Comcast has extended its next-generation network to Paola and Hillsdale, Kansas, linking more than 4,000 homes and businesses to dependable, high-speed, symmetrical Internet. This initiative is poised to strengthen the area's digital framework, spur economic advancement, and equip residents and businesses with essential digital tools. The introduction of Xfinity and Comcast Business services to these communities offers a comprehensive suite of Internet, mobile, entertainment, and security solutions.
The expansion, marked by a ribbon-cutting ceremony in Paola's Town Square, underscores Comcast's substantial investment in Kansas, exceeding $38 million in technology and infrastructure over the last three years. In a gesture of community support, Comcast contributed $2,500 to My Father's House, a nonprofit serving the rural underserved population.
Local leaders have lauded the project for its capacity to enhance access to critical services, drive economic growth, and improve community living standards. Randi Shannon, Paola's City Manager, and April Damron of the Paola Chamber of Commerce both stressed the transformative impact of reliable high-speed Internet on closing the digital gap and aiding local enterprises and families.
Comcast's network delivers multi-gigabit speeds, 99.9 percent reliability, and integrated security. The residents and businesses of Paola and Hillsdale now benefit from Xfinity's extensive offerings, including Internet, video, mobile, voice, and home security. Comcast Business also provides tailored connectivity and communication solutions for organizations of varying sizes.
In addition to infrastructure development, Comcast is fostering economic mobility via initiatives like Internet Essentials, which supplies affordable high-speed Internet to qualifying households. The company's commitment to the community extends to sponsoring local events, further embedding its presence in the area.
