The Virginia Coalfield Economic Development Authority Has Approved Over 232-Thousand Dollars In Grant Funding To Bring Internet Access To Parts Of Wise County Virginia. The Money Is Being Provided Through The Authority’s Educational And Telehealth Access Fund And Will Be Used To Help Bring Broadband Internet Service To Just Over 438 Unserved Or Underserved Households With School Children. These Homes Will Receive Over Two Years Of Internet Service From Starlink Satellite For Free.