Broadband in Brief

Race Communications has begun work in Madera, California and Ritter Communications has named Jerry Sorrentino to a pivotal role. Plus, more broadband headlines.

By Brad Randall, Broadband Communities

Here are your latest headlines from internet service providers (ISPs) this month.

June 10, 2026

Race Communications begins network construction in Madera

Construction a fiber-optic network that will reach over 9,000 locations in Madera, California is now underway, according to Race Communications. The ISP announced the news Wednesday, labeling the project as part of their larger efforts in California’s Central Valley.

“We’re actively bringing our infrastructure to dozens of cities throughout the Central Valley, and Madera won’t be left behind,” said Jim Miller, the VP of government affairs for Race Communications. “By welcoming Madera into the Race experience, we are supporting new opportunities that intentionally align with the city’s long-term goals, including the backbone needed for a connected future.”

Race Communications has invested $650 million across California, with an additional $200 million of investment underway this year, the ISP said in their June 10 release.

Madera is located northwest of Fresno. The community boasts vibrant agriculture and a “unique blend of small-town charm and regional accessibility,” along with close proximity to Yosemite National Park, according to the community’s website.

June 9, 2026

Ritter Communications names Jerry Sorrentino to pivotal role

Jerry Sorrentino will now oversee outside plant (OSP) construction, engineering, permitting and audit for Ritter Communications, the company announced Tuesday.

In his role, Sorrentino will also operate in all markets for Ritter Communications and their fiber brand, known as RightFiber.

Sorrentino, who’s title is now VP of OSP construction and engineering, said the company is undergoing a monumental phase of growth.

“We will continue connecting customers to our services while keeping safety, efficiency, and scalability at the forefront of our efforts,” he said.

Sorrentino has 30 years of experience in telecom construction and outside plant engineering, according to the release.

June 4, 2026

GoNetspeed begins work on $4.5 million network

A fully funded $4.5 million fiber network will reach 4,800 locations in Oneonta, New York, according to GoNetspeed.

In a June 4 release, GoNetspeed said work on the network is now underway. The company said the move also represents their first entrance into Otsego County.

The ISP also said they expect their first customers from Oneonta to be connected this summer.

GoNetspeed says they serve over 30 communities statewide, including Buffalo, Geneva, New Hartford, Utica, and Waterloo.

June 3, 2026

Wire 3 plans to expand into Martin County, Florida

Florida-based Wire 3 has dropped another network expansion announcement in Florida, this time for Martin County.

Backed by a $53 million investment, Wire 3 says their newest fiber project will reach 53,000 residents and businesses with fiber once all is said and done, the company announced June 3.

Communities where the expansion will reach include Ocean Breeze, Sewall’s Point, and Stuart, Wire 3’s Wednesday release said.

Meanwhile, Wire 3 has been on a roll in recent months.

In May, the company also added Mount Dora to their network, which they say is part of a wider rollout across Lake County.

Kansas expansion project nears completion

Brightspeed says they are now almost 70% done with their fiber network expansion project in Kansas.

In their June 3 announcement, Brightspeed said work had been completed in Baldwin, Benedict, Buffalo, Coyville, Ellinwood, Garnett, Highland, Hillsboro, Hoisington, Holton, Junction City, Osage City, Osawatomie, St. John, and Sterling.

The company’s services are now available to over 40,000 locations in the state, Brighspeed says, with another 20,000 on the way.

June 2, 2026

Truvista Fiber tallies up school donations

Over $112,000 has been donated to schools and education-related programs across Truvista’s network footprint, the ISP announced June 2 as the school year draws to a close.

The company, which operates across South Carolina and Georgia, highlighted some of the programs they helped support, including the Worth County Football Boosters and internet safety training courses.

Truvista employees also volunteered more than 80 hours supporting various programs, courses, and events over the 2025-26 school year, the company said.

June 1, 2026

Omni Fiber makes an acquisition in Pennsylvania

Citizens Fiber has been acquired by Omni Fiber, expanding Omni Fiber’s network in Western Pennsylvania, the ISP announced June 1.

At the time of the announcement, Citizens Fiber served customers throughout Westmoreland County, including Latrobe, Greensburg, Mt. Pleasant, Acme, Pleasant Unity, Mammoth, Youngstown, Norvelt, and surrounding areas, Onmi Fiber’s release said.

Darrick Zucco, Omni Fiber’s CEO, called it an exciting milestone.

“Citizens Fiber has built a tremendous foundation in Westmoreland County, and we are proud to build on that legacy,” Zucco said.

Terms of the deal were not included with Omni Fiber’s announcement.

Overall, Omni Fiber says they plan to add 200,000 locations in Fayette, Indiana, Lawrence, Mercer, Washington, and Westmoreland Counties.

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