For those struggling to connect to the internet when visiting, living, or working in Egg Harbor, the village gave you good news last week. The Village of Egg Harbor and AT&T Fiber agreed to a deal that will bring fiber internet access to all 618 homes and businesses within the village limits by April 2027. Joining the Towns of Sevastopol, Egg Harbor, and Sturgeon Bay, the Village of Egg Harbor is investing $2.16 million of the $3.7 million cost of the project, with AT&T and a grant covering the remainder.   In a news release, Egg Harbor Village President John Heller said that the agreement is bigger than an investment in connectivity. “Investing in fiber networks for our community isn’t just about connectivity – it’s an investment in education, healthcare, and economic development,” Heller said. Over the past two years, AT&T has committed to approximately $11.7 million in fiber-powered internet projects, partnering with local municipalities and grant providers to help make them a reality. Door County officials estimate it will cost more than $140 million to bring similar services to every address in the area. They hope to obtain as much federal and state funding as possible to offset the costs. The towns of Washington and Baileys Harbor are undergoing similar projects, albeit with different providers.

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