Company’s multi-billion-dollar investment brings reliable, fast internet to residents of Southern Virginia who have lacked quality, high-speed connectivity options 

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — April 22, 2025 — Brightspeed, the nation’s third-largest fiber broadband builder, is now connecting thousands to its state-of-the-art, high-speed fiber network in communities across Southern Virginia. Homes and businesses in Galax, Martinsville and South Boston now have access to internet service from the nation’s fastest internet provider, as determined by HighSpeedInternet.com Annual Service Provider Review 2025.

With multi-gig speeds and cutting-edge technology, Brightspeed’s fiber network is designed for how people work, learn, live and interact today. But only 55 percent of Virginia’s population has access to fiber-optic service, according to Broadband Now. That means fewer than six in 10 are able to purchase a fiber internet plan allowing them the kind of connectivity they need to thrive in today’s economy. By the end of Brightspeed’s full buildout, more than 23,000 locations across these communities will be connected, opening up new opportunities for remote workers, families, entrepreneurs and small businesses.

The table below illustrates the total number of homes and businesses in the build plan and the number of locations that are ready to be connected.

Empowering Southern Virginia with More Than Just Speed

With Brightspeed Fiber Internet, residents and businesses in Galax, Martinsville and South Boston can finally get the connectivity they deserve:

-          Work and learn from home with confidence.

-          Experience seamless streaming and gaming.

-          Stay connected with loved ones.

-          Access critical online platforms from telehealth to emergency and government services.

Plus, getting started is easy. Brightspeed offers straightforward pricing with no hidden fees, no annual contracts, and no surprise costs.

Sales representatives will be knocking on doors in Martinsville in the next few days to tell Virginians about Brightspeed Fiber Internet available in the area.

Those who receive a visit from a Brightspeed sales representative should know:

·       Who to expect: Fully trained Brightspeed sales representatives in company-branded attire, ready to share important information about the company’s fiber internet service plan options.

·       What’s included: Information about new fiber internet services, the benefits of high-speed connectivity, and how residents can get started with Brightspeed’s commitment-free service.

·       Why it matters: Brightspeed’s commitment to closing the digital divide means expanding the availability of affordable, high-quality internet to communities that have lacked quality connectivity options.

Check Availability & Get Connected

Brightspeed offers various internet speed plans to choose from and decide what’s right for their family. Residents and businesses in Galax, Martinsville and South Boston can check if Brightspeed Fiber Internet is available in their area by visiting www.brightspeed.com/brightspeed-fiber-internet.

Brightspeed currently has special pricing offers available to residential customers. New residential customers subscribing to Brightspeed Fiber Internet service with speeds of 600 Mbps or faster receive three months of free service over a 12-month period.¹ Current Brightspeed customers who upgrade to fiber service with speeds of 600 Mbps or faster receive their first month free and a $100 reward card.²

Fast, reliable internet isn’t just about convenience, it’s about creating opportunities. Brightspeed’s expansion in Virginia helps ensure communities like Galax, Martinsville and South Boston aren’t left behind in today’s digital world.

_{1Three Months Free: Ltd avail/areas. 3 Month Free offer via bill credit in mo. 1 and reward card in mos. 6 and 12. Redemption req’d. Taxes & fees extra. Terms apply.​}

_{2$100 Reward Card: Ltd time offer; qualifying, new fiber customers only. Select plans only. While supplies last. Redemption req’d. Allow up to 14 weeks. Card issued by Pathward®, N.A., Member FDIC. Card terms and exp apply. Restrictions apply. ​​}

About Brightspeed

Headquartered in Charlotte, N.C. and with assets and associated operations in 20 states, Brightspeed provides broadband and telecommunications services through a network platform capable of serving more than 7.3 million homes and businesses. Our 4,000 employees are committed to building a future where more communities benefit from a more connected life, deploying a state-of-the-art fiber network and a customer experience that makes being connected as simple as it should be. For more information, please visit www.brightspeed.com.