Verizon to acquire Carolina West Wireless network; service to end by September 2026
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Paul Lipscombe
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Verizon is acquiring Carolina West Wireless's network. Carolina West Wireless will cease providing wireless services by September 30, 2026, after 35 years of operation. The deal's financial terms were not disclosed. Carolina West Wireless CEO Slayton Stewart stated the decision was made with customers and communities in mind, citing the need for greater scale and investment in the wireless industry.
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The wireless industry increasingly requires greater scale and investment to deliver the next generation of connectivity.
We believe our customers and communities will benefit from continued innovation, expanded resources, and the strong network performance they rely on every day.
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