The Spark Weekly | May 31 | Broadband Access and Union Canal Tunnel

Hidden in Lebanon County is one of Pennsylvania’s most unique pieces of transportation history—the Union Canal Tunnel, recognized as the oldest existing transportation tunnel in the United States.We also bring together three leading experts to explore the state of broadband access in rural Pennsylvania and why it matters now more than ever. Featuring Zachary Adams (Center for Rural Pennsylvania), Jim Ladlee (Penn State), and Dr. Christopher Ali (Penn State), the conversation dives into how internet connectivity has evolved from a luxury to an essential service that underpins education, healthcare, business, and everyday life.