Ultra‑fast fiber internet now available to more than 100,000 locations, with door‑to‑door support helping residents and businesses get connected

CHARLOTTE, N.C., April 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Brightspeed, the nation’s third-largest fiber broadband builder empowering families and businesses with multi-gig-speed internet service, today announced that its fiber network build is 50 percent complete in Arkansas. Nearly 101,000 homes and businesses now have access to Brightspeed Fiber Internet with more than 202,000 locations planned statewide once the deployment of its fiber network is complete. The Brightspeed Fiber Internet network is 100 percent complete, and residents and businesses can now enjoy superfast connectivity in the following communities: Bald Knob, Carlisle, Clarendon, Corning, Cotton Plant, Des Arc, Dumas, England, Gillett, Hazen, Jacksonville, Judsonia, Kensett, Leachville, Marvell, McRae, Melbourne, Paris, Pocahontas, Rector, Russellville and Waldo.

“Bringing fiber connectivity to these communities is a major step forward for our residents and businesses,” said Arkansas State Broadband Director Glen Howie. “Reliable, high‑speed internet opens the door to economic advancement, supports education and healthcare, and helps ensure Arkansans, both urban and rural, can self-determine their success in the twenty-first century digital economy.”

Connecting with the community door to door

As construction continues statewide, Brightspeed representatives are hitting the streets in Atkins, Austin, Bald Knob, Cabot, Caraway, Carlisle, Cave Springs, Centerton, Clarendon, Dardanelle, Des Arc, De Witt, Dumas, England, Hazen, Jacksonville, Judsonia, Kensett, Lake City, Leachville, Lowell, Manila, Marvell, McCory, Mountain Home, Paris, Pea Ridge, Piggott, Pocahontas, Prescott, Rector, Russellville, Siloam Springs, Star City, Stuttgart, Trumann, Waldo and Waldron. The representatives will help residents and businesses learn about fiber service and get connected.
Residents can expect:

Who: Friendly, trained Brightspeed representatives in branded apparelWhat: Clear information on fiber availability, plans and benefitsWhy: To expand fast, reliable, affordable internet where quality options have been limited

“Reaching the halfway point in Arkansas is an important milestone, but making sure people understand how to take advantage of fiber service is just as critical,” said Tshacha Romeo, director of sales channel at Brightspeed. “Our door‑to‑door teams play a vital role by meeting residents and business owners where they are, answering questions and helping them get connected so no one is left behind as our network expands.”

Leveraging state and federal investments

Brightspeed’s Arkansas expansion is supported by nearly $26.3 million in federal Broadband Equity Access and Deployment (BEAD) funding to build an additional 13,799 locations, boosting the company’s private investment in the state. Additionally, the state awarded Brightspeed more than $470,000 in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grants to reach another 528 locations with its fiber network.

Check availability and get connected

Fast, reliable internet is more than a convenience, it fuels opportunity. Brightspeed’s continued investment in Arkansas helps ensure communities stay competitive in today’s digital economy.

Residents and businesses can check availability and explore plans at www.brightspeed.com.

About Brightspeed

Headquartered in Charlotte, N.C. and with assets and associated operations in 20 states, Brightspeed provides broadband and telecommunications services through a network platform capable of serving more than 7.3 million homes and businesses. Our nearly 4,000 employees are committed to building a future where more communities benefit from a more connected life, deploying a state-of-the-art fiber network and a customer experience that makes being connected as simple as it should be.

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WILMINGTON, N.C., April 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Why should I avoid overpricing my home? Jody Wainio of Buyer’s Choice Realty @ Keller Williams in Wilmington, North Carolina, answers this common question with practical insight in the HelloNation article Myth vs. Fact: Pricing Your Home. Wainio addresses a widespread misconception among sellers: that listing high to leave room for negotiation will ultimately produce a better outcome. In reality, this strategy often backfires.

Wainio explains that pricing a home above market value tends to reduce interest from serious buyers. Informed by online tools and recent sales data, most buyers today can spot an overpriced listing immediately. As a result, they may overlook a property entirely or view it with skepticism, leading to fewer showings and delayed offers. Homes that sit on the market too long often require price reductions, which can signal issues to prospective buyers and lead to lower final sale prices.

In fast-paced markets like Wilmington, the right price from the start is essential. Wainio notes that appropriately priced homes are more likely to attract attention quickly, generate stronger interest, and even result in multiple offers. First impressions matter, and the listing price is one of the first signals buyers receive. Setting the number too high just to “test the market” can lead to missed opportunities.

Myth vs. Fact: Pricing Your Home features insights from Jody Wainio, Real Estate Expert of Wilmington, North Carolina, in HelloNation.

About HelloNation
HelloNation is a premier media platform that connects readers with trusted professionals and businesses across various industries. Through its innovative “edvertising” approach that blends educational content and storytelling, HelloNation delivers expert-driven articles that inform, inspire, and empower. Covering topics from home improvement and health to business strategy and lifestyle, HelloNation highlights leaders making a meaningful impact in their communities.

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WILLIAMSVILLE, N.Y., April 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — How are recent changes to New York’s Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP) affecting home care recipients and their caregivers? According to a HelloNation article featuring Michael Reda of Aurora Home Care in Williamsville, NY, the shift to a new administrative model introduces new requirements for participants, personal assistants, and providers. The article explores how proper preparation, communication, and accurate documentation can help families and caregivers adapt smoothly to the evolving program.

The HelloNation feature explains that CDPAP has long been a distinctive option within New York’s home care system, allowing individuals to select, train, and supervise their own personal assistants. This model empowers people with disabilities or chronic illnesses to remain in control of their care and daily routines. Recent administrative changes, however, mark a major shift in how the program operates. The state has consolidated the number of fiscal intermediaries, organizations that process payroll and manage administrative functions, into a smaller group.

According to the article, this transition to a single fiscal intermediary structure aims to improve oversight, reduce redundancy, and create more consistent standards statewide. While these updates are designed for efficiency, they also introduce new processes that require attention to detail from participants. Reda notes that accurate documentation, updated care agreements, and timely communication are essential during this transition to avoid interruptions in service.

Participants in the Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program must now be re-enrolled under a designated intermediary. This often involves new points of contact and revised reporting or timekeeping procedures. Providers play an important role in guiding clients through these steps, ensuring that they understand what has changed and what remains the same. By focusing on clarity and organization, families can continue receiving uninterrupted home care services under the updated structure.

The HelloNation article also addresses how these changes affect the responsibilities of personal assistants. Under the new CDPAP guidelines, fiscal intermediaries are required to verify that personal assistants meet competency and compliance standards. While the essence of CDPAP, consumer direction and personal choice, remains intact, there is now greater emphasis on administrative accuracy and standardized recordkeeping.

Training and compliance are central to the new model. Reda explains that ongoing education for both participants and personal assistants helps ensure continued success. Providers can support this process by offering resources and assistance with documentation, payroll procedures, and performance verification. Maintaining accurate documentation throughout the transition not only meets state requirements but also prevents confusion about hours, payments, and responsibilities.

Despite these changes, the article stresses that the foundational purpose of the Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program remains the same: to give individuals control over their care in the setting of their choice. This consumer-directed structure continues to distinguish CDPAP from other home care programs, allowing recipients to hire trusted family members or friends as personal assistants. Preserving this sense of self-direction is key to maintaining the trust and independence that have made CDPAP so valuable to thousands of New York residents.

The HelloNation feature encourages participants and families to remain proactive as the new structure takes effect. Asking questions early, confirming enrollment details, and verifying intermediary assignments can all help prevent service delays. Providers, too, play a vital role in ensuring compliance and providing reassurance throughout the process. When all parties collaborate, the transition can be handled efficiently while preserving continuity of care.

Reda highlights that successful navigation of these CDPAP changes depends on transparency and communication. Participants should keep copies of all agreements, maintain organized records of work hours, and verify that all payroll and administrative procedures align with the new intermediary’s requirements. Providers can assist by reviewing documentation, monitoring accuracy, and reinforcing the importance of timely updates.

The article concludes that while the administrative landscape of CDPAP may be changing, its core mission, to support independence and dignity through consumer-directed home care, remains unchanged. With careful attention to accurate documentation and strong cooperation between providers, participants, and personal assistants, families can continue to benefit from one of New York’s most empowering home care options.

The article, Navigating CDPAP Changes in NY State, features insights from Michael Reda, Home Health Care Expert of Williamsville, NY, in HelloNation.

About HelloNation
HelloNation is a premier media platform that connects readers with trusted professionals and businesses across various industries. Through its innovative “edvertising” approach that blends educational content and storytelling, HelloNation delivers expert-driven articles that inform, inspire, and empower. Covering topics from home improvement and health to business strategy and lifestyle, HelloNation highlights leaders making a meaningful impact in their communities.

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