Shentel Expands Gigabit Broadband to 4,900 Bedford County Homes with $24M Project
Shentel completed its $24 million VATI-backed construction project to deliver gigabit broadband to over 4,900 previously unserved homes in Bedford County, Virginia. Funding came from the Virginia Telecommunications Initiative program, Bedford County contributions, and Shentel’s capital investment.
1. Project Completion
On March 3, Shentel completed its VATI expansion, delivering gigabit broadband to over 4,900 previously unserved homes in Bedford County through a $24 million construction effort.
2. Funding and Partnerships
The expansion was funded by the Virginia Telecommunications Initiative program, Bedford County contributions, and Shentel’s capital investment, demonstrating a collaborative public-private approach to rural broadband deployment.
3. Strategic Impact
This project expands Shentel’s network across eight eastern states, boosting broadband reliability in rural markets, supporting economic development, educational access, and strengthening its competitive position in underserved areas.