Ending TV service wasn't an easy decision for NHTC, but it was necessary as the rates charged by content providers has risen dramatically year after year. Local programming costs increased by 791% since 2013 — up from just under $3 per subscriber to more than $25 per subscriber in 2021 — and that is for local programming alone.

“We understand the frustration of our customers when we are forced to increase rates for our television packages, and we would have again been forced to increase rates had the decision not been made to discontinue the service,” says General Manager, Daniel Martin. “Instead of increasing your statement each year to compensate for these exorbitant fee increases, NHTC decided that it is best for all to cease TV service as rates continue to increase.”

TRADITIONAL NHTC TV SERVICES WILL END JUNE 30

Three great options for all your viewing needs

1. NHTC is partnering with DISH Network.

• Enjoy your favorite programming through satellite-based TV.
• Contact NHTC directly or call 844-268-3859 to sign up for DISH.
• NHTC customers are eligible for a $100 gift card when they sign up with DISH.*
• DISH will provide the needed equipment for customers who choose to sign up for that service.
• DISH offers packages that include local channels.

*Residential customers only. Promotional pricing subject to change. Gift card available for a limited time to qualifying customers. Credit check is required. Visit http://nhtc.coop/dish/ for full details. 

2. NHTC offers options for both indoor and outdoor antennas.

• Options available for installation by NHTC for a limited time.
• Antennas allow for access to local channels, which are free over the air.
• Call NHTC for antenna installation rates and the time limit.
• Customers may also purchase an antenna from NHTC for self-installation. Call for rates.

3. Looking for a streaming service?

What is streaming?

Streaming refers to watching movies or television shows across an internet connection, instead of a traditional TV subscription service.

Using an app such as Sling TV or YouTube TV to stream programming, customers can watch on a TV, tablet, laptop or other connected devices.

Why streaming?

• Streaming options require a high-speed internet connection and NHTC offers 100 Mbps and 1 gigabit internet speeds via a state-of-the-art fiber network and provides plenty of bandwidth to stream your favorite programming and movies.
• Customers who choose to stream programming will need a smart TV or a streaming device to use with their existing TV.
• Examples of streaming devices include Roku, Amazon Fire Stick, Apple TV or Google Chromecast.
  • Consult the streaming provider's website to determine which devices it supports.
  • Professional installation isn't required for a new streaming device, and it's simplified for easy connection and setup.

Which to choose?

• NHTC doesn't recommend any one streaming service. However, a comparison chart of the most popular streaming services is available on the website, nhtc.coop.
• The chart is not all-inclusive, and there's no substitute for doing research to select the best service and device that meets someone's needs.

NHTC is here to help through this transition.

• Please visit the TV tab on the NHTC website at nhtc.coop to find more information regarding the partnership with DISH, as well as other available options. (Please note: if you are a business customer, click on the business tab of the website to make sure that you are getting accurate business TV information).
• NHTC has a showroom set up in the lobby at our office to allow customers the opportunity to demo available options to see which option works best for you: DISH, streaming or an antenna.
• Once NHTC TV service officially ends on June 30, the equipment will no longer be useful. Customers can dispose of it themselves or return it for recycling to the NHTC business office at 5415 Main Drive, New Hope.

Call 256-723-4211 for more information or assistance.