Rathenow in digital awakening: fiber optic network should cost 12 million euros!

Rathenow in digital awakening: fiber optic network should cost 12 million euros!

Something is happening in Rathenow when it comes to fiber optic expansion! Deutsche Glasfaser Holding GmbH plans to invest up to 12 million euros to replace the outdated copper cables with modern fiber optic technology. But for the plans to become reality, at least 33% of households in the region must join. Marketing runs until September 26, 2025, and the first connections are expected to be activated in two years. This initiative is no coincidence; Comprehensive fiber optic expansion is also a goal of the federal government, which is aiming for a comprehensive fiber optic infrastructure by 2030, as bmv.de reports.

Fiber optic expansion in Rathenow is a trend that can also be seen in other cities. In Erfurt, for example, construction work on the subsidized broadband expansion is almost complete, and 24 schools in the city have already been connected to the fiber optic network. The Walter Gropius School is currently being connected and other schools will follow. These projects are part of the effort to create a future-proof digital infrastructure, as erfurt.de explains in detail.

Pleasing events and developments in the region

It's not just the fiber optic expansion that's causing excitement in Rathenow. The fire department in Rhinow is also celebrating its 130th anniversary with a big parade. Founded in 1895 in the Scheelchen Gasthof, the fire department now plays a central role in safety and social cohesion in the community. An occasion where tradition is celebrated and the sense of community is strengthened.

In Premnitz, however, important decisions are pending. The city council must decide whether to convert the high school into a comprehensive school. This transformation could allow students to take their Abitur directly on site, which would be a significant relief for many. An information meeting with the head of the school department, the school authority, neighboring communities and parents is being prepared before the final decision is made on Tuesday of this week. The possible introduction of the first class could take place as early as the 2026/27 school year.

Difficulties and challenges

Despite positive developments, there are also challenges: The administrative committee in Rhinow is currently dealing with a supervisory complaint against the administrative director Jens Aasmann. This complaint revolves around the controversial construction of a cell phone mast in Großderschau, in which data and facts are being collected in order to be able to understand the processes.

Another unpleasant event concerns the martial arts studio “Athletiko” in Rathenow. Unknown perpetrators deliberately damaged punching bags, technical equipment and furniture. The studio is known for training adults as well as children and young people, and the criminal police have already launched an investigation and are evaluating video recordings.

The developments in Rathenow and the surrounding area show how important it is to invest in both infrastructure and the community. While municipalities like Rathenow and Premnitz work to meet the needs of their citizens, it remains to be seen how the situation surrounding the fire department will be connected. In any case, the future of the region lies in their own hands.