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C Spire Expands 5G Coverage in Biloxi with Strategic School and Community Upgrades

2024-11-05

RIDGELAND, Miss. (November 5, 2024) – C Spire, a diversified telecommunications and technology services company, has enhanced its Biloxi wireless network with 5G technology, helping to deliver enhanced connectivity to thousands of residents, students, and businesses.

The latest upgrade on Popps Ferry Road introduces 5G capabilities and expanded bandwidth, significantly boosting network speeds and reliability for the Biloxi community. Additional enhancements in Biloxi this year include small cell installations at Biloxi High School and Creekbend Elementary, providing seamless connectivity for students, educators, and families.

"We're committed to delivering an exceptional wireless experience that keeps our communities connected," said Alan Jones, chief network officer at C Spire. "These strategic investments in high-traffic areas help meet our customers' evolving needs, especially in locations like schools and commercial areas."

C Spire's proactive approach to network enhancement has resulted in over 500 infrastructure improvements across Mississippi in 2022 and 2023, including 5G and LTE deployments. These enhancements build upon C Spire's network and the fiber infrastructure that powers its wireless network.

"As wireless demand continues to grow, we are staying ahead of the curve," said Craig Jackson, general manager of C Spire's wireless division. "These upgrades demonstrate our commitment to understanding wireless usage and proactively addressing our customer's future needs."

Additional small cell deployments are planned across Mississippi in the coming months, furthering C Spire's commitment to delivering connectivity throughout the region.

About C Spire C Spire is a privately held national advanced technology company that delivers customer-inspired solutions, transforming how people and businesses connect, live, and work. With a proven legacy of innovation, C Spire is elevating connected living by providing customers with fiber-powered smart homes, AI-enhanced experiences and 5G connectivity. C Spire is accelerating tomorrow's business growth with secure fiber networks, AI-driven cloud solutions and intelligent collaboration tools. The company, based in Ridgeland, Miss., is the largest, privately held U.S. wireless carrier, a leading fiber internet provider in Alabama, Mississippi, and Tennessee, and an award-winning tech solutions partner for businesses across 49 states. This news release and other announcements are available at www.cspire.com/news. For more information about C Spire, visit www.cspire.com or follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/cspire or X at www.x.com/cspire.