Pine Belt Communications has completed fiber optic network construction in Orrville, Alabama, making it the first municipality in Dallas County to achieve 100% fiber availability. The locally-owned telecommunications company has begun activating high-speed internet services for residents and businesses, delivering real speed and real service to the Orrville community.
Pine Belt’s Orrville project represents a significant milestone in our ongoing mission to bring reliable broadband access to underserved rural areas.
“Orrville — where living is easy — just got easier. We’re proud to bring Orrville into the fiber-fast internet age,” said John Nettles, President of Pine Belt Communications. “This isn’t just about faster downloads – it’s about giving this community the same opportunities as bigger cities. Whether it’s students doing homework, families staying connected or businesses competing in today’s market, reliable internet is no longer a luxury – it’s essential.”
The fiber-optic internet technology being deployed in Orrville represents a substantial upgrade over traditional options, offering speeds that support multiple devices, video streaming, remote work and online education simultaneously. For rural communities that have historically faced limited internet options, this infrastructure represents a transformative step forward.
Pine Belt’s comprehensive service offering includes not only high-speed fiber internet but also wireless and mobile phone services, providing residents with a complete telecommunications solution from a single, local provider.
“What sets us apart is that we’re part of this community. We’re not just a provider, but a neighbor,” Nettles said. “When you call for support, you’re talking to people who understand rural Alabama and the unique challenges we face. That’s the difference real local service makes.”
Through a $49.7 million U.S. Department of Agriculture program, Pine Belt is expanding its fiber internet network across several rural parts of west central Alabama, connecting communities that have long been overlooked by larger providers.
Pine Belt Communications’ expansion effort addresses a critical need in rural Alabama, where many residents and businesses have struggled with slow or unreliable internet connections. The company’s commitment to serving these underserved areas reflects its core mission of bringing rural access and real service to communities throughout west Alabama.
Residents and businesses in Orrville interested in learning more about Pine Belt Communications’ fiber internet and mobile services can call 1-888-810-4638 or visit pinebelt.net for information about available plans and service activation.