News Summary
Greenwood, South Carolina, has enhanced its broadband access with a new $6.1 million Comcast expansion, funded by the American Rescue Plan. This project introduces residents and local businesses to Xfinity and Comcast Business Internet, mobile, and security services. A ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Boys & Girls Club celebrated the rollout and included community events, free laptops for students, and a $10,000 donation for digital literacy programs. The initiative aims to boost education and local economic development by providing high-speed internet access.
Greenwood, South Carolina has recently seen a significant boost in its broadband access, thanks to a new $6.1 million expansion project completed by Comcast. Funded by the American Rescue Plan Act State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds, this initiative marks the first time local residents and businesses will have access to Xfinity and Comcast Business Internet, mobile, and security services.
The expansion ceremony included a ribbon-cutting event held at the Boys & Girls Club of the Lakelands Region, which was followed by a community block party. This festive gathering allowed local families to celebrate the broadband rollout, while also providing educational resources to the youth. As part of the event, 50 high school students received free laptops aimed at enhancing their educational opportunities and promoting digital literacy in the community. In addition, Comcast made a $10,000 donation to the Boys & Girls Club to help fund digital literacy programs on-site.
Moreover, the Boys & Girls Club is set to become one of Comcast’s Lift Zones, offering free Wi-Fi and essential technology resources for students. This initiative is part of Comcast’s broader Project UP, which involves a $1 billion commitment to improve digital opportunities through various community partnerships. This commitment serves as an essential resource for local youth, especially in light of previous challenges such as Hurricane Helene, after which Comcast donated $10,000 to support recovery efforts at the Boys & Girls Club.
The newly established broadband services from Comcast promise enhanced connectivity, featuring a state-of-the-art network capable of delivering multi-gigabit internet speeds with 99.9% reliability. This improvement has been welcomed by local officials, with the city’s mayor describing the expansion as a potential “gamechanger” for Greenwood. It is expected to significantly impact local education and bolster economic development.
In addition to these new services, Comcast’s residential offerings being marketed under the Xfinity and NOW brands include a variety of products, such as internet, video, mobile, voice, and home security services. Meanwhile, Comcast Business focuses on providing connectivity and managed solutions designed to support local businesses in achieving their goals.
Comcast’s investment in Greenwood is part of a larger effort in South Carolina, where the company has allocated $1.3 million over the past three years to nonprofit initiatives that boost digital skills, establish Lift Zones, and enhance Internet adoption programs. Their commitment to supporting local communities will continue with sponsorship of upcoming events, including the Festival of Discovery in July, which aims to further engage residents and highlight the importance of digital access.
The expansion is not only a technological leap for Greenwood but also closely aligns with ongoing efforts to ensure that families and businesses in the area have the resources they need to thrive in a digital-first world. As high-speed Internet connectivity becomes increasingly vital for education, business operations, and community development, Comcast’s initiatives in Greenwood represent a meaningful step toward enhancing the digital future of the entire region.
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