Contract to connect 13 southern counties, hospitals almost done | chillicothegazette.com | Chillicothe Gazette

Plans for a regional fiber optic network worth about $30 million are well under way in 13 southern Ohio counties, with two local companies leading the way.
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Horizon Telecom reported its progress at an economic development breakfast Wednesday. It is in the process of finalizing a contract that will connect a fiber optic network among 13 southern Ohio counties to create the Health Care Network of Southern Ohio. Local partner Adena Regional Medical Center said it will be able to connect with other local hospitals and provide overall better care...