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Newton-based EMC among co-ops seeking favorable ruling on power pole access fees for broadband
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Senior Equipment Operator Jeff Hopkins of Snapping Shoals EMC works to help install a new power pole to replace one high winds broke and downed power lines in Newton County Oct. 29. — Special Photo | Scott Fuss
Covington-based Snapping Shoals is among the electric cooperatives hoping a state regulatory agency does not rule they must charge telecom companies an average of 65% less for power pole usage to expand high-speed internet into rural areas.