Network Expansion Brings Increased Xfinity and Comcast Business Services to Residents and Businesses
To Commemorate the Expansion, Comcast Hosted a Groundbreaking Ceremony with Madison County Officials
CANTON, Miss. – December 10, 2024 – Comcast is working to connect thousands of new homes and businesses in Madison County, Miss. to reliable, high-speed Internet by expanding its network to the region, enhancing digital infrastructure, promoting economic growth, and positioning residents and local businesses for success in an increasingly digital world. The network expansion brings Internet, mobile and security services from Xfinity and Comcast Business to residents and businesses for the first time. The project will be completed by the end of 2025 and the first several hundred residents will have services available by the end of 2024.
The expansion is made possible by a $4.8 million grant from Madison County, a $4.9 million grant from the State of Mississippi and a $7.6 million investment from Comcast.
“I want to welcome Comcast’s participation as the Internet Service Provider (ISP) and applaud Comcast’s continued focus on helping us build critical infrastructure needed to support residents and businesses in rural Mississippi,” said Paul Griffin, Madison County Supervisor, District 5. “Our joint efforts are a prime example of how all levels of government, along with private companies and non-profits, can effectively work together to close the digital divide quickly in Madison County and other counties around Mississippi.
To commemorate the start of the project, Comcast hosted a groundbreaking ceremony at Sulphur Springs Park in Canton with Madison County officials and community partners. Comcast also presented a $10,000 grant to the North Madison County Economic Development Council. The grant will fund a new mobile computer lab for students, small business owners and seniors to learn digital skills. The grant and groundbreaking ceremony are part of Project UP, Comcast’s $1 billion initiative to advance digital opportunity and economic mobility.
“We are grateful for Comcast and their generous donation in support of our new mobile computer lab,” said Dr. Pallascene Cole, Chair of the North Madison County Economic Development Council. “The Madison workforce relies heavily on digital adoption and skills training, and I can’t wait to provide this impactful resource to the community.”
A Network You Can Trust to be Reliable, Fast and Secure
Comcast’s state-of-the-art network is built to enable residents and businesses to thrive in today’s constantly connected world. Northeast Madison County will join the more than 63 million homes and businesses across the country to have access to a network that is trusted by essential community organizations like hospitals, schools, transportation systems and first responders, and federal agencies like the Department of Defense and FEMA. It delivers multi-gigabit Internet speeds, 99.9 percent reliability and security built from the ground up to keep customers safe from cyber threats.
Introducing Xfinity for Consumers
Comcast’s residential services are marketed under the Xfinity and NOW brands and consumers in Northeast Madison County can take advantage of Xfinity’s and NOW’s full suite of products, including Internet, video, mobile, voice and home security. With multi-gigabit Internet speeds, powerful WiFi able to reach every corner of the home, and super-responsive connections with low lag available with its plan, customers have a great experience using their connected devices to stream their favorite sports and entertainment content, video chat with coworkers and friends, learn from home or simply surf the web.
Comcast Business to Power Northeast Madison County’s Workforce
For local businesses, Comcast Business offers a suite of connectivity, communications, networking, cybersecurity, wireless, and managed solutions to help organizations of all sizes achieve their business goals. Industry analysts and associations have consistently recognized Comcast Business as a leader and innovator in flexible, scalable options as well as one of the fastest-growing providers of Ethernet services.
“Northeast Madison County’s new broadband network will undoubtably foster meaningful access to health care, education and economic prosperity.” said XX from the Broadband Expansion and Accessibility of Mississippi (BEAM) office. “Thank you to Comcast for helping ensure every Mississippian can reach their full potential, regardless of their zip code.”
What it means for the Northeast Madison County Community
Comcast’s commitment to communities goes beyond building the network and aims to increase economic mobility for the local community and its residents. That’s why Comcast created Internet Essentials, a broadband adoption program that offers eligible households low-cost, high-speed Internet and affordable computers. Additionally, over the past three years, Comcast has invested more than $1 million in cash and in-kind donations into Miss. nonprofits focused on helping people build digital skills, expanding WiFi-connected Lift Zones and funding connectivity and Internet adoption programs.
“Whether you live in a densely populated area or in a rural community, every person deserves access to the same infrastructure needed to learn, do business and connect with loved ones,” said Mike McArdle, Regional Senior Vice President at Comcast. “We thank the leaders of Madison County and the State of Mississippi for their partnership on this meaningful project and look forward to the impact it is sure to have on residents.”
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About Comcast Corporation
Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences we create, our businesses reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers, and guests worldwide. We deliver world-class broadband, wireless, and video through Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky; produce, distribute, and stream leading entertainment, sports, and news through brands including NBC, Telemundo, Universal, Peacock, and Sky; and bring incredible theme parks and attractions to life through Universal Destinations & Experiences. Visit www.comcastcorporation.com for more information.
About Project UP
The Digital Expansion Rally is part of Project UP, Comcast’s $1 billion initiative to advance digital equity through programs and community partnerships that connect people to the Internet, advance economic mobility, and open doors for the next generation of innovators, entrepreneurs, storytellers and creators.
About North Madison County Economic Development Council
The North Madison County Economic Development Council is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization dedicated to improving housing and economic development in Northeast Madison County. Their mission is to develop, promote and maintain a multi-faceted, community-based plan for economic development in the community
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