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A partnership between 360 Broadband and EPC has revealed plans to construct a fiber network in Howe, Texas.
Edited by Brad Randall, Broadband Communities
360 Broadband and infrastructure firm EPC announced plans Thursday to build a new fiber-optic network in the rural North Texas town of Howe, a move officials say will bring “gigabit-class” internet to residents and local businesses.
The companies said the project will deploy fiber capable of supporting speeds up to 10 gigabits.
Dustin Reid, vice president of business development at 360 Broadband, framed the work as an investment in customer experience and community growth.
“Our network will support speeds up to 10 gigabits and is built with a strong focus on elevating the customer experience,” Reid said. “This investment ensures that residents and businesses in Howe have the reliable high-speed internet they need to grow, thrive, and stay connected.”
EPC CEO Caleb Etheridge also described the partnership as a straightforward infrastructure project with long-term local benefits.
“This project is about delivering infrastructure that communities rely on. A dependable broadband network strengthens local economies, supports families, and gives towns like Howe the tools to grow and compete,” Etheridge said, adding that EPC’s priorities align with 360 Broadband’s commitment to community investment.
Howe’s mayor and city administrator emphasized the local stakes for the city of less than 5,000.
Mayor Karla McDonald said expanded broadband “represents a meaningful investment in our people and our future,” pointing to telemedicine, remote work and education as areas that stand to benefit.
“This project helps bridge the digital divide in our rural community, ensuring everyone has access to education, healthcare services like telemedicine, remote work opportunities, and essential online resources,” she said.
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