MANKATO, Minn., August 10, 2009 -- HickoryTech announced its successful launch of Digital Video Recorder (DVR) service in the Minnesota communities of Mankato, North Mankato, Janesville and Mapleton. DVR service enables a viewer to record standard or high–definition TV programming in the home. The device contains a generous hard drive which allows customers to record and store up to 140 hours of their favorite shows. DVR allows customers to pause live TV and have instant replay capabilities.
HickoryTech recently added interactive media to its Digital TV service offering in these Minnesota communities giving customers instant access to current news, weather, sports and entertainment on their television screen at no additional charge. Customers have access to local and national updates on demand via their Digital TV remote control, including local movie times, weather forecasts, world news and pro sports scores and standings.
"HickoryTech strives to continually enhance the TV experience for its customers with advanced video services that allow for more viewing flexibility and personal customization," said Damon Dutz, president of HickoryTech’s consumer and network solutions division. "Our advanced DVR service, combined with the roll out of our new interactive media, and continued investment in additional programming will offer customers unparalleled control over their video experience," said Dutz.
HickoryTech provides Digital TV service, high-speed Internet, local phone service and advanced data solutions to residents and businesses in the greater Mankato region.
About HickoryTech Corporation
HickoryTech Corporation (dba HickoryTech and Enventis) is a leading integrated communications provider in the markets it serves. With headquarters in Mankato, Minn., the corporation has approximately 450 employees and a regional fiber network with facilities-based operations in Minnesota and Iowa. Enventis serves businesses of all sizes across a five-state region with IP-based voice, data and network solutions. HickoryTech provides bundled residential and business services including high-speed Internet, Digital TV and voice services in its legacy telecom markets. The Company trades on the Nasdaq Stock Exchange, symbol: HTCO, and is a member of the Russell 2000 index. For more information, visit
www.hickorytech.com.