Sept. 24 – Paulding Putnam to provide fiber internet to Village of Grover Hill residents, free public Wi-fi to community spaces | News

PAULDING, OHIO — Paulding Putnam has partnered with the Village of Grover Hill and the Lions Club to bring free public Wi-fi to community spaces and fiber internet access to residents and businesses, including those who are not electric members of Paulding Putnam.

Through this partnership with the Lions Club, Paulding Putnam will provide public internet at no charge to the following locations in Grover Hill:

• Community Building

• Welcome Park

“With rising costs of everything these days, we are excited residents will be able to use free internet at the Community Building and Welcome Park, thanks to Paulding Putnam,” said Jay Denny, president of the Grover Hill Lions Club, who manages the building and park. “This means service for local groups who meet in this building, like the library and fire department, and those renting it for parties, reunions, and more. It’s a really good thing and aligns with our mission as Lions – to help the community.”

“It’s been an honor to partner with Grover Hill Mayor Dewayne Hinchcliff,” said Nick Eltzroth, chief operating officer. “We strive to build communities where everyone — students, grandparents, local leaders, remote workers, and neighbors alike — has the connectivity needed to succeed in today’s digital world.”

Internet service available to all Grover Hill residents

Paulding Putnam is bringing fiber internet service to the village, and everyone is eligible to sign up, even if they do not have electric service from Paulding Putnam. Residents will receive letters with further instructions. Information is also available at www.PPEC.coop/fiber, where residents can view packages and sign up.

Community-focused internet with no contracts or hidden fees

Paulding Putnam is a not-for-profit cooperative with a concern for community, the local electric and internet cooperative said. It serves nearly 14,000 members in Paulding, Putnam, Defiance, Van Wert, and Allen counties in Ohio, and Adams and Allen counties in Indiana.

Users can expect:

• Symmetrical speeds up to 1GB upload and download

• No contracts or hidden fees

• Wi-fi 6 technology for faster, more secure home networks

• 24/7 local support from a community-minded co-op

• Tailored plans for every lifestyle — from basic browsing to smart homes and remote offices

When to expect fiber internet in Grover Hill and nearby

Construction has begun in Grover Hill. To stay informed, residents are encouraged to visit www.PPEC.coop/fiberupdates, search their address, and sign up.

Construction is also currently underway in Paulding and Putnam counties, including Paulding, Blue Creek, Latty, Washington, and Monterey townships.

Non-members can also submit the fiber interest form. Seeing the area’s need helps Paulding Putnam design the network and shape the most feasible path forward. To learn more, visit www.PPEC.coop or call 800-686-2357.