In rural Jefferson County, reliable internet isn’t a given, and for many residents, that absence is reshaping daily life in ways both small and significant.
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In Jefferson County, Library Wi‑Fi Becomes a Lifeline for Residents Without Home Internet
At the R.J. Bailar Public Library in Monticello, the faces are familiar. Staff says locals arrive almost every day, sometimes with laptops, sometimes without seeking what they can’t get at home: a steady internet connection.
The reasons vary. One visitor might need to submit a job application. Another could be finishing a school assignment or fitting in a quick Telehealth appointment between errands. The common thread? Connectivity that no longer feels optional but still isn’t universal…