FAYETTEVILLE – An Indiana company is going to invest more than $70 million to build a fiber-optic network in Fayeteville and provide broadband internet as well as other services across much of Cumberland County. Portions pf Hoke County will be included as well.
MetroNet, which is based in Evansville, is making its first investment in North Carolina.
The decision was announced Tuesday afternoon.
Spectrum and CenturyLink already offer broadband services in the area.
Prices for gigabit-speed internet are around $60. Multiple speed plans at different, lower prices also are available, according to the firm’s website.
“This tremendous investment brings unprecedented capabilities to existing businesses and gives Fayetteville the infrastructure and competitive edge needed to attract new business and grow jobs,” said City of Fayetteville Mayor Mitch Colvin in the announcement. “Beyond television and telephone services to residents and businesses, this ultrafast internet will al