Placer County grant supports high-speed internet to Auburn area

Placer County is contributing $500,000 to help Wave Broadband with its $2.2 million project to bring faster internet to Auburn, North Auburn and Penryn. The grant funding will be used to support “last-mile” infrastructure to bring connectivity to businesses and residents. “The county has been tirelessly advocating for the expansion and improvement of broadband services on behalf of its residents, especially those in our rural communities,” said Jarrett Thiessen, Placer County chief information…