Randolph Communications Named Official Sponsor of the Digital Skills Lab at Randolph County Agricultural Center

Asheboro, NC – Randolph County leaders were delighted to recognize Randolph Communications as the naming rights partner for the Digital Skills Lab, a cutting-edge hub to enhance digital literacy and skills in the community. The sponsor-revealed event, brought together county leaders and the Randolph Communications team to celebrate this significant partnership.

The Digital Skills Lab, located in the Allen Ray McNeill Education & Resource Center at the Randolph County Agriculture Center campus (1880 US Hwy 64 E, Asheboro), is designed to offer state-of-the-art resources and training programs aimed at empowering individuals with the digital skills essential for success in today’s technologically driven world. This sponsorship underscores Randolph Communications’ commitment to fostering education, technology, and innovation within the community. Serving eight counties in the Piedmont-Triad region, Randolph Communications has been instrumental in providing internet access to rural communities throughout its service areas for over 71 years.

“We are thrilled to support the Digital Skills Lab and invest in the future of our community,” said Kimberly Garner, CEO/General Manager of Randolph Communications. “By providing access to advanced digital tools and training, we hope to inspire and equip individuals with the skills necessary to thrive in the digital age.”

Randolph County Manager Zeb Holden commented, “We have already seen programming in the Randolph Communications Digital Skills Lab through programs for Randolph County 4-H and a workshop teaching Google Apps and Tools to residents. What is offered in this lab spans many generations, and we are so excited about the possibilities!”

The Randolph Communications Digital Skills Lab will spark creativity, entrepreneurship, and workforce development for both youth and adults. This low-pressure environment will provide educational classes and workshops for people coming from all walks of life. It’s for everyone—farmers looking to modernize, seniors wanting to connect with family, job seekers, and small business owners. The lab will also host weekly and totally free one-on-one tech help sessions for anyone trying to understand a phone, tablet, or laptop. To book a free one-to-one tech help session, call 336-318-6002. This service is free of charge and is available to any resident of Randolph County.

If you would like to learn more about future classes and workshops held in the Randolph Communications Digital Skills Lab, keep an eye on the Randolph County Cooperative Extension Website Events Page, and follow the Randolph County Digital Skills program on Facebook.

The Randolph County Agricultural Center houses three county departments: Agriculture Center (Events Center & Arena), Randolph County Cooperative Extension, and Randolph County Soil & Water. Sponsor opportunities are still available, and you can view our Partnership Package to learn how you can contribute to our community’s success, which you may download here!