Surf is investing more than $3.5 million across these four areas to build over 2,500 passings by the end of 2023 and into next spring, with additional passings planned in the coming year. Both residential and commercial subscribers to Surf Internet’s high-speed fiber-optic network will be able to access speeds of up to 1 gig, with the prospect of multi-gig speeds in the near future.

“Despite their proximity to larger cities like Fort Wayne and Warsaw, these four towns have been underserved when it comes to high-speed internet,” said Surf Chief Executive Officer Gene Crusie. “Where other ISPs have not seen value, we are committing our own capital to serve people who deserve to be on the forefront of digital technology, just as much as residents and business owners in larger communities.”

In a statement regarding the groundbreaking ceremonies in Pierceton and North Webster, Kosciusko County Community Coordinator Amy Roe expressed gratitude.

“Kosciusko County, through multiple broadband planning activities, including the most recent HELP program, has identified unserved and underserved broadband investment priority areas,” said Roe. “We are grateful that Surf Internet has chosen to partner with two of those areas, North Webster and Pierceton, to address those identified broadband needs and provide services for our residents.”

“We are excited to welcome Surf into our community, bringing high-speed fiber to our residents and businesses,” said Randy Cokl, president of the South Whitley Town Council. “In today’s world, broadband internet is essential in all facets of our lives, as well as business and industry. We look forward to working with Surf and making South Whitely a great place to live, work and play.”

Those who attended Larwill’s groundbreaking ceremony expressed enthusiasm. “Nice to have fiber internet with faster speeds,” said Larwill Clerk-Treasurer Renee Sills. Larwill Town Council President Lore Wolfe added, “I’m excited to bring light into the darkness.”