By Hugh Willett Dale Youngblood worked on automobiles, air conditioners and other mechanical things for most of his life. He says he can fix just about anything. “When I worked at a machine shop in Rockwood years ago my boss taught me that anything that can be made by a man can be repaired by a man,” he said. For […]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEROANE YOUTH PROVIDE SMARTPHONE TRAININGVolunteers from Roane County’s Youth Leadership Class of 2024 and Harriman nonprofit Digital Smart will be conducting a free smartphone training class in July. The class, geared to novice and intermediate smartphone users, will be held July 11 at Morrison Hill Christian Church in Kingston from 10 am to 11:30 am. The training will […]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 30, 2024 ROANEnet, a Harriman, TN-based 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to improving digital literacy, has received a grant from the state to provide computer training to citizens of Roane and Rhea Counties. ROANEnet will receive $254,079.00 for digital literacy training, according to a press release from the office of Gov. Bill Lee and the Tennessee Department of […]
By Hugh Willett Loudon County residents will be able to take advantage of free basic computer training classes to be held at the Loudon County Senior Center. The classes, which are geared toward seniors and beginners, are being conducted by ROANEnet, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Harriman. Each student that completes the three-hour computer basics class is given a free […]
Saving money on your internet and other digital services is crucial for managing your budget. Here are several strategies you can employ to save money. 1. Leverage Free WiFi Locations: Many public spaces such as libraries, cafes, retailers, grocery stores, parks, churches, and community centers offer free WiFi access. By planning your internet usage around these locations, you can save […]
In today’s fast-paced, digitally-driven world, the ability to access and utilize technology is no longer a luxury – it’s a necessity. Yet, in the scenic expanses of East Tennessee, a significant portion of our community remains isolated from the digital world. This is the digital divide – a gap that ROANEnet is passionately working to bridge. Why Bridging the Digital […]
East Tennessee, a region renowned for its natural beauty and hospitable spirit, has challenges. In the heartland of the Volunteer State, a particularly vulnerable population exists: the poor, the isolated, and senior citizens. In the rugged landscapes of East Tennessee, access to information can be a game-changer for the disadvantaged. Digital literacy empowers the impoverished to access essential resources like […]
Computer basics training that includes free instruction and a free Chromebook is available in East TN. The class is designed for those with no computer experience, said Dayle Beyer, executive director of ROANEnet, a non-profit dedicated to digital equity and access. “Our goal is to help everyone in the community become digitally literate,” Beyer said. The three-hour classes are small—usually […]
ROANEnet announced this week that it has received a Roane County United Way Community Enhancement grant in the amount of 1,000.00 for computer parts and licensing expenses. The Harriman-based non-profit said that the funding will be used to further the organization’s endeavor of providing digital literacy in Roane County. ROANEnet provides a valuable service to students, seniors, and underserved members of […]
(Harriman, Tenn.) November 1, 2021 — ROANEnet announced this week that it has received $2,500 from Comcast to provide education and digital literacy classes at their Comcast Wifi-powered “Lift Zone.” Earlier this year ROANEnet launched the first Comcast “Lift Zone” community center in Roane County. A Lift Zone offers access to free unlimited high-speed internet and computers for those who, […]