CHEROKEE, Ala. (February 20, 2026) – TEC has completed a fiber broadband expansion project along Spring Valley Lane, bringing high-speed internet access to more than 112 homes and businesses in the Cherokee community.
The project included the construction of approximately 1.7 miles of fiber infrastructure, extending TEC's Fast Fiber Internet network to additional residents and businesses throughout the area. The expansion enhances access to reliable broadband connectivity that supports remote work, online learning, telehealth services, streaming entertainment, and other everyday digital needs.
"Providing reliable broadband access is essential to helping communities stay connected and thrive," said Scott Pell, President of TEC. "We're excited to complete this project and bring more Cherokee-area residents and businesses access to the fast, dependable internet service they need at home and at work."
Fiber internet offers the speed, reliability, and capacity required to support today's connected lifestyles. With more households relying on multiple devices for work, education, communication, and entertainment, fiber provides a future-ready solution designed to meet growing connectivity demands.
The Spring Valley Lane project reflects TEC's continued commitment to expanding broadband access throughout the communities it serves. By investing in local infrastructure, TEC is helping ensure more families and businesses have access to the tools and resources needed to succeed in an increasingly digital world.
ABOUT TEC
TEC delivers fast, dependable fiber broadband Internet and advanced communication solutions to homes, businesses, and communities of all sizes. With more than 3,000 miles of fiber across the Southeast, TEC is building the digital infrastructure that powers everyday life and drives economic growth. Backed by more than a century of innovation and community commitment, TEC is expanding its network to serve the underserved, while also delivering future-ready connectivity for larger markets, businesses, and communities.
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