Alliance exploring fiber internet expansion in Luverne, MN

Alliance Communications is asking Luverne residents one simple question: Do you want lightning-fast fiber internet in your hometown? The regional internet provider is considering expanding its state-of-the-art fiber-optic network into Luverne’s city limits. Fiber provides the best experience for working from home, watching TV over the internet, gaming, and operating a business. Before moving forward, […]

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Lifeline gives a helping hand to low-income consumers

Lifeline helps low-income consumers. Communications services can literally be a lifeline that connects people to their communities. True to its name, the federal Lifeline program provides up to a $9.25 monthly discount for eligible low-income consumers on selected communications services. To qualify to apply for a Lifeline discount, consumers must either have an income that’s […]

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Federal Universal Service Charge Notice

A Federal Universal Service Charge (FUSC), as prescribed by the Federal Communications Commission, is now increasing to 36.3% of your interstate telecommunications services. This is effective January 1, 2025, and is a result of an increase in the Federal Communication’s (FCC’s) Universal Service Fund contribution factor from 35.8%. The new FUSC amount is calculated by […]

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