UPDATE: High speed internet comes to more Accomack Co. communities

Officials say high speed internet access has come to more Virginia communities.

Eddy Communications Corporation, international marketing and growth strategy firm, tells 47ABC that the Eastern Shore Broadband Authority is now serving the communities of Oak Hall, Hallwood, Nelsonia and Bloxom in Virginia. Officials say 12 residential communities on the shore that have access to high-speed fiber optic connectivity services.  

In reference to the the new service availability, ESVBA Executive Director Robert Bridgham says, "We are thrilled to begin serving Oak Hall, Hallwood, Nelsonia and Bloxom residents. But, for those we haven't reached yet, please know that we've got big plans and are not slowing down any time soon."

According to officials, residents may begin signing up for high-speed Fiber to the Home (FTTH) Internet services for as little as $39.99 per month by contacting ESVBA Residential Support at 757-709-7080. 

Officials report ESVBA plans to bring the fiber optic services to 14 more communities in the coming months. For a list of ESVBA FTTH communities, click here.