AT&T is set to expand its high-speed fiber internet services to parts of Leake and Neshoba counties in Mississippi as part of a $30.5 million public-private initiative.
The project, funded through a partnership with the state, aims to bring reliable broadband access to underserved areas, enhancing connectivity for both residents and businesses.
According to a press release, the expansion will reach more than 5300 resident and business locations in the two counties, plus areas of Rankin and Hinds Counties. This initiative is part of a broader effort to improve internet access across rural Mississippi, addressing the digital divide and supporting economic development in these communities.
The Mississippi Office of Broadband Expansion and Accessibility (BEAM) has been instrumental in facilitating this project, utilizing federal funds from the American Rescue Plan Act to support the expansion.
Residents and businesses in the affected areas are encouraged to check the availability of services and stay informed about the progress of the expansion through the Mississippi broadband map at www.broadbandms.com.
