Southwest Broadband

Southwest Broadband Connecting you locally and around the world! Your local provider for Voice, Video, and Internet.

Southwest Minnesota Broadband Services (SMBS) is the leading communications provider for the communities of Bingham Lake, Brewster, Heron Lake, Jackson, Lakefield, Okabena, Round Lake, and Wilder. Our goal is to create opportunities for our communities to connect and grow by providing the best in service and technology to our residential and business customers.

06/03/2026

June is National Dairy Month, so let’s all grab a glass of milk and toast the hard work of U.S. dairy farmers. Milk and other dairy products such as butter, cheese, and yogurt can be important parts of a healthy, balanced diet

Did you grow up in the ‘70s or wish you did? This video is a disco dance down memory lane, featuring the things that ‘70...
06/01/2026

Did you grow up in the ‘70s or wish you did? This video is a disco dance down memory lane, featuring the things that ‘70s kids remember fondly — such as the Easy-Bake Oven, Pet Rock, mood rings, and disco balls. Have a groovy time watching!

Growing up in the 1970s was an experience like no other. From funky fashion trends to unforgettable toys and TV shows, it was a decade filled with unique mom...

05/29/2026

In the horse race of today’s internet technology, fiber is your sure bet. Fiber has a proven track record of delivering the fastest speeds with impressive consistency. That’s why you’ll keep winning with fiber internet. Go with the champion. Go with fiber. Go into the future at a galloping pace.

05/27/2026

The average U.S. household now has 15-20 internet-connected devices — including computers, tablets, phones, TVs, security systems, thermostats, appliances, speakers, and more. How many are in your household? And is your current internet plan fast enough to keep up with all of this simultaneous use? If you’re experiencing slowdowns or buffering, contact us about an internet speed upgrade.

05/25/2026

Memorial Day commemorates the men and women who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces, particularly those who died in battle or as a result of wounds sustained in battle. Please join us in honoring their sacrifices and supporting their grieving loved ones.

05/22/2026

The Friday before Memorial Day is designated as National Road Trip Day and serves as the official kickoff of the summer road trip season. The best road trips are adventures that bring us closer to friends and family — and may involve beef jerky, chips, and car karaoke. Get ready to make miles of memories!

05/21/2026

NASA's Your Name in Landsat tool spells your name using satellite imagery of Earth's natural features, including rivers, deserts, ice, and coastlines that form letters. Simply type in your name at https://science.nasa.gov/specials/your-name-in-landsat/ and press Enter to see your name in geographic formations. Hover over each letter to learn where the image was taken, and click the download icon to share. Very cool!

🚨 Call Issue Update & Action Needed 🚨We are currently aware of an issue affecting some incoming calls between certain ca...
05/20/2026

🚨 Call Issue Update & Action Needed 🚨

We are currently aware of an issue affecting some incoming calls between certain carriers and number prefixes.

At this time, the issue appears to be originating from the caller’s carrier (the person placing the call), not the receiving landline. For example, calls from cell numbers such as 841, 840, 360, 822, or 329 to landline numbers like 847, 849, or 662 may be impacted.

👉 What you can do:
If you (or someone trying to reach you) are using Verizon, please take the following steps:

• Dial 611 from your Verizon phone to reach customer service
• When you reach a representative (Tier 1), request to be transferred to Tier 2 support
• Ask them to create an NRB (Network Repair Bureau) ticket for a network issue

⚠️ You may need to be firm in requesting escalation.

📋 Be prepared to provide:
• Calling number
• Number you were trying to reach
• Date and exact time of the call (down to the minute)
• Description of the issue experienced
• Any feedback from the person you were trying to reach (what they heard or experienced)

⏱️ Please note: Reporting this issue can take time — anywhere from 35 minutes up to 2.5 hours based on recent experiences.

The more reports that are submitted, the faster carriers can identify and resolve the issue. We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we work toward a resolution!

05/18/2026

If the Street View image of your home is outdated, you may wonder how often new images are taken by Google Maps. On average, Google Maps updates this imagery every 1 to 3 years. Busy urban areas may be updated more frequently, while remote rural areas can sometimes take up to 5 years. There is no public, address-by-address schedule for when a specific house will be rephotographed.

05/15/2026

Graduations are cause for celebration, whether a student is graduating from high school, college, or another type of educational program. We recognize the hard work required to reach these important milestones, and we wish all the graduates in our community good luck as they begin the next chapter of their lives.

Address

110 S Highway 86
Lakefield, MN
56150

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

(507) 662-7000

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