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MEMPHIS, TN, April 30, 2024 – In a major step toward transforming Memphis into the nation’s
most digitally-equitable large city, Mayor Paul Young today broke ground on Memphis’ first
citywide fiber network.

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Wealthier neighbors get faster speeds and the advantages that come with it

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