The State of Texas Awards Over $43 Million to Expand Broadband Connectivity in Navarro County
CORSICANA, Texas (April 23, 2025) – Navarro County will gain improved high-speed broadband access thanks to a $43.33 million state grant secured by Lyte Fiber, LLC.
The Texas-based company plans to install 635 miles of fiber infrastructure and invest an additional $6 million of its own funds to expand fast and reliable internet service to 4,488 locations across Navarro County.
“Broadband is the backbone of a thriving community,” said Greg Conte, Director of the Texas Broadband Development Office, which administers broadband funding. “This investment fuels economic growth, expands educational opportunities, and strengthens healthcare access – bringing Navarro County into the digital age.”
The grant is part of the State’s Bringing Online Opportunities to Texas (BOOT) II program, which aims to expand broadband service to over 95,000 unserved and underserved locations. This initiative marks a historic investment in rural infrastructure in Texas, guaranteeing that businesses, schools, healthcare providers, and families receive essential digital access.
“The state grant to Lyte Fiber is a pivotal step forward for Navarro County. It empowers us to close the digital divide, ensuring our businesses, schools, and families have the high-speed internet they need to thrive,” said State Representative Cody Harris, Jr.
Carter Old, CEO of Lyte Fiber, reaffirmed the company’s commitment to bridging the digital divide.
“Bringing high-speed fiber internet to Navarro County is a game changer,” Old said. “This investment offers families, students, and businesses fast, reliable internet, equipping them with the tools to compete and prosper in a digital world. We’re excited to invest for the long term in Navarro County and make this transformative opportunity a reality.”
Lyte Fiber prioritizes transparency, with lifetime reliability guarantees, no pricing games or gimmicks, no contracts, and lifetime pricing in most of its residential plans. Lyte Fiber is also committed to providing exceptional customer and technical support directly from its Texas-based customer service and network operations center.
Lyte Fiber’s commitment to communities goes beyond unmatched performance and customer support, including a 1 percent annual giveback pledge within its market territories.
Deployment will begin this year, and service will roll out in phases. Residents and businesses can visit www.lytefiber.com or call 888-GET-LYTE (888-438-5983) for updates on availability.
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About Lyte Fiber
Founded in 2023 in Houston, Texas, Lyte Fiber, LLC is dedicated to providing the fastest and most reliable home and business fiber optic internet to communities across Texas and beyond. Formed in partnership with SDC Capital Partners, a leading digital infrastructure investment firm, Lyte Fiber was started by internet industry veterans passionate about offering a best-in-class customer experience, building a great workplace, and connecting Texas communities. As part of its commitment to each community it serves, Lyte Fiber pledges a 1 percent giveback to local charities and causes annually. For more information, visit www.lytefiber.com.