Here is a look at three more statewide broadband projects that have been recently announced as part of the national broadband stimulus:

Arizona: A $10.4 million project is being launched to provide broadband access to tribal communities. The San Carlos Apache Telecommunications Utility, Inc. (SCATUI) will head the project, which is expected to expand high-speed Internet access to 6,000 people, 20 businesses and 50 community institutions. "The expansion of this crucial infrastructure will bring broadband and telephone services and provide much-needed support for homes, businesses, medical facilities and emergency personnel," said Rep. Ann Kirkpatrick. "This project will create jobs, attract new businesses and create a 21st century foundation for future growth." Read more about the project here.

Iowa: OmniTel Communications have received a $19 million grant from the national broadband stimulus to build up broadband infrastructure in North Iowa. The project will expand high-speed Internet access to 5,000 new customers and create 250 jobs. From the Globe Gazette: The immediate reward from this endeavor will be high-speed Internet service for more North Iowans. The long-term reward, in addition to the jobs created, will be the potential for growth. More business owners are coming to view Internet service as a utility, not a luxury. Access to quality Internet service has become an aid for businesses looking to grow and an enticement to businesses looking for new homes. “Broadband access is becoming a more important amenity,” said Tim Fox, executive director of the Charles City Economic Development Corp., in a story about the announcement. “It’ll upgrade our potential to be competitive in attracting business to North Iowa.” Read the full story here.

Kansas: H&B Communications has received a $6.6 million grant to expand broadband access to rural parts of the state. "We'll be able to give them services like they lived in a large community," said H&B President Rob Koch. "It's about 750 homes that we'll be passing with the fiber, about 2,000 people and then about 114 businesses will be passing with the fiber," Koch said. "Telecommuting would be one opportunity people to come out and enjoy the rural life and yet work for anybody in the world," Koch said. Read more about the project here.