Moultrie Now a ‘Gig-Ready’ Community From Kinetic’s Fiber-Optic Network Expansion
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Kinetic (NYSE:UNIT) announced that Moultrie, Georgia is now officially a Kinetic “Gig-Ready Community”, with more than 75% of homes having access to its multi-gig, next-generation fiber internet. Over 13,000 locations in the greater Moultrie area now benefit from higher-speed connectivity supporting work, education, streaming and telehealth.
According to Kinetic, portions of the buildout used American Rescue Plan Act funding in partnership with local counties and the State of Georgia. The company cites research linking fiber connectivity to higher business growth, increased self-employment and 14–17% gains in home values, and highlights its recognition as CNET’s “2026 Best Rural Fiber Provider.”
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| Date | Event | Sentiment | 24h Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 05 | Fiber expansion | Positive | -3.6% | Fiber expansion announcements were followed by a negative 24-hour price reaction. |
| Aug 05 | Fiber expansion | Positive | -3.6% | Fiber expansion announcements were followed by a negative 24-hour price reaction. |
| Aug 05 | Fiber expansion | Positive | -3.6% | Fiber expansion announcements were followed by a negative 24-hour price reaction. |
| Aug 05 | Fiber expansion | Positive | -3.6% | Fiber expansion announcements were followed by a negative 24-hour price reaction. |
| Aug 05 | Fiber expansion | Positive | -3.6% | Fiber expansion announcements were followed by a negative 24-hour price reaction. |
24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.
Recent Kinetic fiber-expansion announcements were followed by negative 24-hour reactions, despite the announcements describing operational expansion.
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75% of homes in the community now have access to Kinetic’s Multi-Gig, Next-Generation internet - 13,000 locations benefit from better internet experience supporting economic growth, telehealth, work, streaming
MOULTRIE, Ga., Aug. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kinetic, the insurgent residential and business fiber internet provider, announced today that Moultrie is officially recognized as a Kinetic ‘Gig-Ready Community,’ meaning more than
This major technological milestone marks a significant advancement in the community’s digital infrastructure and provides many residents with award-winning technology - at a better value - and an overall better internet experience to help enhance everyday life.
“Kinetic’s internet service is much more reliable than our previous service,” said Lester Castellow, a Kinetic customer in Moultrie. “The installation crews were very professional and did a great job. We were concerned that burial of the fiber optic line across our front yard would leave a scar on our turf, so we explained that concern to the foreman. He listened, guided his crew, and they did such a good job that I could not tell the fiber had been installed after they left.”
In Moultrie, Ookla’s H1 2026 Speedtest data shows Kinetic delivers upload speeds more than 5.5 times faster than Xtream Powered by Mediacom and the “most responsive internet,” with latency besting CNSNEXT by more than
To date, more than 13,000 homes in the greater Moultrie area have access to Kinetic’s future-proof internet to better support work, education, streaming, and telehealth. A portion of these locations were built to with the support of American Rescue Plan Act funding in partnership with the counties and the State of Georgia.
Kinetic’s continued investment in the community’s fiber-optic network is providing fast and reliable connectivity that is essential for economic growth and opportunities. According to research, fiber-connected communities see meaningful gains, including:
“High-speed fiber plays a vital role in how people live, work, learn, and stay connected in today’s digital world,” said Stacy Hale, Kinetic’s regional state operations president. “That’s why we’re continuing to invest in our network and build more Gig-Ready communities like Moultrie, giving more residents access to the reliable connectivity they need to grow, unlock new opportunities, and improve everyday life.”
Kinetic has been a long-term partner to Moultrie and many other communities across Georgia. Kinetic was recently named CNET’s “2026 Best Rural Fiber Provider,” and the company’s continued local investment in the state builds on its national recognition for fiber performance and reliability.
Residents who want to check fiber availability or construction updates can call 1- 877-90-FIBER (877-903-4237) or visit www.gokinetic.com.
About Kinetic: Kinetic, a business unit of Uniti (NASDAQ: UNIT), 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 about Kinetic is available at gokinetic.com.
*Based on Ookla® Speedtest Intelligence® data, 1H 2026. All rights reserved. Technology agnostic.
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