2/12/2026

VILAS COUNTY - Spectrum is finishing a multi-year fiber broadband expansion in Vilas and Oneida counties, bringing high-speed internet to over 4,500 homes and businesses in a handful of communities including Manitowish Waters. The expansion also covered all of Manitowish Waters and underserved parts of Eagle River. The service, which includes TV, landline, and cell options, has garnered significant interest. The project received $2,619,798 in funding from the Wisconsin Public Service Commission and the federal Rural Digital Opportunity Fund, complemented by private Spectrum investment. Residents can check availability of service at spectrumruralexpansion.com.