Verizon Communications Inc. has announced the award of a contract by the U.S. Air Force to upgrade network capabilities at 35 Air Force bases nationwide with 5G and/or 4G LTE enhancements. These improvements are anticipated to provide significantly higher speeds, expanded bandwidth, and reduced latency, thereby enhancing the quality of life for military personnel and adjacent communities. At present, Verizon shares are trading at $39.42 on the New York Stock Exchange, reflecting a slight decline of 0.53 percent.