January Update

11:58am December 21, 2018

January Update

As 2018 comes to an end, the DTC Communications fiber build continues at speed, with some areas planned for completion by the end of 2019.

The Kennedy Creek area will be the first to see the results of the project, with completion expected in early 2019. A few other area residents will also see fiber in their neighborhoods by the end of the first quarter of 2019. These areas include Cookeville Highway, north of the Smithville city limits, as well as Plunkett’s Creek and Rawls Creek roads.

Residences in north and east Norene should have fiber available by mid-2019, while south and west Norene residences can expect access to fiber later in the year.

Improving the quality of life

DTC Communications is building a first-class fiber network as part of its mission to improve the quality of life for members and the region it serves. The goal of every project is to provide the opportunities that come with having the most advanced connectivity.

Because building a new network is a massive, time-consuming undertaking, DTC prioritized builds based on population density, the quality of current copper lines and the availability of existing services.

The cooperative wants to provide, in a financially sustainable manner, underserved and unserved areas the economic, educational and vocational benefits of a state-of-the-art internet network. Achieving these goals sometimes first means starting in more densely populated regions to make serving less populated locations affordable. The DTC Communications network expansion can now accommodate more high-cost, demanding builds.

The fiber build is the largest infrastructure project these counties have seen in years, and DTC is excited to meet the challenge. With top-notch technology and quality of service second to none, DTC fiber is building on its cooperative history.

November Engineering Update

11:40am November 9, 2018

Construction Update — November

As of the beginning of November, DTC’s construction crew has laid fiber lines in front of approximately 5,000 addresses, and with continued diligence, they hope to increase that number to 6,500 by the end of the year.

Most recently, 623 homes and businesses in north and east Milton gained access to the fastest internet available.

The following locations are currently being worked on:

• Wilson County’s Norene exchange

• DeKalb County’s Smithville exchange, north of Smithville city limits along Cookeville Highway

• Auburntown exchange, along Kennedy Creek Road

• South Carthage along Plunket’s Creek and Rawls Creek roads

Residents and businesses in these areas can expect the opportunity to be connected in the next couple of months.

Next up for construction crews in 2019 are Rutherford County’s Milton exchange in the Twelve Corners area and the Alup Mill area of the Wilson County Norene exchange.

Anyone interested in signing up for DTC fiber is strongly encouraged to reach out via the online form at DTCFiber.net. Community interest helps determine which areas will be next to receive fiber connections. Additionally, submissions from households and businesses outside of the DTC service area are helpful in the acquisition of grants for expansion.

To learn more about fiber optic services from DTC or to determine availability in your area, call 615-529-2955 or fill out the online form at DTCFiber.net to be contacted by a representative.

August Edition of Fiber Friday

12:29pm August 13, 2018

Welcome to the August edition of Fiber Friday. 

In August’s edition, Tom has many talents, but computer repair sure isn't one of them - just ask Chris and Tim.  Check it out here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vnf6CVrsKJk&feature=youtu.be

You can catch the next video on Facebook September 14.

Check back each month for a new fun episode.

July Edition of Fiber Friday

8:38am July 25, 2018

Welcome to the July edition of Fiber Friday. 

In July’s edition, we get to see some hard life lessons in negotiating between Lucas and Kadence.  Never underestimate the power of a grilled cheese sandwich!  Check it out here: https://youtu.be/DIYzeXbxETc

You can catch the next video on Facebook August 10.

Check back each month for a new fun episode.

June Edition of Fiber Friday

11:31am June 18, 2018

Welcome to the third edition of Fiber Friday. 

In June’s edition, Nick asks his co-workers about fiber on-camera without letting them know he was stopping by and video recording them!  Check out their responses here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Flvm8IO8_ZA

You can catch the next video on Facebook July 13.

Check back each month for a new fun episode.

May Edition of Fiber Friday

3:48pm May 29, 2018

Welcome to the second edition of Fiber Friday, where DTC Communications takes a lighthearted look at our new fiberoptic expansion in Middle Tennessee.

Tom and Tim work on a speed experiment that takes an unexpected turn! Check out May's edition here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RUOdn7kO2yI&feature=youtu.be

You can catch the next video on Facebook June 8.

Check back each month for a new fun episode.

Construction Update — May

3:44pm May 29, 2018

As May draws to a close, construction crews continue the buildout of fiber internet infrastructure in the DTC service area.

Dozens of new homes and businesses are being connected weekly. At this time, crews are at work in the Milton Exchange in Rutherford County, in the Smithville Exchange — northeast of the city limits along Cookeville Highway (HWY-56) — and in the Auburntown Exchange along Kennedy Creek Road.

Construction is expected to be completed within these specific areas by the end of this year, with additional areas following suit in 2019, 2020 and 2021.

Anyone interested in signing up for DTC fiber is strongly encouraged to reach out via the online form at DTCFiber.net. Community interest helps determine which areas will be next to receive fiber connections. Additionally, submissions from households and businesses outside of the DTC service area are helpful in the acquisition of grants for expansion.

To learn more about fiber optic services from DTC or to determine availability in your area, call 615-529-2955 or fill out the online form at DTCFiber.net to be contacted by a representative.

First Edition of Fiber Friday

9:21am April 26, 2018

DTC Communications takes a lighthearted look at our new fiber optic expansion in middle Tennessee.    

The first live installment of this video series can be found on Facebook. You can catch the next video on Facebook May 11.

Links will also be archived on this page in case you miss one. You can find our first Fiber Friday video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oP1evZf4Ur8&feature=youtu.be

Check back each month for a new fun episode.

Welcome!

1:54pm April 25, 2018

Welcome to DTCfiber.net, DTC Communications’ website to help us expand out fiber network. We created this site to gather interest from our neighbors for a fiber network. Fiber optics means a connection that is powerful enough to handle all your internet, TV and calling needs.

We’ve already made some preliminary construction plans but we are looking for the community to help shape those plans. We have several areas with fiber already and if you fall into one of the zones with fiber, you’ll see that noted when you enter your address. If you aren’t in one of those live areas, then you have an important job. Help us get the word out. The more interest in an area that we see on this site, the more that interest will impact our construction plans. So, get loud.

Register your home or business here today. Spread the word to your neighbors. You might find yourself surprised at what we can offer you today.

Fiber Construction Is Underway!

2:53pm April 24, 2018

Fiber Construction Is Underway!

At this time, 4,000 households and businesses have access to fiber optic internet connections from DTC Communications! This milestone is part of a larger plan to connect our entire service area to a state-of-the-art fiber optic telecommunications network.

Crews first broke ground in Cannon County, Tennessee, building fiber to the west, northwest and southwest of Woodbury. At this time, construction is underway in DeKalb County in areas north of Smithville and along Cookeville Highway (Highway 56), as well as in Rutherford County. Crews will begin work in Wilson County starting in June.

Efforts are underway to determine the timeline and areas where construction will be completed. DTC Communications is committed to completing this enormous effort in an efficient manner in order to provide fiber access to our members as quickly as possible. Help us know where to build fiber next by registering on DTCFiber.net. We need to hear from you!

For more information about fiber optic services from DTC Communications, call 615-529-2955 or visit DTCFiber.net and fill out the form to be contacted by a representative.