Mediacom is partnering with the federal government to help folks struggling to afford internet services. The government has launched the Emergency Broadband Benefit Program, which could result in the receipt of a one-time 50-dollar credit to your internet bill. Phyllis Peters in the Communications Director for Mediacom. She says the process when you verify through the FCC whether or not you qualify…and she says the guidelines are pretty broad, based on your income and other factors.

You may call 855-330-6918 or go online to www.getemergencybroadband.org for more information and to apply. Peters notes that Mediacom’s internet service nearly tripled last year, due to folks working at home, as well as students learning virtually.