Verizon Delivers Expanded Wireless Service To Minnesota

New cell sites added in Chanhassen, Esko, Red Wing and Silver Corners delivering high-performing 4G and 5G service

Chanhassen, MN (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - Residents in Chanhassen, Esko, Red Wing and Silver Corners just got a big boost to their mobile service as Verizon has turned on new cell sites to offer expanded 4G and 5G coverage in these communities, offering “more bars” along with faster speeds and better network performance. That means they can connect with friends and family while on the move, connect their smart homes through Verizon Home Internet, or use Verizon service for small business or enterprise applications.

In the Minneapolis suburb Chanhassen, the new site provides additional capacity and coverage to the town and surrounding residential neighborhoods.

In Esko, the new site provides coverage and capacity to the rural community and the Interstate 35 corridor between Esko and the Highway 61 intersection.

In the rural town of Red Wing, the new site boosts coverage on Highway 63 southeast of Red Wing, and in areas around Colvill Park, the Mississippi National Golf Links, and parks along Highway 61 along the Mississippi River. The site also upgrades service south to 301st St, south to Bush St., and across the Mississippi River.

In rural Silver Corners, the site provides additional coverage along Highway 25 between the communities of Buckman and Foley, and improves service in Gilman.

This work is part of Verizon’s massive multi-year network transformation which has not only brought 5G service to more than 230 million people and 5G home internet service to more than 40 million households, but has also added more capabilities, upgraded the technology in the network, paved the way for personalized customer experiences and provided a platform for enterprises and developers to drive innovation.

“The Verizon Test Force team of engineers lives and works in these communities so we’re ensuring that our network connects families, friends, homes and businesses in these Minnesota towns with our outstanding wireless service,” said Dean Brauer, VP of Engineering and Operations at Verizon.

Services from the network customers rely on
For customers in these Minnesota communities, the additional coverage and capacity means more customers now have access not only to reliable, fast mobile service, but also Verizon Home Internet service, a different kind of home internet with truly unlimited broadband service and no data caps. It’s ideal for anyone who wants super fast connectivity to stream, game or even work remotely. Verizon Home Internet is reliable and fast enough to power home connected devices: smart TVs, tablets, phones, gaming consoles and more. Go to verizon.com/home for availability. For mobility service, visit verizon.com/deals for the latest 5G phones and accessories.

Additionally, through Verizon Frontline, the advanced network and technology developed over three decades of partnership with first responders to meet their unique and evolving needs, public safety agencies in these areas in Minnesota will also be able to experience the benefits of these network enhancements. To learn more about Verizon Frontline, visit verizon.com/frontline.

Area businesses also have access to 5G Business Internet from Verizon. 5G Business Internet is ultra-fast wireless business internet powered by 5G Ultra Wideband. This wireless alternative to cable internet is for businesses of all sizes and includes self-setup or professional installation options, multiple pricing and service options, unlimited data, and a 10-year price guarantee for 5G Business Internet service. To learn more about Verizon 5G Business Internet, visit verizon.com/5gbusinessinternet and plug in an address to see what service is available.

Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) was formed on June 30, 2000 and is one of the world’s leading providers of technology and communications services. Headquartered in New York City and with a presence around the world, Verizon generated revenues of $136.8 billion in 2022. The company offers data, video and voice services and solutions on its award-winning networks and platforms, delivering on customers’ demand for mobility, reliable network connectivity, security and control.