Brittany Smithenry, Author at Wabash CO-OP

2026 Youth To Washington Tour – Making Their Mark

Posted on July 27, 2026

Local students represent Wabash Communications CO-OP in D.C. Students representing electric and telephone co-ops across the state recently returned home following Youth Tour, a tradition spanning decades that sends students to Washington, D.C., for an unforgettable weeklong trip. This year, 49 students sponsored by 25 Illinois electric and telephone cooperatives took part in the 2026 […]

Wabash SmartTown Wi-Fi Launches May 28

Posted on May 28, 2026 (July 27, 2026)

Wabash Communications CO-OP is excited to officially launch SmartTown Wi-Fi in downtown Effingham, Flora, and Louisville on May 28, 2026. SmartTown is a free Wi-Fi network available exclusively to Wabash Communications internet customers. It is designed to help you stay connected while enjoying local shops, restaurants, events, and community spaces. This is another way Wabash […]

Update on St. Louis Cardinals Broadcasts for 2026

Posted on March 26, 2026 (May 26, 2026)

St. Louis Cardinals Update We’ve got some exciting news; you can now watch the St. Louis Cardinals on Cardinals TV, Channel 372. This channel is included in your Awesome or Rockstar TV package, just in time for Opening Day. The St. Louis Cardinals take the field today, with Cardinals Live pre-game at 2:00 PM and […]

Seeking Contractors for Fiber Optic Construction

Posted on February 11, 2026 (March 26, 2026)

Wabash Communications is expanding our fiber-optic network and is seeking qualified construction/splicing contractors to assist with upcoming projects. We are currently accepting bids for fiber construction and splicing work in Marion County, Illinois, in areas around Lake Centralia, and in Wayne County, Illinois, south of Illinois Highway 15. Contractors must have experience with fiber-optic placement, […]

Smart Ways to Say “I Love You” This Valentine’s Day

Posted on February 2, 2026 (February 11, 2026)

Valentine’s Day can sometimes come with pressure to find the right gift that shows thoughtfulness without overdoing it. Wabash Communications understands that sharing moments, memories, and time matters. We’re here with a list of practical gifts and gadgets that will help you build deeper connections and celebrate your love! Smart Digital Picture Frame A smart […]

Healthy Digital Habits for the New Year

Posted on January 6, 2026 (December 30, 2025)

2026 Healthy Digital Habits We all get 24 hours in a day, but only a handful of them feel like they’re truly ours. After seven hours of sleep and a full workday, most adults end up with just 7 to 9 hours left for everything else, including meals, chores, hobbies, family time, or simply catching […]

Scholarship Applications Opened January 1

Posted on January 2, 2026 (February 2, 2026)

At Wabash Communications, supporting our communities also means investing in the next generation. Each year, we help local students take the next step after high school through our scholarship program, and applications for 2026 scholarships opened January 1, 2026. We award more than $20,000 in scholarships annually to graduating high school seniors across our service […]

Wabash Communications CO-OP Donates $500 to Iuka Grade School for Technology Fund

Posted on November 10, 2025 (January 2, 2026)

LOUISVILLE, IL — Wabash Communications CO-OP recently donated $500 to Iuka Grade School to support its technology fund. The contribution will help enhance classroom tools and resources that foster digital learning and support student success. “At Wabash, we believe in investing in the future of our communities,” said Clint Holkenbrink, Marketing Supervisor at Wabash Communications […]

Wabash Communications CO-OP and the Foundation for Rural Service Award $5,000 Grant to the Greater Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce

Posted on October 30, 2025 (November 10, 2025)

LOUISVILLE, IL — Wabash Communications CO-OP, in partnership with the Foundation for Rural Service (FRS), has awarded a $5,000 Community Grant to the Greater Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce to help launch its new Community Leadership Academy. An eight-month program designed to cultivate emerging leaders across southern Illinois. The FRS Community Grant Program supports projects […]

2025 Youth Tour to visit Washington, D.C.

Posted on June 30, 2025 (October 30, 2025)

Local students represent Wabash Communications CO-OP in D.C. Every June, a select group of high school students from across Illinois leave their rural communities to spend a week taking in the historic sights and bustling energy of the nation’s capital. This year, 48 students sponsored by 25 Illinois electric and communications cooperatives took part in […]

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