FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Emporia Community Invited to Celebrate Sparklight® Rebrand
Ribbon-cutting event honoring transition from ValuNet Fiber to
include refreshments, giveaways and a raffle
EMPORIA, Kan. (August 7, 2025) – Sparklight®, Emporia’s hometown internet provider, invites the community to a free ribbon-cutting and launch party celebrating the company’s rebrand from ValuNet Fiber to Sparklight. This event will be held on Tuesday, August 19, from 4 to 6 p.m., at the Sparklight office at 2914 W. U.S. Hwy. 50, Ste. A, in Emporia.
The celebration follows Sparklight’s recent “Best Internet Provider” recognition in The Emporia Gazette’s 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards — marking the 12th consecutive year the company has received the honor.
“Our Sparklight rebrand reflects more than just a new name; it underscores our continued commitment to enhancing the communities we serve,” said Mike Drahota, Sparklight Senior Director, North Central Region. “We look forward to celebrating our rebrand and Best Internet Provider honor with our longtime friends and new customers alike.”
The event will feature free refreshments, giveaways and a raffle. Attendees will also learn about Sparklight’s latest offerings for their home or business.
Event Details:
- What: Sparklight Emporia Launch Party
- When: Tuesday, August 19, 4 to 6 p.m.; ribbon-cutting by Chamber of Commerce at 4:30 p.m.
- Where: 2914 W. U.S. Hwy. 50, Ste. A, Emporia, Kansas 66801
Under the Sparklight brand, the company will continue to deliver on its promise of reliable, fiber-powered connectivity and neighborly, local support through ongoing investment in advanced technology and robust infrastructure. Over the past three years, the company has invested more than $1 billion across its footprint to enhance connectivity for the communities it serves. These strategic investments are powering today’s fiber-powered internet with Gigabit speeds and laying the groundwork for next-generation speeds, including 10 Gigabits (10G) and beyond.
Sparklight’s commitment to community goes far beyond connectivity – it’s woven into the fabric of how the company operates. Through initiatives that invest both time and resources, Sparklight proudly supports the neighborhoods it serves. The company’s Angel Day program empowers associates to give back by providing a paid day off each year to volunteer with causes close to their heart. In addition, the Sparklight Charitable Giving Fund awards $250,000 annually in grants to local nonprofits that champion education and digital literacy, fight hunger and drive community development.
To learn more about Sparklight’s high-speed internet services, charitable giving and career opportunities, visit www.sparklight.com and follow the company on Facebook, Instagram and X.
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About Sparklight
Sparklight is a leading broadband communications provider delivering exceptional service and enabling more than 1 million residential and business customers across 24 states to thrive and stay connected to what matters most. Through Sparklight®, the brand our customers know and trust, we’re not just shaping the future of connectivity – we’re transforming it with a commitment to innovation, reliability and customer experience at our core.
Our robust infrastructure and cutting-edge technology don’t just keep our customers connected; they help drive progress in education, business and everyday life. We’re dedicated to bridging the digital divide, empowering our communities and fostering a more connected world. When our customers choose Sparklight, they are choosing a team that is always working for them — one that believes in the relentless pursuit of reliability, because being a trusted neighbor isn’t just what we do — it’s who we are.
CONTACT:
Jamie O’Driscoll
Communications Manager
jamie.o’driscoll@cableone.biz