Optimum to expand fiber internet to Hereford, Brownfield and Seminole in 2023

Optimum, previously known as Suddenlink, will be extending its fiber internet network to Brownfield, Hereford, and Seminole soon, the company announced this week.

The construction, which is underway, will bring fiber services to about "15,900 homes and businesses across the three cities, including 4,000 passings in Brownfield, 5,400 passings in Seminole and 6,500 passings in Hereford." Services will become available in early 2023, according to a news release from the company.

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"Optimum is excited to break ground on the construction of our 100% Fiber Internet Network in Brownfield, Hereford, and Seminole, taking us one step closer to delivering ultra-fast, reliable fiber connections to these communities," said Pragash Pillai, EVP, Chief Technology and Information Officer & Customer Experience for Optimum. "Fiber is the future of internet connectivity, and we look forward to lighting up our Optimum Fiber Internet Network and bringing residents and businesses a full-fiber connectivity experience."

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Optimum's 100% Fiber network will offer Optimum TV, mobile and home phone services, along with internet. People can visit optimum.com to learn more.

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