FOWLER, IND. – Mainstream Fiber Networks today was joined by officials from the State of Indiana and Benton County to celebrate the completion of mainline construction on a new infrastructure project to bring fiber optic internet to the community. Mainstream has deployed over 100 miles of mainline fiber optic cable in Benton County, allowing the first customers to get connected while also supporting future service expansions into surrounding areas. “As one of the least connected counties in Indiana, we are excited to bring a high speed fiber optic internet option to Benton County thanks to the tremendous vision of Governor …

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MILLTOWN, IND. – Mainstream Fiber Networks today was joined by officials from the State of Indiana and Crawford County to break ground on a new project to bring fiber optic internet to the community. Mainstream will construct over 80 miles of mainline fiber optic cable in Crawford County. “We look forward to bringing fast, affordable and reliable, fiber optic internet service to Crawford County,” said Bryan Gabriel, CEO of Mainstream Fiber Networks. “We thank Governor Holcomb and Lt. Governor Crouch for their serious commitment to connecting all Hoosier communities to high quality internet and a higher quality of life.” Crawford …

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FOWLER, IND. – Construction has begun on over 100 miles of mainline fiber optic cable in Benton County, which will allow the first customers to be connected and support future service expansions into surrounding areas. Benton County is currently ranked 91st in broadband service out of Indiana’s 92 counties. This means that most of Benton County’s residents do not currently have access to reliable internet of at least 10 mbps upload speed at an affordable rate. Through the state of Indiana’s Next Level Connections program, Mainstream Fiber Networks was awarded a grant in the amount of $3 million, with a …

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NEWBURGH, IND. – Construction is underway on over 100 miles of mainline fiber optic cable in Warrick County. The initial phase of the mainline construction project is taking place along Highway 68 and I-64 between Lynnville and Elberfeld, and the very first customer in the county was recently connected. Other residents in this area can now sign up for service at www.msfiber.net, and installations to addresses along this route are being scheduled. Mainline construction from Lynnville south through Greenbrier and into Boonville is also underway. Once completed, the mainline fiber will connect every town, school, library, hospital, town hall and …

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11-18-2020 We’re thrilled to announce the continuation of our homegrown commitment in Harrison County! In collaboration with the Harrison County Chamber of Commerce and Robertson Crushed Stone, Harrison County’s latest fiber broadband project is set to begin construction this month! Following a previously stated timeline, we’re expecting completion within 90 business days. The Harrison County Chamber of Commerce closely partnered with Mainstream Fiber Networks and its employees to generate community interest. Personalized letters and grassroots marketing, including yard signs and door-to-door visits, were examples of initiatives used to secure the project’s success. Mainstream Fiber Networks would like to thank Harrison …

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LEAVENWORTH, Ind. – This afternoon county officials will announce a new multimillion dollar broadband project with Sen. Erin Houchin and executives from Mainstream Fiber Networks. This project will connect roughly 1,041 unserved households, 128 businesses and 25 anchor institutions in Crawford County. The project received a Next Level Connections grant in the amount roughly $3.06 million, with a local match of more than $2.71 million, for a total project cost of more than $5.77 million. When: Wednesday, September 9, 2020 at 1:30 p.m. Where: South Crawford Elementary 346 East State Road 62 Leavenworth, IN 47137 Participants in the news conference …

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NASHVILLE, Ind. – In response to the growing need for greater Internet connectivity during the COVID-19 crisis, Hoosier fiber optic broadband company Mainstream Fiber Networks has created 11 free public Wi-Fi access points across southern Indiana. “During this challenging time we want to make sure our friends and neighbors have access to broadband when they need it most,” said Bryan Gabriel, founder and CEO of Mainstream Fiber Networks. “These public Wi-Fi access points will allow students to continue e-learning, employees to stay connected with their workplace, and families to remain in touch with loved ones.” Community members who wish to …

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When constructing our fiber optic network, we use a combination of aerial and underground construction. While many customers understand how aerial construction works, we often get several questions about how we install underground. Here we’ll address some of those questions. What to Expect During Installation When installing fiber optic to your home, we generally follow existing utilities in the area, either aerial or underground. If it is determined that a new fiber optic cable needs to be installed underground, a technician will contact you to ask some questions about your property. Some of these questions include: Do you have a …

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INDIANAPOLIS —Governor Eric J. Holcomb today announced the Next Level Broadband program has awarded an additional $6.3 million in funding to bring the first round total to $28.4 million for 14 broadband expansion infrastructure projects across the state. The total first round funding will provide broadband infrastructure to more than 11,300 homes and commercial locations in 18 counties. “In the 21st century, high quality, affordable broadband is essential to the success of Hoosiers and our state,” Gov. Holcomb said. “Economic development, the health of our citizens and our quality of life will be directly impacted by expanding broadband to these …

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Beginning on Wednesday, July 25th next week, and concluding on August 1st, Mainstream Fiber is organizing a scavenger hunt in Harrison County called “Follow the Fiber”. What is “Follow the Fiber?”  Well, you may have noticed our trucks and workers all along Harrison County, building a fiber optic infrastructure, this has all been to finish the Harrison County Loop, a massive project where we built over 115 miles of fiber optic infrastructure all around Harrison County, and the loop itself is getting close to being finished.  In order to celebrate, we’ve decided to put on this event.  As stated above, …

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