Comcast Brings High-Speed Internet and Lift Zone to McDuffie County, Celebrates with Laptop Giveaway and Block Party

Multi-Million Dollar Broadband Expansion Brings Local Connectivity, New Services and Community Support to McDuffie County

MCDUFFIE COUNTY, Ga., Aug. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Comcast has completed a broadband expansion project in McDuffie County, Georgia, bringing reliable, high-speed Internet, mobile and security services from Xfinity and Comcast Business to residents and businesses for the first time. 

This investment represents Comcast's ongoing commitment to closing the digital divide in communities across the Southeast – bringing more residents and businesses the tools they need to thrive in today's digital world.

"Reliable Internet access is no longer a luxury, it's a necessity for families, businesses and communities to grow," said County Chairman Chase Beggs. "Comcast's expansion strengthens our infrastructure, supports economic development and gives our residents the tools they need to compete and connect in today's world."

To mark the occasion, Comcast hosted a celebration that included a surprise laptop giveaway, a ribbon-cutting ceremony and a community block party. 47 dual enrollment junior and senior students at Thomson High School received free laptops, helping ensure more young people in McDuffie County have the digital tools they need to succeed in school and beyond.

The laptop giveaway is part of Project UP, the company's $1 billion commitment to create digital opportunity 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.

"Access to technology is essential for student success, both in and out of the classroom," said Dr. Mychele Rhodes, McDuffie County Schools Superintendent. "We're grateful to Comcast for helping close the digital gap for so many of our students through this laptop giveaway and continued support of our community. This investment will have a lasting impact on learning and opportunity in McDuffie County."

Comcast also officially activated the Lift Zone at the McDuffie County Boys & Girls Club – reaffirming its commitment to supporting students and families with free, high-speed WiFi and digital resources. While the Club has previously served as a Lift Zone, this relaunch marks a renewed focus on digital access and impact. To support the initiative, Comcast donated a $10,000 grant to the Club to enhance technology resources and programming within the space.

The celebration wrapped up with a community block party at the Club, featuring a DJ, face painting, a 360-photo booth, and a food truck. Attendees had the opportunity to connect with Xfinity and Internet Essentials representatives to learn more about the new services. 

"Our work in McDuffie County is about more than building our network – it's about building up communities," said Mike McArdle, Comcast Regional Senior Vice President. "By expanding access to high-speed Internet, we're investing in the future of this County. We're proud to partner with local leaders and organizations who share our commitment to helping every resident thrive."

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 connected world. McDuffie County joins the more than 64 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. It delivers multi-gigabit Internet speeds with 99.9 percent reliability and security built from the ground up to keep customers safe from cyber threats.  

Introducing Xfinity for McDuffie County Residents
Comcast's residential services are marketed under the Xfinity and NOW brands and consumers in McDuffie 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 Wi-Fi 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 Businesses in McDuffie County
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. 

What it Means for the McDuffie 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. Over the past three years, Comcast has invested $48.5 million in cash and in-kind funding to support Georgia non-profits, community events, scholarships and other activities focused on helping people build digital skills, expanding Lift Zones, and funding connectivity and Internet adoption programs. 

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.

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