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# WideOpenWest Announces Broadband Expansion Plans
- URL: https://broadbandbreakfast.com/wideopenwest-announces-broadband-expansion-plans/
- Published: 2026-05-04T19:57:59.000Z
- Updated: 2026-08-21T21:54:16.000Z
- Description: Fiber upgrades are planned in three Michigan counties.
- Author: Lincoln Patience
- Tags: Community Broadband, WideOpenWest, Aaron Brace, #with-siderail

WASHINGTON, May 4, 2026 — Broadband provider WideOpenWest announced plans to expand services to [over 17,000 homes in southeast Michigan](https://finance.yahoo.com/sectors/technology/articles/wow-extends-fiber-more-17-140000255.html?guccounter=1&ref=broadbandbreakfast.com). 

The expansions and network upgrades will take place in Genesee, Livingston, and Oakland counties, the company said. 

"Fiber and broadband internet are the gold standards for affordable connectivity," said **Aaron Brace**, chief technology and information officer for WOW. “Our fiber and broadband services deliver a consistent online experience with superfast speeds, keeping our customers connected to what matters most to them."

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WOW has expanded access in the cities of Brighton and Flint, along with the surrounding townships, and has “newly activated” its fiber networks in the city of Wixom in Oakland county. WOW will notify homes and businesses of the availability of the fiber service as areas are activated.