MAYFIELD, Kentucky — WK&T Telecommunications received a state grant from the Tennessee
Emergency Broadband Fund to provide fiber broadband access to residents inside the city limits of
Dresden as well as some locations in rural Weakley County.
The almost $1.025 million grant will provide immediate response to overcome obstacles created by
COVID-19 and allow residents to take advantage of basic quality of life, health, education, commerce
and work at home resources that are available to those who have access to high-speed internet. The city of Dresden and Weakley County will each contribute $30,000 toward the goal.
“The city of Dresden is excited to partner with WK&T and Weakley County in this grant,” says Dresden Mayor Jeff Washburn. “We are excited about Dresden becoming the first rural community to establish 100% fiber connectivity for our residents and businesses.”
The project must be completed by Dec. 15 and will provide access for about 1,120 households in
Weakley County.
“Now more than ever, we realize how essential a fast, reliable broadband connection is to our quality of life,” WK&T Chief Executive Officer Trevor Bonnstetter says. “In order to excel in school, see a doctor virtually or telework, residents must have access to the best cutting-edge technology. This grant helps make that possible.”