Consolidated Communications Expands Gigabit Fiber Internet Network in Texas Communities of Conroe, Katy and Lufkin

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Consolidated Communications (NASDAQ: CNSL) is enhancing its fiber network in Texas as part of a five-year plan to provide multi-Gig broadband speeds to more customers. The initiative will allow over 80% of Texas locations to be fiber capable, with plans for 35,000 new locations underway for 2021. The company aims to improve Internet access, supporting remote work and high-bandwidth activities without data caps or throttling. Consolidated is also expanding its services across multiple states, emphasizing its commitment to advanced broadband technology.

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• Expansion of fiber network to improve broadband access in Texas.
• 80% of Texas locations to be fiber capable upon project completion.
• Plans for 35,000 new fiber locations in 2021 are progressing.
• No data caps or throttling, enhancing customer experience.

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As part of the company’s five-year plan to expand its fiber-to-the-premises (FTTP) network, Consolidated Communications (NASDAQ: CNSL) is actively upgrading broadband services in its Conroe, Katy and Lufkin service areas. This large-scale investment will connect more customers and small businesses and enable faster, highly reliable multi-Gig speeds.

When the five-year project is completed, more than 80% of the company’s Texas locations will be fiber capable allowing customers to easily work and learn remotely, create and upload high-bandwidth content, connect multiple smart-home devices without latency and more. For 2021, planned fiber builds to 35,000 of the total new locations are well underway with Gigabit services already available in some areas.

Consumers can also sign up for video content available through one of Consolidated’s streaming partners with the flexibility to watch their favorite programs on any device. In addition, the company understands the importance of ensuring its customers can use the data they need to access critical services and never imposes data caps, throttle speeds or charges extra for heavy data users.

“We are connecting more people and working to deliver an even better Internet experience to our Texas customers,” said Gabe Waggoner, executive vice president of operations at Consolidated. “Our network investments will be a boon to the local economy and allow us to offer future-proof broadband technology to individuals, families and small businesses.”

Last December, Consolidated announced plans to upgrade more than 70% of its service footprint to symmetrical, multi-Gig speeds over the next five years. Network builds are also underway in California, Illinois, Maine, Minnesota, New Hampshire and Vermont.

For more information on fiber services in Conroe, Katy and Lufkin, visit consolidated.com/FiberLife.

About Consolidated Communications

Consolidated Communications Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: CNSL) is a leading broadband and business communications provider serving consumers, businesses, and wireless and wireline carriers across rural and metro communities and a 23-state service area. Leveraging an advanced fiber network spanning 47,400 fiber route miles, Consolidated Communications is a top-10 fiber provider in the U.S. offering a wide range of communications solutions, including: high-speed Internet, data, phone, security, managed services, cloud services and wholesale, carrier solutions. From our first connection 125 years ago, Consolidated is dedicated to turning technology into solutions, connecting people and enriching how they work and live. Visit www.consolidated.com for more information.

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FAQ

What is Consolidated Communications' five-year plan?

Consolidated Communications aims to expand its fiber-to-the-premises network, increasing multi-Gig broadband availability to over 80% of its Texas locations.

How many new fiber locations will be built in 2021?

Consolidated plans to build fiber to 35,000 new locations in Texas in 2021.

What are the benefits of the fiber network expansion?

The expansion will provide faster, reliable Internet speeds, support remote work, and allow for heavy data use without data caps.

Are there any data caps with Consolidated's services?

No, Consolidated does not impose data caps or throttle speeds.

Is Consolidated Communications expanding beyond Texas?

Yes, the company is also upgrading networks in California, Illinois, Maine, Minnesota, New Hampshire, and Vermont.