Georgia Benefits from 26,000 New Kinetic Fiber Builds
A portion of the Georgia builds received American Rescue Plan Act funding through county and state partnerships.
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Rhea-AI Summary
Uniti (NASDAQ: UNIT) expanded its Kinetic fiber network to more than 26,000 additional Georgia homes in the third quarter of 2026.
The builds covered more than 140 communities, including Valdosta, Springfield, Folkston, Rincon, Canton, Moultrie, Fairmount, White Plains, Dalton and Trion. A portion received American Rescue Plan Act funding through partnerships with counties and the State of Georgia. More than 456,000 locations in Georgia now have access to Kinetic fiber.
Across its 18-state footprint, Kinetic added 162,000 fiber locations in Q3 2026. The business has approximately 2.2 million homes passed to date, meaning its network reaches those homes, and approximately 11.9 million fiber strand miles. These network figures describe availability and infrastructure, not subscriber additions.
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- Moderate point162,000 fiber locations added in Q3 2026, including more than 26,000 additional Georgia homes.
- Minor pointAmerican Rescue Plan Act funding supported a portion of Georgia builds through county and state partnerships.
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News Explained
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Key Figures
- Georgia homes added
- More than 26,000 homes
- Q3 2026 fiber expansion
- Georgia communities reached
- More than 140 communities
- Q3 2026 fiber expansion
- Footprint locations added
- 162,000 locations
- Across Kinetic’s 18-state footprint in Q3 2026
- Georgia locations with access
- More than 456,000 locations
- To date
Historical Context
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Added 11,400 Lexington locations, bringing access to 46,800 households.
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- Rapid Q3 2026 expansion benefits communities and customers by enabling remote work, gaming, streaming, agriculture and telehealth
- 162,000 new Kinetic fiber locations added across its 18-state footprint in Q3
CANTON, Ga., Nov. 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kinetic today announced a major broadband expansion in Georgia, delivering multi-gig fiber internet to more than 26,000 additional homes across more than 140 communities in the third quarter of 2026. The expansion highlights Kinetic’s commitment to deliver better technology, at a better value, for customers.
According to Ookla® Speedtest Intelligence® data 1H 2026, Kinetic delivers “the fastest download speeds” in Hiawassee, Lumpkin County, Pickens County, Towns County, and Union County.*
In the third quarter of 2026, Kinetic added fiber locations in Valdosta, Springfield, Folkston, Rincon, Canton, Moultrie, Fairmount, White Plains, Dalton, Trion, and more. A portion of these locations were built with the support of American Rescue Plan Act funding in partnership with the counties and the State of Georgia.
“I am thankful to be a part of Kinetic. The service is great, and the (install) technician was pleasant. Kinetic is the best choice I've ever made,” said Joann Smith, a Kinetic customer in Fitzgerald.
To date, more than 456,000 locations across the Peach State have access to Kinetic’s high-speed, next-generation connectivity.
Research shows that fiber-connected communities experience
"Reliable, high-speed internet is essential for every community, especially when it comes to economic growth and participation in today's digital economy,” said Stacy Hale, Kinetic's state operations president. “Fiber internet can help support local businesses, expand access to education and telehealth, and create more opportunities for residents to work, learn and thrive. We're committed to bringing this technology to more communities to help strengthen their economic foundation and bolster success for years to come."
Kinetic fiber customers can benefit from seamless 4K+ streaming across multiple devices with no data caps and no usage charges. Multi-gigabit connections support remote work, online learning and low-latency gaming and, through partnerships with YouTube TV, AT&T for wireless bundles, and eero, an Amazon company, households and businesses receive a unified high-performance connectivity experience.
More Georgia residents and businesses now have access to:
- Wi-Fi 7 – The newest, most advanced secure connection with equipment from manufacturers like eero, an Amazon company. Wi-Fi 7 delivers faster speeds and lower latency and supports up to 200+ connected devices at the same time, creating a better internet experience with wall-to-wall coverage and less tech stress.
- Whole-Home Wi-Fi Set-Up – Professional new fiber installs coupled with the Kinetic PromiseTM, which is a pledge that technicians will not leave the home until Wi-Fi works in every area and on every device where needed.
- YouTube TV Bundle – New bundle gives eligible Kinetic customers a
$10 per month discount for up to 12 months** when they pair YouTube TV with their high-speed internet packages.
Kinetic, named CNET’s Best Rural Fiber Internet Provider in 2026, has approximately 11.9 million fiber strand miles and approximately 2.2 million homes passed to date across its 18-state footprint.
“We’re reaching more areas faster with award-winning technology to help people stay connected to what matters most,” said Hale.
Residents interested in Kinetic Fiber Internet can check service availability and construction updates at www.gokinetic.com or call 1- 877-90-FIBER (877-903-4237).
About Kinetic: Named the Telecommunications Company of the Year in 2026 (Stevie GOLD/American Business Awards), Kinetic is a business unit of Uniti (NASDAQ: UNIT), and is a premier insurgent provider of multi-gigabit fiber internet, whole-home Wi-Fi, internet security, and voice services in 1,400 markets across 18 states in the Southwestern, Southeastern, Midwestern, and Northeastern U.S. Additional information is available at gokinetic.com.
Media Contact:
Megan Krtek
uniti.kinetic.pr@uniti.com
Kinetic Promise™ relies on reasonable effort to confirm Wi-Fi works in living spaces where customer grants technician access. Wi-Fi coverage & performance vary by layout, building materials, interference, & device capability. Not a guarantee of uniform coverage, speed, or error-free service. Add. equipment or wiring may be required & incur charges; certain areas/devices (e.g., detached structures or outdoor spaces) may be excluded. Customer may cancel any time.
*Based on Ookla® Speedtest Intelligence® data, 1H 2026. All rights reserved.
**New and existing Kinetic users new to YouTube TV main plan. If eligible, user receives a free trial then,
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How much did Uniti’s Kinetic fiber network expand in Georgia in Q3 2026?
Kinetic expanded fiber availability to more than 26,000 additional Georgia homes across more than 140 communities in Q3 2026. More than 456,000 locations across Georgia now have access to its fiber network.