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Fiber Internet Expansion: Minnesota Cities Plan Major Upgrades

10/23/2025

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On October 22, 2025, Golden Valley, Minnesota announced plans to install fiber internet starting Spring 2026.
City Engineer Michael Ryan cites undergrounding policy as delaying progress.
Willmar, Minnesota approved the Willmar Connect broadband project with construction starting in 2026.
Willmar project is estimated at $24.5 million and will be managed by Hometown Fiber.
Midco will invest $18 million in North Dakota fiber upgrades, benefiting 36,000 homes and businesses by 2028.

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On October 22, 2025, Golden Valley, Minnesota announced plans to install fiber internet starting Spring 2026.
City Engineer Michael Ryan cites undergrounding policy as delaying progress.
Willmar, Minnesota approved the Willmar Connect broadband project with construction starting in 2026.
Willmar project is estimated at $24.5 million and will be managed by Hometown Fiber.
Midco will invest $18 million in North Dakota fiber upgrades, benefiting 36,000 homes and businesses by 2028.