{"id":48645,"date":"2025-08-06T18:30:00","date_gmt":"2025-08-06T22:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.westbendnews.net\/autonews\/?p=48645"},"modified":"2025-08-05T17:00:17","modified_gmt":"2025-08-05T21:00:17","slug":"paulding-putnam-to-provide-fiber-internet-to-village-of-payne-residents-free-public-wi-fi-to-town-spaces-parks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.westbendnews.net\/autonews\/paulding-putnam-to-provide-fiber-internet-to-village-of-payne-residents-free-public-wi-fi-to-town-spaces-parks\/","title":{"rendered":"Paulding Putnam To Provide Fiber Internet to Village of Payne Residents, Free Public Wi-Fi to Town Spaces & Parks"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Paulding Putnam has partnered with the Village of Payne to bring free public Wi-Fi to community spaces and fiber internet access to Payne residents and businesses, including those who are not electric members of Paulding Putnam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Through this partnership, Paulding Putnam will provide public internet of 1gig upload\/1 gig download speeds at no charge to the following locations:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Payne Fire Department<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Village of Payne Offices<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Payne Village Water Works<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Payne Community Park<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Buckeye Park<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis is about more than internet \u2014 it\u2019s about access, connection, and community,\u201d said Randy Price, President and CEO of Paulding Putnam. \u201cWe\u2019re proud to support Payne with public Wi-Fi in parks and public buildings, and to offer high-speed fiber service to all homes and businesses in the village.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIt\u2019s been an honor to partner with Payne Mayor Lora Lyons,\u201d said Nick Eltzroth, Chief Operating Officer. \u201cHer forward-thinking approach will have a lasting impact on the village. Our goal is to help create communities where everyone\u2014students, grandparents, local leaders, remote workers, and neighbors from all walks of life\u2014has the access they need to thrive in today\u2019s digital world.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Internet Service Available to All Payne Residents<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Paulding Putnam is bringing fiber internet service to the village, and everyone is eligible to sign up, even if they do not have electric service from Paulding Putnam. Residents will soon receive letters in the mail with details. Information is also available at www.PPEC.coop\/fiber, where residents can view packages and submit their interest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Community-Focused Internet with No Contracts or Hidden Fees<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unlike other internet providers, Paulding Putnam is a not-for-profit cooperative with a concern for community. Paulding Putnam\u2019s fiber internet is designed to deliver fast, reliable service with no gimmicks, just simple, straightforward plans that work for everyone. Users can expect:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Symmetrical speeds up to 1GB upload and download<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 No contracts or hidden fees<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 WiFi 6 technology for faster, more secure home networks<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 24\/7 local support<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Tailored plans for every lifestyle \u2014 from basic browsing to smart homes and remote offices <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When to Expect Fiber Internet in Payne and Nearby Townships<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Construction is currently underway in Paulding and Putnam counties, including Paulding, Blue Creek, Latty, Washington, and Monterey Townships. These areas are expected to go live with fiber service within the next 3 to 6 months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Construction is slated to begin in Payne this fall 2025. To stay informed, residents are encouraged to visit www.PPEC.coop\/fiberupdates, search their address, and complete the fiber internet interest form.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Submitting the form helps Paulding Putnam communicate directly with residents when service is available and ensures your household is included in planning efforts. Even if you are not an electric member, your interest matters and will be factored into the rollout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To learn more, visit www.PPEC.coop or call 800-686-2357.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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