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After federal changes, Wisconsin readies for second broadband expansion go-round
Bug Tussel was originally awarded over a dozen broadband expansion projects through the federal BEAD program to help bring high-speed internet to underserved areas in Wisconsin. Following recent federal changes [...]
Outagamie County has 50 new miles of fiber optic internet, with more to come
Outagamie County, Wisconsin, has significantly expanded its high-speed internet access, particularly in rural areas like Seymour, Black Creek, Cicero, and parts of the Oneida Reservation. Internet provider Bug Tussel has [...]
Regulatory delay to broadband project
A $15 million broadband and emergency communications project in Price County has been delayed due to federal regulations prohibiting tree clearing until late fall and requiring an archeological study. The [...]
Marathon County endorses three ISPs for federal grants
The Marathon County Board of Supervisors has endorsed three internet service providers (ISPs) – Bug Tussel, Bertram Communications, and Mosaic Technologies – to apply for federal funding to expand [...]
Wi-Fi company installing broadband internet throughout Oneida County
In Oneida County, Wisconsin, many residents still lack reliable access to Wi-Fi, prompting efforts to improve connectivity through the BEAD program, a $45 billion initiative aimed at expanding internet access [...]
State task force outlines plans for $1B in federally funded broadband internet expansion
Wisconsin is set to deploy over $1 billion in federal funds over the next five years to expand broadband internet to underserved areas, with a focus on connecting approximately [...]
Press Release
Bug Tussel Expands Fiber Network in Taylor County, Surpassing 100 Miles of Live Fiber
MEDFORD, Wis. (January 9, 2026) – Bug Tussel announced today that approximately 110 miles of fiber optic cable went live in December 2025 throughout Taylor County, marking a significant milestone [...]
Over 100 Miles of High-Speed Fiber Internet Now Live in Brown County
GREEN BAY, Wis. (January 9, 2026) – Approximately 110 miles of high-speed fiber went live this week in southwest and central Brown County, passing 1,500 homes with 2 Gbps service [...]
Over 20 Miles of High-Speed Fiber Internet Now Live in Shirley, Wayside, and Lark
DENMARK, Wis. (December 12, 2025) – Over 20 miles of high-speed fiber are now live in southeast Brown County, bringing 2 Gbps service to approximately 380 residents. Following July’s lighting [...]
Cambridge Fiber Lighting Ceremony
Bug Tussel invites members of the media to attend a fiber lighting ceremony celebrating the activation of 20 new miles of high-speed fiber serving the Jefferson County region. This event [...]
Over 40 Miles of High-Speed Fiber Internet Now Live in Lake Mills
Bug Tussel Brings 2 Gbps Fiber Access to 580 New Homes and Businesses LAKE MILLS, Wis. (November 18, 2025) – Bug Tussel has reached a major broadband milestone in Jefferson [...]
Over 20 Miles of High-Speed Fiber Internet Now Live in Jefferson
Bug Tussel Brings 2 Gbps High-Speed Internet Access to 400 New Homes and Businesses JEFFERSON, Wis. (November 12, 2025) – Over 20 miles of high-speed fiber are now live in [...]
