The HUBZone Technology Initiative (HTI), a key advocate for digital inclusion in Vance County, has been awarded a $600,000 Digital Champion Grant by the North Carolina Department of Information Technology (NCDIT). This funding will enhance HTI's efforts to bridge the digital divide, providing underserved communities with free digital devices, expanding digital literacy programs, boosting community outreach, and developing local partnerships. Mark Williams, HTI’s Associate Director, expressed gratitude for the grant, highlighting its potential to significantly advance digital equity in the region. The grant is part of Governor Cooper's initiative to expand high-speed internet access and improve digital literacy statewide.