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Beaver Island Fiber Project Set for Late 2025 Launch

10/16/2025

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On September 23, 2025, workers installed fiber conduit on Beaver Island for Merit Network's project.
The system will connect K-12 school and health center to a microwave tower in Upper Peninsula.
The project should be operational by late November or December 2025.
The Beaver Island Association received a grant to plan last-mile connections for 600 residents and visitors.
Future underwater broadband cables are planned to connect Beaver Island in 2028.

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Story summary

On September 23, 2025, workers installed fiber conduit on Beaver Island for Merit Network's project.
The system will connect K-12 school and health center to a microwave tower in Upper Peninsula.
The project should be operational by late November or December 2025.
The Beaver Island Association received a grant to plan last-mile connections for 600 residents and visitors.
Future underwater broadband cables are planned to connect Beaver Island in 2028.