What’s the news? AT&T* has expanded its 5G network in Jackson County, giving residents, businesses and visitors a big boost in their wireless connectivity. We’ve added a new cell tower to enhance the area’s coverage and capacity, and help customers unlock the power of America’s Most Reliable 5G Network. 

Among other benefits, this new cell tower will provide better coverage and speeds along Highway 441 in Commerce.

Why is this important? We know how important it is for our customers to stay connected. And AT&T 5G brings fast, reliable and secure connectivity to more than 281 million people in over 22,000 cities and towns nationwide, which now includes Georgetown. This helps Georgia residents and businesses get the best possible experience over the AT&T network wherever they live, work and play. And it’s giving first responders on FirstNet – America’s public safety network – access to always-on, 24-hours-a-day priority and preemption across voice and data.

These enhancements also bring Band 14 spectrum to the area. Band 14 is nationwide, high-quality spectrum set aside by the government specifically for FirstNet. We look at Band 14 as public safety’s VIP lane. In an emergency, this band – or lane – can be cleared and locked just for FirstNet subscribers. When not in use by FirstNet subscribers, AT&T customers can enjoy Band 14’s added coverage and capacity.

Our commitment to Georgia Communities: From 2020 to 2022, we invested more than $5.3 billion in our wireless and wired networks in Georgia. These investments boost reliability, coverage, speed and overall performance for residents and their businesses.

What is FirstNet? FirstNet is the only nationwide, high-speed broadband communications platform dedicated to and purpose-built for America’s first responders and the extended public safety community. It is built with AT&T in public-private partnership with the federal government. The FirstNet network is providing first responders with truly dedicated coverage and capacity when they need it, unique benefits like always-on priority and preemption, and high-quality Band 14 spectrum. These advanced capabilities help fire, EMS, EMA, law enforcement, and 9-1-1 personnel save lives and protect communities. 

What people are saying:

John Scott

Vice President and Director of Economic Development

Jackson County Area Chamber of Commerce

“At the Jackson County Area Chamber of Commerce, we are committed to growing business, opportunities and connections. Having access to reliable connectivity is essential in how we attract and retain business, how our students develop new skills and how our residents connect with one another. With this enhanced wireless coverage, Jackson County residents and businesses have greater access to the connectivity they need to thrive in today’s 21^st century economy. We are grateful for AT&T’s continued investment and how it will help open the door to more economic opportunities for our county. 

Brian Barfield

Regional Director of External Affairs, AT&T

“At AT&T, we have been connecting Georgia communities for nearly 145 years and we are committed to connecting more Georgians through our investments in the state. We are proud to invest in Jackson County with wireless infrastructure necessary to connect in today’s digital world. With enhanced wireless coverage, our customers will be able to experience better network connectivity that will help with virtual learning, responding to emergencies and connecting with one another. 

Where can I find more information? Go here to learn more about how AT&T is supporting Georgia. For more about the value FirstNet is bringing to public safety, check out FirstNet.com.