Rusk County Mesh Builds a Local Communications Backbone

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The page describes a short-message network built from compatible LoRa radios running MeshCore, with devices passing traffic through nearby nodes rather than relying on cellular or Internet service. Its current backbone focus is Henderson Central, where the listed installation uses a 100-foot antenna and was installed in April 2026. The project reports 12 backbone nodes, seven communities reached, and operation on the 915 MHz band, while inviting residents to host equipment or help with infrastructure planning.