It’s no secret that access to internet in western North Carolina is a big problem. A recent study found that 73% of people in the area find that their internet access or speed does not meet their needs. IT Director of Highlands Matt Schuler has been working to help bring internet to the town for over 10 years. It’s been a challenge from all angles: legal, technological and literal - since Highlands sits on a plateau at 4118 feet at the top of Cullasaja Gorge. “Highlands is difficult to get to -