Fastwyre Broadband Opens Flagship Bellevue, Nebraska Store

PRESS RELEASE – April 17, 2024

Fastwyre Broadband, your hometown connection to affordable, reliable high-speed internet service delivered through a state-of-the-art fiber-optic network in communities across America, continues to upgrade and expand its Nebraska fiber-optic network in Bellevue, Blair and Wayne, Neb., providing one of the fastest internet experiences in the region. Areas historically underserved with lagging internet are enjoying incredible connectivity, from 1 gigabit per second with future capabilities increasing up to 10 gigabits per second. 

The Bellevue regional Fastwyre team invites community members to a fun Grand Opening Extravaganza at Fastwyre’s brand-new store, located at 2012 Cornhusker Road, Suite 600, on Saturday, April 20, 2024, from noon to 3 p.m.

• Fun for the entire family, featuring delicious Kona Ice treat
• Giveaways galore! Enjoy free t-shirts, water bottles and other Fastwyre swag
• Register to win prizes inclusive of 1 year of free internet service at the Grand Opening

Bellevue Store Grand Opening Specials:

• 3 FREE Months of Internet, Wire Maintenance, WI-FI Mesh
• Use Code FAST24BLV to bundle high-speed internet, TV & Home Phone
• Special discounts for military, first responders, educators, government employees and seniors

Fastwyre customers enjoy these benefits:

• Symmetrical speeds which provide equally fast uploads and downloads of rich content for a reliable, high-speed, high-quality broadband connection that allows streaming on multiple devices
• No data caps, overages, or installation fees
• Business services that include hosted VoIP phone, video, and data circuit offerings with low latency to ensure high-speed performance

“We have been delighted to serve the Bellevue area since mid-2023, and we have appreciated the support of Bellevue-area residents and businesses in addition to the City of Bellevue. We invite residents and their families to join us at our newest retail store in the Bellevue area. We are proud to deliver internet speeds up to 1 gigabit per second at affordable rates—it is a differentiator in our Bellevue service area, and we look forward to bringing this top-tier connectivity to other Eastern Nebraska communities while being committed to first-class customer service,” said Chris Eldredge, CEO of Fastwyre Broadband. “Building on our company’s deep roots in Nebraska, our connection to the region drives our $65 million investment to serve residents better and contribute to the growth of businesses.”

Fastwyre previously operated as Huntel and was founded in Nebraska in 1910. For over 100 years the company has been committed to the community. The company has evolved into Fastwyre Broadband, and it is committed to revolutionizing internet accessibility. Eastern Nebraska areas, including Bellevue, Blair and Wayne, will enjoy faster internet speeds Additionally, the area will see capacity upgrades to other Nebraska areas through Fastwyre’s participation in grant-related projects.

“Community is at the heart of Fastwyre’s mission—we are from Nebraska and, for Nebraska, deeply committed to giving back to Bellevue and the other towns we serve,” says Danny Pate, Fastwyre Chief Operating Officer. “Our network enables residents and businesses to have the best upload and download speeds available. Reaching speeds of up to 1 gigabit per second today, Fastwyre plans to offer 10 gigabits per second speed in the future. Our robust network provides our customers and the community with a link to improve access to education, technology, healthcare, and entertainment. Fastwyre’s newly built, reliable broadband network also offers attractive and affordable monthly rates as low as $34.99.”

To check service availability in your neighborhood, visit fastwyre.com/check-availability/.

For more information about Fastwyre Broadband services, residents and business owners may call its customer service line at 833-463-FAST or visit the website at www.fastwyre.com. 

About Fastwyre Broadband

American Broadband Holding Company dba Fastwyre Broadband is a premier provider of broadband services, delivering affordable, reliable, high-speed internet services to communities across America. The Company provides internet, phone, and video to customers in Nebraska, Alabama, Alaska, Missouri, Louisiana, and Texas. Fastwyre partners in the growth and economic vitality of its communities by providing broadband and other advanced services to support new business activity and job growth.

Fastwyre Broadband is a portfolio company of Madison Dearborn Partners, LLC, a leading private equity firm based in Chicago, and Catania ABC Partners.

More information about Fastwyre Broadband can be found at www.fastwyre.com.