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Nex-Tech Loans $100,000 to Support Restaurant in Stockton, KS
LENORA, KS, May 9, 2025- Nex-Tech has made a $100,000 loan to support the effort of 1872 Restaurant and Events to open an Italian restaurant and offer other entertainment services to the people of Stockton KS, and the surrounding area. The loan was made possible through the Nex-Tech Revolving Loan Fund, which provides funds to eligible local businesses to create employment and contribute to sustaining the local economy. The loan is a testament to our commitment to making life better for the customers and communities we serve.
Nex-Tech Endorses Lowering Broadband Costs for Consumers Act of 2025
Lenora, KS, May 7, 2025- Nex-Tech, a leading provider of broadband services in rural Kansas, announces its support for the reintroduction of the Lower Broadband Costs for Consumers Act of 2025. This legislation, sponsored by Senators Mullin, Kelly and Crapo, provides common-sense reform of the Universal Service Fund which allows regulated service providers in high-cost rural areas to build, enhance and maintain broadband infrastructure and accessibility in rural areas, ensuring that communities across the nation have access to reliable and high-speed internet, similarly supporting Lifeline for low income families, E-Rate for schools and libraries, and a rural telehealth program.
Nex-Tech Endorses the Reintroduction of the LAST ACRE Act
Lenora, KS, May 7, 2025- Nex-Tech announces its support for the reintroduction of the LAST ACRE Act, a significant piece of legislation aimed at enhancing precision agriculture connectivity and expanding high-speed Internet access across rural agricultural lands. This act, officially titled the “Linking Access to Spur Technology for Agriculture Connectivity in Rural Environments Act of 2025,” seeks to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish a comprehensive Last Acre Program.
Nex-Tech announces a donation to Cradle to Crayons
Moundridge, KS – March 19, 2025 – Nex-Tech is proud to announce a generous donation of $5,000 to Cradle to Crayons, a local non-profit organization dedicated to providing essential resources and support to children and families. This contribution underscores Nex-Tech’s commitment to fostering community development and supporting early childhood education.
Nex-Tech’s Chief Operating Officer, Michael Pollock, Receives NTCA-The Rural Broadband Association Award of Excellence
Hays, KS, March 13, 2025 — During NTCA-The Rural Broadband Association’s RTIME Conference in San Antonio in February, Shirley Bloomfield, NTCA CEO, honored Michael Pollock, Nex-Tech’s Chief Operating Officer, with the nationally-recognized Key Employee Award of Excellence. The Key Employee Award of Excellence recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to a company’s growth and success in areas such as engineering, data processing, customer relations or general administration.
Myron Keller Appointed to Nex-Tech’s Board of Directors for Zone 4
LENORA, KS, March 3, 2025—Nex-Tech is pleased to announce the appointment of Myron Keller as the newest member of Nex-Tech’s Board of Directors. Myron will serve as the Director for Zone 4, which includes Palco, Zurich, Damar, Logan, Prairie View, Long Island, Woodruff, and Woodston. He will succeed the current Director, Glenn Lambert, who is set to retire on March 1, 2025, after 30 years of service. Myron’s appointment will be effective on March 1, 2025.
Tim Brush Appointed to Nex-Tech’s Board of Directors for Zone 5
LENORA, KS, December 23, 2024—Nex-Tech is proud to announce the appointment of Tim Brush as the newest member of Nex-Tech’s Board of Directors. Tim will serve as the Director for Zone 5, which includes Gaylord, Osborne, and Downs. He will succeed the current Director, Don Heiland, who is set to retire on December 31, 2024, after 15 years of service. Tim’s appointment will be effective on January 1, 2025.
Nex-Tech Announces Re-Election of CEO Jimmy Todd to Fiber Broadband Association’s Board of Directors
Lenora, KS 12/19/2024 – Nex-Tech is proud to announce the re-election of our CEO and General Manager, Jimmy Todd, to the Fiber Broadband Association’s (FBA) Board of Directors for a second consecutive three-year term. This re-election underscores Jimmy Todd’s unwavering commitment and significant contributions to the fiber broadband industry.
Nex-Tech Announces Fiber Build in Oberlin
Lenora, KS – November 26, 2024 – Nex-Tech is excited to announce the upcoming construction of a state-of-the-art fiber Internet network in the town of Oberlin, Kansas. This significant infrastructure project is set to begin in April 2025, marking a major milestone in enhancing the digital connectivity for the residents and businesses of Oberlin.
Sevier Awarded Dr. Charles Kao Award for His Lifelong Commitment to Advancing Connectivity in Rural America
LENORA, Ks, November 13, 2024—Nex-Tech is proud to announce that Larry Sevier, former CEO and General Manager of Nex-Tech, has been awarded the 2024 Dr. Charles Kao Award by the Fiber Broadband Association.
Nex-Tech’s powerful fiber-to-the-premise technology delivers the highest quality Internet, with speeds up to 1 Gig, streaming TV, home security, and local and long distance phone service. Nex-Tech also provides an array of enterprise solutions including cloud services, Hosted PBX, network security, managed IT, physical security and surveillance, advertising solutions, and network operations monitoring to business clients nationwide.
Nex-Tech focuses on providing the best technology and support with the best people. With stores in more than 20 locations, a full-service Help Desk and 24-hour Network Operations Center, Nex-Tech customers are ensured unsurpassed technology and support. Headquartered in Lenora, Kansas, Nex-Tech has been delivering exceptional service for more than 65 years.