Tuscumbia, AL (April 11, 2025) - TEC has completed the first phase of its Fast Fiber Internet expansion in Colbert County, bringing enhanced connectivity to residents and local businesses. This project spans approximately 26 miles, introducing faster, more reliable internet service to the area.
This Company has strong ties in our community, providing service in the region since 1968 as National Telephone of Alabama. In 1972, National Telephone of Alabama became a fully integrated part of the TEC family of communication Companies serving southeastern parts of America. Since then, TEC has continuously evolved to meet the communication needs of local families and businesses. Today, TEC is focused on expanding high-speed internet access, ensuring that residents of Colbert County remain connected in our increasingly digital world.
By utilizing advanced fiber-optic technology, the new network delivers symmetrical internet speeds up to 40 times faster than traditional copper connections, supporting essential online activities such as remote work, virtual learning, telemedicine, and entertainment.
“For decades, our Company has been committed to serving this region with reliable communication services," said Joey F. Garner, CEO of TEC. "Expanding our fiber network in Colbert County is a continuation of that mission—bringing future-ready internet to the community and supporting local businesses and families.”
ABOUT THE PROJECT
This project spans approximately 26 miles and provides access to over 400 residential and business customers, delivering symmetrical multi-gigabit speeds and home phone services to a portion of the Hawk Pride Mountain area. Multi-gigabit internet connections give the best online experience for streamers, gamers, social media users, and families using multiple devices at home. If you are interested in service, please visit www.TEC.com/SignUp or call our Fiber Team at 833-832-3423.
ABOUT TEC
TEC provides economic stability to its local service areas, employing more than 200 people across Alabama, Mississippi, Tennessee, and Louisiana. TEC has invested in and maintains approximately 4,000 miles of fiber in its rural markets. For over a century, TEC has been a forerunner in providing telecommunications services to rural America and was the first to bring internet options to many rural markets more than 20 years ago. For more information, visit www.TEC.com or find us on social media under the handle, @TECconnects.