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HBC Delivers the Fastest Internet in Southeast Minnesota with 5 Gig Speeds
Flight Fiber. Built for Speed. Built for What’s Next. Winona, Minn. — February 17, 2026 — Hiawatha Broadband Communications (HBC), a Minnesota-based broadband provider serving residential and business customers, expands access to its multi-gig Flight Fiber Internet...
Long Lines Broadband Appoints Joe Junck to President and General Manager; Paul Bergmann Retires After Nearly 40 Years of Service
Sergeant Bluff, IA (January 22, 2026) Long Lines Broadband today announced it is promoting Joe Junck to lead the company following the retirement of President and General Manager Paul Bergmann after nearly 40 years of service with the company. Junck and Bergmann have...
Mike Callahan Appointed President and General Manager of Burlington Telecom Following the Retirement of Mike Loucy
Burlington, VT (January 7, 2026) — Burlington Telecom (BT), a local leader in highspeed fiber broadband and community-focused service, today announced the appointment of Mike Callahan as President and General Manager, following the retirement of Mike Loucy on December...
Burlington Takes Flight with New Multi-Gig Flight Fiber Speeds
BURLINGTON, VT — December 23, 2025 — Burlington Telecom (BT) has announced the launch of its new multi-gig Flight Fiber internet speed tiers, expanding access to faster, more reliable connectivity for area residents. The new offerings are available to new customers...
Schurz Broadband Group Taps Otava to Deliver Managed Cloud Services and Data Protection Solutions to Broadband Customers
Mishawaka, Ind., September 25, 2025 – Schurz Broadband Group (SBG) today announced that it is now offering world-class data protection and managed cloud services to its broadband business customers through its sister company, Otava. As the strategic provider of data...
Orbitel Upgrades Internet Speeds for Most Customers at No Extra Cost
Orbitel is saying “thank you” to its loyal customers in a big way. September 23, 2025 (Maricopa, AZ) Effective immediately, most Orbitel customers are enjoying faster internet speeds — automatically upgraded at no additional cost and with no change to their monthly...
Schurz Communications Appoints John Schurz as Senior Vice President of People and Culture
Schurz Communications Appoints John Schurz as Senior Vice President of People and Culture Mishawaka, Indiana (September 16, 2025) – Schurz Communications, Inc. (“Schurz”) today announced that John Schurz has been appointed as Senior Vice President (SVP) of People and...
Franklin Dunn Schurz Jr., Longtime CEO and Chairman Emeritus of Schurz Communications, Community and Education Advocate, Dies at 94
A lifelong leader in journalism, Schurz dedicated decades to strengthening local media, advancing education opportunities, and fostering civic engagement. Two generations in the family business: Franklin Schurz, Sr. (third generation, front row); Franklin Schurz, Jr.,...
Schurz Communications Launches Schurz Broadband Group to Accelerate Community-Focused Fiber Broadband Growth
Schurz Communications Launches Schurz Broadband Group to Accelerate Community-Focused Fiber Broadband Growth Mishawaka, Ind., July 30, 2025 – Schurz Communications, Inc. (“Schurz”) today announced the formation of Schurz Broadband Group (SBG), a new division designed...
Schurz Communications Appoints John Smarrella as General Counsel
Schurz Communications Appoints John Smarrella as General Counsel MISHAWAKA, Ind., July 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Schurz Communications, Inc. (“Schurz”) today announced that John Smarrella, Esq. has been appointed as General Counsel, effective July 28, 2025. As...
FLIGHT FIBER Connects Taneytown to the Future
FLIGHT FIBER Connects Taneytown to the Future Antietam delivers 5 Gig - Carroll County's Fastest Broadband Hagerstown, MD – July 16, 2025 – The digital future has arrived in Taneytown! Antietam Broadband is pleased to announce the official launch of FLIGHT FIBER, a...
NKTelco Supercharges FLIGHT FIBER
NKTelco Supercharges FLIGHT FIBER More Speed. More Innovation. More Power to Connect New Knoxville, Ohio – July 15, 2025 — NKTelco, Ohio’s hometown broadband leader, is once again redefining what is possible with internet service. With the launch of ultra-fast,...
Flight Fiber Expands to Manchester, MD!
FLIGHT FIBER by Antietam Broadband Expands to Manchester, MD Fastest Residential Internet Speeds in Carroll County Hagerstown, MD – May 13, 2025 – Manchester residents and businesses have entered a new era of ultra-fast reliable internet connectivity. The expansion of...
FLIGHT FIBER by Antietam Broadband Continues to Expand
FLIGHT FIBER by Antietam Broadband Continues to Expand 100% Fiber Investment Keeps Growing in Washington County Hagerstown, MD (April 10, 2025) – Antietam Broadband is expanding FLIGHT FIBER, its next-generation 100% fiber network, in Washington County. This upgrade...
Hiawatha Broadband Communications Appoints Dan Wigger as President and General Manager
Hiawatha Broadband Communications Appoints Dan Wigger as President and General Manager Dan Pecarina Retires After More than 25 Years of Service Winona, MN (March 17, 2025) – Hiawatha Broadband Communications, Inc. (HBC) today announced that Dan Wigger has been...
