'First to Fiber' expansion brings fast internet, jobs and economic boost

CANTON, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Lumos, a leading 100% Fiber-Optic Internet and Total Home Wi-Fi service provider, announced its expansion into Stark County, Ohio, bringing an almost $150 million investment of more than 2,000 miles of its 100% Fiber Optic network to the state!

Lumos CEO Brian Stading says engineering work is already underway and construction is set to begin in 2025 which will provide homes and small businesses with access to life-changing internet.

"Lumos' goal is to provide a leading fiber optic internet solution for each business and individual, which we believe will ultimately make communities better places to live, work and enjoy today and for future generations to come," says Stading.

This is Lumos' third significant investment into Ohio, with an expansion expected to pump nearly half a billion dollars into the Buckeye State economy.

At the state level, we believe strongly in the benefits of broadband expansion," said Lydia Mihalik, director of the Ohio Department of Development. "This latest investment by Lumos not only keeps Ohio on the cutting edge in fiber technology, but it will enhance the quality of life for the people of Stark County, help local businesses thrive, and fuel economic development across Northeast Ohio!"

Lumos' 100% Fiber Optic Internet will be available in the following communities: Canal Fulton, Canton, Canton Township, Louisville, Nimishillen Township, Massillon, Perry Township, North Canton, Jackson Township, Plain Township, East Canton, Hartville, Lake Township, Hills and Dales and Meyers Lake.

"I am excited to welcome Lumos to the Canton region," says Mayor William V. Sherer II. "This investment has the potential to increase access to affordable broadband to thousands of our residents, making Canton a more connected community!"

This advanced technology is also essential for growth, says David Maley, Planning and Development Director, City of Louisville.

"Increasing internet connectivity choices for Louisville residents is one of many vital components of the City's overall efforts to enhance the quality of life for our residents," says Maley. "Fiber investment in our city will enable residents to work, learn and connect with each other more effectively."

In addition to ultra-fast fiber internet and reliable service, Lumos' expansion will also provide new job opportunities for residents.

"We believe this multimillion-dollar investment by Lumos will assist in our workforce development activities and also help close the digital divide in our cities, villages and many of our townships," says Jeff Dafler, President & CEO of Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce.

Fiber is the proven best technology for the future, offering unmatched reliability and unlimited bandwidth. To find out if your neighborhood will have access to Lumos' 100% Fiber Optic Internet or to enroll in email updates, please visit .

Local residents will receive communication by mail once construction begins and are encouraged to follow Lumos on its social media platforms below.

About Lumos: Lumos provides access to 100% Fiber Optic Internet, Total-Home Wi-Fi, voice and streaming services, to more than 400,000 homes and businesses across Virginia, North Carolina and South Carolina. We believe that the possibilities of tomorrow cannot be built on the infrastructure of yesterday. That's why we're building a 100% Fiber Optic network from the ground up for families, businesses, and communities, backed by local, expert customer service. An Internet built for that most hopeful of all things – the future. Because whatever the future holds, we make it faster. Learn more at .

Miracle King-Wilson
Director – Public Relations
media@lumosfiber.com