Part of getting back into a school-year routine means getting ready for homework time!

Whether your kids are using a laptop, tablet, or another device, having the right internet speed is important. When multiple family members are connected at the same time, streaming movies, downloading content, attending virtual meetings, or completing assignments, your internet speed can be impacted.

Want to make sure your family has the speed it needs for a smooth school year? Give our business office a call, 833-453-LHTC and one of our Customer Service Representatives can review your account and help determine if your current speed is the right fit for your household needs.

Stay connected and ready for whatever the school year brings!

Another routine so many parents know well, packing a daily lunch! From choosing favorites to adding a little variety, those everyday moments are a small way we show we care, one lunchbox at a time.

Need some fresh ideas to make school lunches more exciting? This Food Network article has 37 easy school lunch ideas that are perfect for packing. From star-shaped peanut butter and jelly sandwiches to teddy bear toast, these creative options can help you add something fun and new to your child’s lunchbox.

Click below for these fun lunchtime meals!  Easy, creative ideas to add a little excitement to the everyday lunch routine. 💛

https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/photos/easy-school-lunches

Happy 250^th Birthday America!

Celebrate America’s milestone birthday with the annual July 4th Fireworks Spectacular, airing Saturday July 4^th on NBC, Channel 11, beginning at 8:00 PM. Watch as New York City’s skyline comes alive with a dazzling fireworks display over the iconic Brooklyn Bridge. Don’t miss this unforgettable Independence Day celebration!

And don’t forget one of the most unique Fourth of July traditions—the Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest from Coney Island, New York! Catch all the action live on ESPN, Channel 26, beginning at 11:00 AM.

Watch as the world’s top competitive eaters go head-to-head, racing to consume as many Nathan’s Famous hot dogs and buns as possible in just 10 minutes. The winner earns the coveted Mustard Belt and the title of Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Champion.

With summer in full swing, there’s no shortage of July 4th celebrations, picnics, and backyard parties. If you’re looking for a fun and easy dish to bring along, Food Network has a delicious recipe for Pretzel Dogs. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, they’re the perfect crowd-pleasing treat for your next summer gathering. Click the link below for this recipe and other fun summer favorites!

https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ree-drummond/pretzel-dogs-8728986

Sweet Treats & Sandy Feet!

June marks the official start of summer! Whether you’re by the campfire or relaxing at the pool, it’s the perfect time to enjoy sweet treats with family and friends. Looking for a quick and easy dessert? Check out these delicious 30-minute recipes from Food Network — perfect for parties, gatherings, or satisfying a sweet tooth fast!

https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/photos/quick-dessert-recipes

Summer can also mean a trip to the beach! You won’t even have to leave your couch to enjoy the coast when you watch Battle on the Beach on HGTV. Airing on Channel 71 Mondays at 9/8c, the show follows three amateur teams as they renovate beachfront homes alongside Ty Pennington and two other experts. The teams compete to impress the judges for a chance to win the $50,000 grand prize!

HGTV shows that it is possible to make home improvements that don’t have to cost a fortune. They feature 50 low-cost DIY projects that can enhance your home’s look, from painting your front door to adding magnetic hinges and handles to plain garage doors for a classic carriage-style appearance. Check out the link below for these ideas and more!

https://www.hgtv.com/how-to/home-improvement/diy-home-projects-pictures

The possibilities of love are endless on Hallmark Channel 125. Premiering May 30 at 10/9c, “3 Bed, 2 Bath, 1 Ghost” follows real estate agent Anna as she encounters an unexpected complication, a ghost from the 1920s who refuses to leave her new listing. Determined not to “pass over” until Anna reunites with her ex, the spirited presence may just have plans of its own for love.

As the weather warms up, take your streaming experience outdoors and enjoy your favorite shows in the fresh air. With the LHTC Broadband TV+ app, you can watch on any device, giving you the flexibility to stream wherever you are.

Even better, TV+ comes packed with features you’ll love—like the ability to record, rewind, and replay your favorite shows and movies whenever it’s convenient for you. Plus, with the ability to stream on multiple devices at once, everyone in the household can watch what they want—no compromises needed.

And while you’re enjoying streaming with tv+, don’t miss this new Hallmark movie—it’s a cozy, feel-good way to welcome spring and warmer days. Hallmark invites viewers to the park for a charming story filled with music and romance. When a mysterious piano appears in a gazebo, disrupting important city business, city manager Allie teams up with rookie cop Ryan to have it removed. However, as they spend more time together, they discover that both the music—and their growing connection—are harder to resist than they expected. A Little Park Music premieres April 11 at 8/7c on Channel 125.

Valentine’s Day is about celebrating love—whether that’s with a partner, friends, family, or even yourself. One of the simplest (and sweetest) ways to make the day feel special is by creating something homemade, and chocolate-covered strawberries are a classic. With just fresh strawberries and melted chocolate, you can create a sweet dessert for a cozy night in, a family activity, or a thoughtful Valentine’s surprise. Click the link below from Food Network for this easy and delicious recipe.

https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/food-network-kitchen/chocolate-covered-strawberries-recipe-1941747#recipeHead

Even though February is known as the month of love, it is about more than romantic gestures. At its core, it’s about connections and that’s what LHTC Broadband does best. With LHTC Broadband WiFi, enjoy reliable internet connections throughout your entire home. With advanced technology intelligently allocating bandwidth to each connected device, everyone gets a smooth performance. Using the WiFi app, you can easily manage your network—set parental controls and time limits, check your internet speed, and monitor or adjust your connection anytime, anywhere. Don’t miss the chance to connect with that special someone this Valentine’s Day.

And finally, February brings us the biggest football game of the year-the Super Bowl! You can watch the game on NBC (Channel 11) February 8th at 6:30 PM. With LHTC Broadband tv+, you won’t miss a single second of the action. Features like Pause and Replay let you take that snack break and jump right back into the game exactly where you left off. Not everyone in the family a football fan? No problem! Our Multiview feature lets you watch four live feeds on one screen, so everyone can enjoy what they love. Just another way tv+ has you covered!

Snow is falling and tv+ is calling!

With LHTC Broadband tv+, you can enjoy a full lineup of shows, movies, sports, and local channels—all in HD. Watch live TV, recorded programs, or OnDemand content whenever it fits your schedule. Features like Live Preview, Restart, and Replay TV make it easy to catch what you missed. And when the snow is falling and you’re bundled up trying to stay warm, you can sit back, relax, and watch on the device of your choice.

When winter weather keeps us home, the last thing you want is an internet connection that can’t keep up.

Enjoy fast, reliable internet from a local service provider you can trust. We offer no contracts, free installation, and 100% fiber-optic connectivity. Get speeds up to 1 Gig with unlimited data, so you can stream, work, and game without limits. Call our office, 724-593-2411, to sign up, or if you already have internet, let us help you see if your current speed is right for you!

Stay warm and have a Happy New Year from LHTC Broadband!

No one celebrates Christmas like Hallmark (Channel 125)! Cozy up Saturday, December 6th, for the premiere of She’s Making a List at 8/7c. When Santa’s Naughty and Nice lists get out of hand, he calls in a consulting firm. Isabel, the firm’s top inspector, is assigned to mischievous 11-year-old Charlie—but things get complicated when she starts falling for Charlie’s widowed dad, Jason. Will she follow protocol… or her heart?

Ready for Christmas fun? Tune in to TBS for “All I Watch for Christmas”! Over a month of holiday movies, classic sitcom episodes, and nonstop festive cheer. Whether you’re hunting for a leg-shaped lamp, a grown man dressed as an elf, or a house decked out with 25,000+ twinkle lights, TBS (Channel 78) has it all! Gather the family, cozy up, and watch these Christmas classics. Make the kind of holiday memories everyone remembers.

And let’s not forget that lovable, Red-Nosed Reindeer who melted our hearts! No Christmas is complete without the timeless 1964 classic Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. Rudolph, teased for his shiny red nose, runs away but is brought back just in time. Santa sees his nose can guide the sleigh through a storm, and Rudolph saves Christmas, showing that being different is a special gift. Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer will air on NBC (Channel 11) on Friday, December 5^th at 8 PM.

Gobble til you wobble!  Thanksgiving is all about the turkey—but that doesn’t mean it has to be boring. This year, switch things up with a recipe from Food Network that takes the classic bird and turns it into something your guests will remember. A cranberry-orange glaze adds just the right balance of sweet, tangy, and festive flavor to make your turkey the star it’s meant to be. Click the link below for the recipe.

https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/food-network-kitchen/roast-turkey-with-cranberry-orange-glaze-5483544

Thanksgiving is not just about food but also a time to reflect and give thanks.
We discovered this adorable project from HGTV that captures the true spirit of the holiday — creating a Thankful Tree! Each family member writes what they’re grateful for on colorful leaves, which are then added to the tree. By the end, you’ll have a beautiful display of gratitude and love to share during your Thanksgiving celebration.

https://www.hgtv.com/lifestyle/holidays/new-thanksgiving-tradition-create-a-thankful-tree

We couldn’t talk about Thanksgiving without mentioning the iconic Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade! The annual Parade will be on NBC (Channel 11) at 9:00 AM. A beloved tradition since 1924, the parade brings larger-than-life balloons, dazzling floats, and joyful performances that fill the streets of New York City — and our homes — with holiday cheer. It’s a celebration that truly kicks off the season of gratitude and togetherness.

If the pumpkin fits, carve it! There’s no better way to get into the Halloween spirit than by carving pumpkins. Whether you’re going for cute, creepy, or downright terrifying, a glowing jack-o’-lantern on your porch is a classic autumn tradition that never goes out of style. All you need is a pumpkin, a few tools, and a little imagination to light up your Halloween! We came across a super helpful article from Food Network on pumpkin carving that’s full of tips and inspiration for your next jack-o’-lantern masterpiece!

https://www.foodnetwork.com/holidays-and-parties/packages/halloween/pumpkin-carving-hacks

If you’re looking for something to watch this Halloween, Hallmark (Channel 125) takes us back to Evergreen Lane, which is famous for its over-the-top holiday displays—but Halloween has always been the exception. That changes when festive newcomers Luna (Brown) and Marvin (Kountz) move in, inspiring longtime resident Emily (Chabert), her husband Jared (Brown), and the rest of the HOA to embrace the spooky season. Together, they launch “EverSCREAM Lane,” a neighborhood-wide Halloween celebration aimed at raising money for a local charity. Along the way, Emily reconnects with the Halloween magic she once shared with her late grandmother—rediscovering that some traditions are worth resurrecting. Haul Out The Halloween premieres October 11 8/7c.