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Race Communications will provide high-speed fiber-optic network in Porterville as early as 2025

Several Valley cities will receive high-speed internet by next year, with Race Communications expanding services to an additional 82,000 homes and businesses as early as 2025.

Founded in 1994, Race Communications is a leading provider of fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) services and has expanded to serve hundreds of thousands of customers. The company will expand its services to the cities of Merced, Turlock, Porterville and Atwater, with each community receiving the latest in 10G Fiber Internet.

“This new expansion is one of our largest and most exciting yet,” said Raul Alcaraz, CEO of Race Communications. “Our recent growth is extraordinary, allowing us to bring reliable, future-proof fiber internet to diverse communities, from vibrant college cities to more rural family-focused towns.”

The provider’s plans start at $35 a month and include 100% fiber-optic networks, offering streaming speeds of up to 10 Gbps, as well as locally-based customer service.

“The arrival of a new broadband provider is a tremendous win for our community. Expanding high-speed internet access to unserved and underserved areas will make a real difference for families, businesses, and students across Merced,” Mayor Matthew Serratto said. “With expanded connectivity options available to our residents, we can strengthen our local economy, improve education, and give every resident the opportunity to succeed in today’s digital age.”

More information about Race Communications, including pricing options, availability and resources can be found at their website.

 

unWired to bring NextGen fiber internet to Parlier

unWired Broadband announced this week that it has begun construction on a state-of-the-art NextGen Fiber network in Parlier, expanding its services of up to 5 Gbps internet to more than 2,900 addresses.

The project, which will begin in December, is expected to be completed by April of next year, according to Business Wire.

“We are excited to welcome Parlier as the next community in our NextGen Fiber network,” said Matt Murphy, CEO of unWired Broadband. “I am confident that businesses and residents alike will reap the benefits of fiber Internet for years to come.”

unWired is in the final stages of their deployment of Next Gen Fiber to Coalinga, providing nearly 5,000 addresses with high-speed internet access.

An official groundbreaking ceremony will take place with the date to be announced shortly.

unWired Broadband was founded in 2003 and provides service to Central and Northern California in 17 counties through its network of 200 towers. The company has been recognized for its track record of excellence, including its recognition by the Fresno Bee for Best Customer Service in 2024.