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Season 1 Episode 108 | 26m 23s

In rural parts of America, many residents lack access to high-speed Internet. Major carriers can’t make it cost-effective to serve low-density areas, and government funding for broadband infrastructure has been minimal. “Life in the Heart Land” explores how Virginia electric co-ops are bringing broadband to Virginia's rural communities.

Aired: 08/31/23 | Expires: 08/31/26
Distributed nationally by American Public Television
Extras
Enjoy this behind-the-scenes extra from Season 2 of Life in the Heart Land.
These excerpts from Season 2 of Life in the Heart Land focused on the topic of generation change.
Discover how community newspapers survive while serving as a trusted local news source.
Explore the balance of cultivating healthy forests and using trees for timber.
Many of Virginia’s veterans report difficulty adjusting to civilian life after serving.
Virginia has seen a spike in opioid-related deaths in the past several years.
Learn about important programs designed to help the elderly live more fulfilling lives.
While farmers rely on migrant labor, life is often difficult for these same workers.
Music video featuring Robin and Linda Williams performing the theme song of Life in the Heart Land.
Life in the Heart Land takes a deep dive into rural problems and potential solutions.
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Many of Virginia’s veterans report difficulty adjusting to civilian life after serving.
Discover how community newspapers survive while serving as a trusted local news source.
Explore the balance of cultivating healthy forests and using trees for timber.
Virginia has seen a spike in opioid-related deaths in the past several years.
While farmers rely on migrant labor, life is often difficult for these same workers.
Learn about important programs designed to help the elderly live more fulfilling lives.
Learn about the challenges facing family farms and how young farmers are finding success.
Learn how federal recognition has had a positive impact on the Monacan Nation.
Learn how immigrants in rural areas succeed as small farm “agricultores”.
Learn how a community land trust works to help people find affordable housing.