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Our Top Cyber Monday Picks of 2021

We’re coming up on our favorite day of the year… Cyber Monday! Everybody loves a good deal, and that feeling is even sweeter when you don’t have to leave the comfort of your own home.  Sure, you could fight through the crowds in person on Black Friday, but why would you when companies like Amazon,… Read More

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What Will ‘Meta’ Mean for Social Media Users?

By now you’ve probably heard the news about Facebook becoming Meta. But what does that actually mean for its users? First of all, Facebook as you know it is not changing its name. Meta is the new name for the Facebook family of companies, including Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, as well as their new projects… Read More

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Storms Affect Wisper Internet System

After a series of widespread severe and tornadic storms rolled through several areas of Missouri and Illinois over the weekend, Wisper Internet crews are assessing damage and moving resources to restore service to any of our customers who may have been affected. Crews in the field have determined many of the repairs need to be… Read More

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Wisper Internet Launches 18 New Towers in October 2021

As part of the ongoing crusade to provide high-speed internet to rural communities, Wisper Internet is pleased to announce the launch of 18 new towers, serving more than 56,500 households in 17 communities across Illinois, Missouri, and Arkansas with Tarana technology. Wisper is one of the first companies nationwide to use the new cutting-edge Tarana… Read More

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Wisper Celebrates 4-H Week

A key component to providing reliable internet service to rural communities is supporting groups, clubs, and organizations in those communities. For many years, Wisper has partnered with schools and especially 4-H clubs to provide services that facilitate and improve educational atmospheres whether it be in a classroom, in a field or barn. Chartered in 1933,… Read More

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Wisper Serving Those Who Serve Others During Fire Prevention Week

The days of horse-drawn pumpers, buckets, and dalmatians have given way to handheld devices, drones, and instant information. When you think of firefighters, you may not always think of the internet, but the evolving natures of both the fire service and connectivity are merging on the frontlines of public safety. In conjunction with the annual… Read More

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Wisper Tower Launch Expands Wireless Internet Services to 29,000 Households

As part of the ongoing crusade to provide high-speed internet to rural communities, Wisper Internet is pleased to announce the launch of eight new wireless internet towers spanning two states, eight counties, and 16 individual communities will provide 29,000 households with Tarana technology. Wisper is one of the first companies nationwide to use the new… Read More

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Wisper Partners with the FCC on Emergency Broadband Benefit Program

Starting May 12, 2021, Wisper will able to offer eligible families a monthly service discount of up to $50 thanks to the Federal Communications Commission’s Emergency Broadband Benefit program. The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the need for reliable internet service, but the price can big factor for some families. Because of this, the FCC created… Read More

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Wisper Helps Keep Small Business Connected During Pandemic

In 2020, roughly 50% of Americans were working from home, and while some of us have to worry about checking our email and attending the weekly conference call, others have adapted to fully running their small business from their homes. Whether that’s shipping orders, answering customer inquiries, or in this case, hosting virtual music lessons…. Read More

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Wisper Bringing 100 Mbps to Centralia, Dix, Kell & Walnut Hill in March 2021

March 18, 2021 – Wisper ISP, LLC has added a new tower to their existing network in Kell, IL. Eligible residents in Centralia, Dix, Kell, and Walnut Hill will be able to preschedule their installation appointments for the week of March 29th. Wisper’s Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Shannon Shores is from Centralia and… Read More

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Wisper Celebrates International Women’s Day

In case you missed it, March 8th was International Women’s Day! This year’s theme for Women’s Day is #ChooseToChallenge, focusing on challenging the stereotypes people have about women, especially at work. We sat down with a couple of the ladies on our Wisper Sales and Marketing team to get their perspective on being a woman… Read More

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Wisper Brings Internet Speeds Up-to 100 Mbps to Adrian & Archie, MO

Bates & Cass County, MO (March 11, 2021) – Wisper ISP, LLC is expanding their service network to Bates and Cass County, MO. Eligible residents will be able to preschedule their installation appointments for the week of March 29th. Wisper Internet’s expansion to Bates and Cass County is due to their success in the Connect… Read More

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Wisper Keeps Farmers Connected, Supports Rural Communities

A key takeaway from the COVID-19 Pandemic is the prevalence of technology in today’s workforce and education system. Because of the important role technology plays, rural Americans are facing a crisis known as the digital divide. Without access to reliable, high-speed Internet like their urban counterparts, residents of rural communities have fewer opportunities available to… Read More

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Wisper Partners with Microsoft on New Digital Literacy Resources

Mascoutah, IL (March 3, 2021) – Today Wisper ISP, LLC’s announced efforts with Microsoft Corp. to provide digital skilling and literacy resources to the communities it serves in Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma. This builds on an existing agreement between the two companies aimed at expanding access to broadband Internet in rural communities… Read More

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Wisper Installs First CAF II Customer in the State of Missouri

Barton, Barry, and Dade MO (February 24, 2021) – Wisper ISP, LLC expands their service network to Barton, Barry, and Dade County, MO. Eligible residents are now able to be set up for install. Nichole Ogden of Lockwood was Wisper’s first Connect America Fund Phase II (CAF II) customer to be installed with service in… Read More

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An Update from the Wisper Family

Dear Valued Customer, The best-laid plans… Earlier this month, we communicated various steps and changes to expect while Easy Net assimilates into the Wisper family. After careful consideration, it became apparent the timing and mechanics of this transition served the company’s interests far more than they served your interests as our customer. As such, many… Read More

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Wisper Adds Satellite Internet Offering

Mascoutah, IL (February 2021) – Wisper ISP, Inc. is a Wireless Internet Service Provider (WISP). Wisper Internet has been offering satellite as an alternative to their fixed wireless technology for residents in Illinois since 2015. The Wisper Team is expanding its satellite service to the rest of their network in Arkansas, Indiana, Kansas, Missouri, and… Read More

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Wisper Brings Internet Speeds Up-to 100 Mbps to Barry County, MO

Barry County, MO (January 29, 2021) – Wisper ISP, LLC expands their service network to Barry County, MO. Wisper Internet’s expansion to Barry County is due to their success in the Connect America Fund Phase II (CAF II). CAF II was a rural broadband auction held by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in 2018. Wisper… Read More

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Wisper Brings Internet Speeds Up-to 100 Mbps to Camden County, MO

Camden County, MO (February 8, 2021) – Wisper ISP, LLC has upgraded sections of their existing network in Camden County, MO to offer speeds up-to 100 Mbps. Vivian P. of Montreal, MO has been a Wisper Internet customer since 2019. When asked about her service, Vivian said, “My home is right by the tower with… Read More

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Wisper Brings Internet Speeds Up-to 100 Mbps to Dade County, MO

Dade County, MO (February 2021) – Wisper ISP, Inc. is expanding their service network to Dade County, MO. Starting the week of February 22nd, eligible residents will be able to preschedule their installation appointments. Wisper Internet’s expansion to Dade County is due to their success in the Connect America Fund Phase II (CAF II). CAF… Read More