well-meaning groups to receive financial support that can be used to do good in our communities.
Current Loans: Nex-Tech continues to support businesses and entrepreneurs through our Revolving Loan Fund and our Rural Economic Development Loan and Grant Program (REDLG). Learn more about these programs.
Nex-Tech reaffirms its commitment to employee well-being and community support. Throughout May, Nex-Tech intensified its efforts to strengthen mental health resources for its workforce while giving back to a local charity suggested by one of its own. Learn more about this story.
Some News & Happenings
In June, we hosted the Kansas Office for Broadband Development (KOBD) to demonstrate the significant advancements in rural broadband infrastructure in Saline County. Read News Release
On Thursday, May 30th, we celebrated the aspirations of three promising students, marking a milestone in their journey with a signing day event. These students, beneficiaries of the Technology Education Sponsorship, took a leap towards their future tech careers at Nex-Tech. Read News Release
In partnership with CoBank’s Sharing Success program, we are proud to support Nex-Generation Round Up for Youth by sponsoring all student fees for its Life$kills Program for the 2024-25 school year. This new funding is part of our ongoing commitment to the next generation across our service footprint. Read News Release
Please check out stories of some of what we have been up to in our communities.
Sights of Western Kansas: This section showcases the serenity, tranquility, and beauty of various locations across western Kansas. For those of us who call the region home, we are grateful for the blessings that we enjoy. 😊
Kansas Highway 283, between Hill City and Edmund, KS. This picture was taken at this spot facing south.
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Friday Otuya /əoTU:ya:/ drives our multifaceted community economic development efforts and is the Nex-Tech contact for all our loan and grant programs. His vision is to position Nex-Tech as the community economic development partner of choice in Kansas for federal, state, and local stakeholders. He lives with his wife and son in Hays, KS.
Nex-Tech, 145 N Main, Lenora, KS 67645, 877-625-7872
