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Optimum Connects 3,000 Locations in Louisiana's Sabine Parish

Officials say the effort targets long underserved areas across the rural parish.

Georgina Mackie

Apr 4, 2026 — 2 min read

Photo of state and local officials and Optimum representatives mark the completion of the broadband expansion project in Sabine Parish from ConnectLA.

April 4, 2026 - More than 3,000 homes and businesses in Sabine Parish now have access to reliable high-speed internet following a major broadband expansion.

Completed in partnership with Optimum, a local provider of fiber internet, mobile and TV services, the project targeted underserved areas where connectivity has historically been limited or inconsistent, state officials said.

Backed by Louisiana’s GUMBO 1.0 program, the expansion is intended to support student learning, workforce development, and small business growth.

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