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Morning Brief: NextLight Video Contest

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Longmont Power and Communications wants Longmont residents to submit a short video stating why they love their NextLight internet service.

“Every time LPC comes to an event, we hear constant praise from residents about the speed and reliability that NextLight provides, and what they’ve done with it,” LPC spokesman Scott Rochat said. “This is their opportunity to share that excitement with all their friends and neighbors, and to have fun doing it.”

The contest runs from now until November 16. The contest rules state that videos must be 30 seconds or less and must be submitted by a NextLight residential customer. LPC asks that submissions be made via private message on LPC's Facebook page.

After submissions have been gathered, LPC will choose two winning entries. Those will be posted on LPC's Facebook page and YouTube channel. The owners of the winning videos will receive a $100 downtown gift card and one month free of NextLight service.

“NextLight belongs to the entire community, and the community has embraced it,” acting general manager Susan Wisecup said. “We’ve seen it empower and attract business, support the needs of homes, and give Longmont a solid base for its future development. It’s been great to see what our customers have done with their fiber, and we look forward to seeing and hearing more.”

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