Dobson Fiber commits to fiber internet for residents in Enid
OKLAHOMA CITY — August 5, 2021 – Dobson Fiber broke ground today in Enid with an announcement of a multi-million dollar expansion of its fiber internet offering to the residents of Enid, Okla.
“The response we have seen from our fiber-enabled neighborhoods in Oklahoma and Arkansas has been exceptional. Specifically, the feedback we have received from Enid residents along with the support of City Leadership, has enabled Dobson to devise a plan to build our 100% fiber networks to a majority of the homes in Enid,” said Francisco Maella, Chief Executive Officer at Dobson Fiber. “The fiber network will be constructed in multiple zones throughout Enid so we can install and turn-up homes as soon as those zones are completed.”
Dobson Fiber and Oklahoma Gas and Electric Company (OG&E), a subsidiary of Oklahoma City-based OGE Energy Corp. (NYSE: OGE) recently announced a joint initiative to build, and share operation of, approximately 350 miles of fiber in Oklahoma and Arkansas. A portion of this fiber build project is focused on Enid. “Our relationship with OG&E has helped us to expand and develop rural broadband throughout Oklahoma as OG&E continues to upgrade the resiliency and capacity of its grid automation network. Enid represents the first of many communities that will benefit from this fiber infrastructure partnership. It is always exciting to be able to offer the latest technology and fastest internet speeds that only fiber can bring to residential areas,” said Everett Dobson, Executive Chairman for Dobson Fiber.
“Working strategically with Dobson Fiber, OG&E continues our grid enhancement initiative designed to improve the power delivery system for Enid customers,” said OGE Energy Chairman, President and CEO Sean Trauschke. “OG&E is proud our partnership with Dobson benefits our customers in Enid and communities across Oklahoma and Arkansas. We are excited to play an important role in improving both electric service and broadband infrastructure for Enid residents.”