{"success":true,"data":{"pressRelease":{"id":"139379","rtpr_id":"nBw480HF3a-20260909","ticker":"CMCSA","exchange":"NASDAQ","all_tickers":["CMCSA"],"title":"Xfinity and Comcast Business High-Speed Internet Now Available to More Than 2,800 Homes and Businesses in Glades County, Florida","author":"Business Wire","published_at":"2026-09-09T14:00:00.147Z","article_body":"Xfinity and Comcast Business High-Speed Internet Now Available to More Than\n2,800 Homes and Businesses in Glades County, Florida\n\nThe Broadband Infrastructure Project Ensures More Rural Floridians Can Access\nAmerica’s Smartest and Most Reliable Converged WiFi Network\n\nComcast announced today Xfinity and Comcast Business reliable, high-speed\nInternet services are now available to more than 2,800 homes and businesses in\nGlades County, including more than 2,100 locations that previously lacked\naccess to broadband. The project is made possible through a public-private\npartnership with the state and includes locations in and around the\ncommunities of Lakeport, Moore Haven, Ortona and Sarasota Colony.\n\nThis press release features multimedia. View the full release here:\nhttps://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260909316516/en/\n(https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260909316516/en/)\n\n“This is a major step forward for our community,” said State Rep. Kaylee\nTuck. “Reliable Internet access creates new opportunities for our families,\nstudents, and small businesses, and helps position Glades County for long-term\nsuccess. We appreciate Comcast’s investment and their commitment to\nsupporting our community’s future.”\n\nResidents can visit Xfinity.com\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=http%3A%2F%2Fxfinity.com%2FMyTown&esheet=54598769&newsitemid=20260909316516&lan=en-US&anchor=Xfinity.com&index=1&md5=6349515c5b41b9ab7bc379a7cce55634)\nand businesses should visit ComcastBusiness.com\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fbusiness.comcast.com%2F&esheet=54598769&newsitemid=20260909316516&lan=en-US&anchor=ComcastBusiness.com&index=2&md5=727c890207b84aa01c500292c2ff1821)\nto see if services are available at their address. Xfinity brings Internet,\nmobile, entertainment, and smart home services into one simple, seamless\nsolution – giving customers more speed, savings, and control over their\nconnected lives. Glades County now joins more than 65 million homes and\nbusinesses nationwide with access to a network that fuels innovation,\nproductivity, and everyday connection.\n\n“We’re proud to expand Internet access across Southwest Florida, including\nin Glades County, where our network is opening new opportunities for\nresidents, businesses and community organizations,” said Kristeen\nCominiello, Senior Vice President of Comcast’s Florida Region. “With\nXfinity, customers get fast, reliable Internet, mobile savings, entertainment,\nmillions of WiFi hotspots and built-in protection with Xfinity Shield. Comcast\nBusiness gives local organizations the connectivity and cybersecurity\nsolutions they need to grow and succeed. This investment reflects our\ncommitment to Glades County and its future.”\n\nComcast’s expansion in Glades County is part of the company’s latest\nFlorida investments, which also include network builds in Bradford\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fcorporate.comcast.com%2Fstories%2Flocal%2Fflorida%2Fultra-fast-reliable-internet-from-xfinity-coming-to-bradford-county-florida&esheet=54598769&newsitemid=20260909316516&lan=en-US&anchor=Bradford&index=3&md5=6eb888570cb7ec7f7825ef4901d823cc)\n, Columbia\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fcorporate.comcast.com%2Fstories%2Flocal%2Fflorida%2Fxfinity-and-comcast-business-high-speed-internet-now-available-to-more-than-3300-homes-and-businesses-in-columbia-county-florida&esheet=54598769&newsitemid=20260909316516&lan=en-US&anchor=Columbia&index=4&md5=27ce9ccec0abed2d1961b15cbeea2fb1)\n, Highlands\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fcorporate.comcast.com%2Fstories%2Flocal%2Fflorida%2Fxfinity-and-comcast-business-high-speed-internet-now-available-to-more-than-4000-homes-and-businesses-in-highlands-county-florida&esheet=54598769&newsitemid=20260909316516&lan=en-US&anchor=Highlands&index=5&md5=3591a6b9faa988736b6af7d9f9943cbf)\n, Lake\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fcorporate.comcast.com%2Fstories%2Flocal%2Fflorida%2Freliable-high-speed-internet-from-xfinity-coming-to-lake-county-florida&esheet=54598769&newsitemid=20260909316516&lan=en-US&anchor=Lake&index=6&md5=7dfec10a9b35b75fa7c8d04d11d7408f)\n, Leon\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fcorporate.comcast.com%2Fstories%2Flocal%2Fflorida%2Freliable-high-speed-internet-from-xfinity-coming-to-leon-countys-rural-communities&esheet=54598769&newsitemid=20260909316516&lan=en-US&anchor=Leon&index=7&md5=21b45ea3e1958e4b28be9fba921c81a2)\n, Miami-Dade\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fcorporate.comcast.com%2Fstories%2Flocal%2Fflorida%2Fultra-fast-reliable-internet-from-xfinity-now-available-in-miami-dades-coastal-communities&esheet=54598769&newsitemid=20260909316516&lan=en-US&anchor=Miami-Dade&index=8&md5=a071ea0113300da9e111cdd77d855967)\n, Nassau\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fcorporate.comcast.com%2Fstories%2Flocal%2Fflorida%2Fhigh-speed-reliable-internet-from-xfinity-coming-to-nassau-county-florida&esheet=54598769&newsitemid=20260909316516&lan=en-US&anchor=Nassau&index=9&md5=eee279d61841deae7710594a7d812b98)\n, Putnam\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fcorporate.comcast.com%2Fstories%2Flocal%2Fflorida%2Fxfinity-and-comcast-business-high-speed-internet-now-available-to-more-than-2400-homes-and-businesses-in-putnam-county-florida&esheet=54598769&newsitemid=20260909316516&lan=en-US&anchor=Putnam&index=10&md5=291ba590ce751b692123c8e0c4728f02)\nand St. Johns\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fcorporate.comcast.com%2Fstories%2Flocal%2Fflorida%2Fxfinity-and-comcast-business-high-speed-internet-now-available-to-more-than-1500-homes-and-businesses-in-flagler-estates&esheet=54598769&newsitemid=20260909316516&lan=en-US&anchor=St.+Johns&index=11&md5=b6399e624f0a2d21345e8087684d8ee4)\ncounties.\n\nXfinity Brings Full Suite of Residential Services to Glades County\n\nComcast is bringing its full suite of residential Xfinity services to Glades\nCounty, including high-speed Internet, streaming, mobile, voice, and home\nsecurity – delivering reliable, connected experiences for today’s\nconsumers at home or on the go.\n\n\n * Xfinity Internet\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.xfinity.com%2Flearn%2Finternet-service&esheet=54598769&newsitemid=20260909316516&lan=en-US&anchor=Xfinity+Internet&index=12&md5=2fbbc69eb725da6028a894c0105c46d3)\n\n: Speed, Reliability, and Coverage. With multi-gig speeds, 99.9% reliability,\nand powerful WiFi that reaches every corner of the home, Xfinity powers\nstreaming, gaming, and video calls – simply and seamlessly.\n\n * Xfinity Home Solutions\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.xfinity.com%2Flearn%2Fhome-solutions&esheet=54598769&newsitemid=20260909316516&lan=en-US&anchor=Xfinity+Home+Solutions&index=13&md5=edf68a6a2ee14b911b8d3e19de354caa)\n\n: Protection Beyond Connectivity. Powered by Comcast’s advanced network and\nXfinity Gateway technology, WiFi Shield is built into our connectivity\nexperience and leverages AI capabilities to transform WiFi into a protection\nplatform for the home. Shield Select offers additional self-monitored security\nfeatures, while Xfinity Home Security provides the ultimate peace of mind with\nprofessionally monitored protection.\n\n * Xfinity Mobile\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.xfinity.com%2Flearn%2Fmobile&esheet=54598769&newsitemid=20260909316516&lan=en-US&anchor=Xfinity+Mobile&index=14&md5=96ce1c350e40233710f0338ed5da004d)\n\n: Most Reliable Network. Fraction of the Cost. Xfinity Mobile delivers\nreliable, lightning‑fast speeds – up to 1 Gig – at home and on the go.\nAnd now, new customers can get one line free for a full year when they sign up\nfor a qualifying Xfinity Internet plan.\n\n * Xfinity TV\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.xfinity.com%2Flearn%2Fdigital-cable-tv%2Fx1&esheet=54598769&newsitemid=20260909316516&lan=en-US&anchor=Xfinity+TV&index=15&md5=ad5404ca423011a5ae91b2d91c468812)\n\n: All Entertainment. One Powerful Platform. Xfinity brings together live TV,\nstreaming, sports, and on-demand content in one easy-to-use experience. With\nthe award-winning Xfinity Voice Remote, finding a show, channel, or game is\nfast, easy, and frustration-free.\n\nComcast Business: Technology Solutions for Businesses of Any Size\n\nComcast Business delivers powerful, secure, and always-on connectivity\ntailored to meet the needs of businesses – whether small startups or growing\nenterprises. With fast, reliable Internet and advanced networking solutions\nlike SD-WAN, cloud connectivity, and unified communications, Comcast Business\nhelps organizations stay connected, protected, and ready to scale.\n\nFor businesses on the move, Comcast Business Mobile offers fast, dependable\n5G, flexible data plans, and access to over 23 million WiFi hotspots\nnationwide. With features like 4K streaming, advanced spam call blocking, and\ntwice-a-year phone upgrades, it’s a mobile solution designed to keep teams\nproductive – wherever business takes them.\n\nWhat It Means for the Glades County Community\n\nComcast’s commitment to communities goes beyond building the network and\naims to increase economic mobility for the local community and its residents.\nThat’s why Comcast created Internet Essentials\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.xfinity.com%2Flearn%2Finternet-service%2Finternet-essentials&esheet=54598769&newsitemid=20260909316516&lan=en-US&anchor=Internet+Essentials&index=16&md5=67d3b78ab2502293865efda79463e411)\n, a broadband adoption program that offers eligible households low-cost,\nhigh-speed Internet and affordable computers. Additionally, Comcast has made\nsignificant investments into Florida nonprofits focused on helping people\nbuild digital skills, expanding WiFi-connected Lift Zones\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fcorporate.comcast.com%2Fimpact%2Fdigital-equity%2Flift-zones&esheet=54598769&newsitemid=20260909316516&lan=en-US&anchor=Lift+Zones&index=17&md5=86703e8388c92c171a5809a1f061dd3f)\n, and funding connectivity and Internet adoption programs.\n\nAbout Comcast Corporation\n\nComcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company.\nFrom the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences\nwe create, our businesses reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers,\nand guests worldwide. We deliver world-class broadband, wireless, and video\nthrough Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky; produce, distribute, and stream\nleading entertainment, sports, and news through brands including NBC,\nTelemundo, Universal, Peacock, and Sky; and bring incredible theme parks and\nattractions to life through Universal Destinations & Experiences. Visit\nwww.comcastcorporation.com\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.comcastcorporation.com&esheet=54598769&newsitemid=20260909316516&lan=en-US&anchor=www.comcastcorporation.com&index=18&md5=1a15a7d670bfad9d3c15dcbc6228aba7)\nfor more information.\n\n\n\nView source version on businesswire.com:\nhttps://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260909316516/en/\n(https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260909316516/en/)\n\nMedia Contact: \n\nGreg Rios\n\n954-408-6329\n\nGregorio_Rios@comcast.com (mailto:Gregorio_Rios@comcast.com)\n\n\nCopyright Business Wire 2026","article_body_html":"","raw_payload":{"data":{"id":"nBw480HF3a-20260909","title":"Xfinity and Comcast Business High-Speed Internet Now Available to More Than 2,800 Homes and Businesses in Glades County, Florida","author":"Business Wire","ticker":"CMCSA","created":"2026-09-09T14:00:00.147Z","tickers":["CMCSA"],"exchange":"NASDAQ","article_body":"Xfinity and Comcast Business High-Speed Internet Now Available to More Than\n2,800 Homes and Businesses in Glades County, Florida\n\nThe Broadband Infrastructure Project Ensures More Rural Floridians Can Access\nAmerica’s Smartest and Most Reliable Converged WiFi Network\n\nComcast announced today Xfinity and Comcast Business reliable, high-speed\nInternet services are now available to more than 2,800 homes and businesses in\nGlades County, including more than 2,100 locations that previously lacked\naccess to broadband. The project is made possible through a public-private\npartnership with the state and includes locations in and around the\ncommunities of Lakeport, Moore Haven, Ortona and Sarasota Colony.\n\nThis press release features multimedia. View the full release here:\nhttps://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260909316516/en/\n(https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260909316516/en/)\n\n“This is a major step forward for our community,” said State Rep. Kaylee\nTuck. “Reliable Internet access creates new opportunities for our families,\nstudents, and small businesses, and helps position Glades County for long-term\nsuccess. We appreciate Comcast’s investment and their commitment to\nsupporting our community’s future.”\n\nResidents can visit Xfinity.com\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=http%3A%2F%2Fxfinity.com%2FMyTown&esheet=54598769&newsitemid=20260909316516&lan=en-US&anchor=Xfinity.com&index=1&md5=6349515c5b41b9ab7bc379a7cce55634)\nand businesses should visit ComcastBusiness.com\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fbusiness.comcast.com%2F&esheet=54598769&newsitemid=20260909316516&lan=en-US&anchor=ComcastBusiness.com&index=2&md5=727c890207b84aa01c500292c2ff1821)\nto see if services are available at their address. Xfinity brings Internet,\nmobile, entertainment, and smart home services into one simple, seamless\nsolution – giving customers more speed, savings, and control over their\nconnected lives. Glades County now joins more than 65 million homes and\nbusinesses nationwide with access to a network that fuels innovation,\nproductivity, and everyday connection.\n\n“We’re proud to expand Internet access across Southwest Florida, including\nin Glades County, where our network is opening new opportunities for\nresidents, businesses and community organizations,” said Kristeen\nCominiello, Senior Vice President of Comcast’s Florida Region. “With\nXfinity, customers get fast, reliable Internet, mobile savings, entertainment,\nmillions of WiFi hotspots and built-in protection with Xfinity Shield. Comcast\nBusiness gives local organizations the connectivity and cybersecurity\nsolutions they need to grow and succeed. This investment reflects our\ncommitment to Glades County and its future.”\n\nComcast’s expansion in Glades County is part of the company’s latest\nFlorida investments, which also include network builds in Bradford\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fcorporate.comcast.com%2Fstories%2Flocal%2Fflorida%2Fultra-fast-reliable-internet-from-xfinity-coming-to-bradford-county-florida&esheet=54598769&newsitemid=20260909316516&lan=en-US&anchor=Bradford&index=3&md5=6eb888570cb7ec7f7825ef4901d823cc)\n, Columbia\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fcorporate.comcast.com%2Fstories%2Flocal%2Fflorida%2Fxfinity-and-comcast-business-high-speed-internet-now-available-to-more-than-3300-homes-and-businesses-in-columbia-county-florida&esheet=54598769&newsitemid=20260909316516&lan=en-US&anchor=Columbia&index=4&md5=27ce9ccec0abed2d1961b15cbeea2fb1)\n, Highlands\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fcorporate.comcast.com%2Fstories%2Flocal%2Fflorida%2Fxfinity-and-comcast-business-high-speed-internet-now-available-to-more-than-4000-homes-and-businesses-in-highlands-county-florida&esheet=54598769&newsitemid=20260909316516&lan=en-US&anchor=Highlands&index=5&md5=3591a6b9faa988736b6af7d9f9943cbf)\n, Lake\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fcorporate.comcast.com%2Fstories%2Flocal%2Fflorida%2Freliable-high-speed-internet-from-xfinity-coming-to-lake-county-florida&esheet=54598769&newsitemid=20260909316516&lan=en-US&anchor=Lake&index=6&md5=7dfec10a9b35b75fa7c8d04d11d7408f)\n, Leon\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fcorporate.comcast.com%2Fstories%2Flocal%2Fflorida%2Freliable-high-speed-internet-from-xfinity-coming-to-leon-countys-rural-communities&esheet=54598769&newsitemid=20260909316516&lan=en-US&anchor=Leon&index=7&md5=21b45ea3e1958e4b28be9fba921c81a2)\n, Miami-Dade\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fcorporate.comcast.com%2Fstories%2Flocal%2Fflorida%2Fultra-fast-reliable-internet-from-xfinity-now-available-in-miami-dades-coastal-communities&esheet=54598769&newsitemid=20260909316516&lan=en-US&anchor=Miami-Dade&index=8&md5=a071ea0113300da9e111cdd77d855967)\n, Nassau\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fcorporate.comcast.com%2Fstories%2Flocal%2Fflorida%2Fhigh-speed-reliable-internet-from-xfinity-coming-to-nassau-county-florida&esheet=54598769&newsitemid=20260909316516&lan=en-US&anchor=Nassau&index=9&md5=eee279d61841deae7710594a7d812b98)\n, Putnam\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fcorporate.comcast.com%2Fstories%2Flocal%2Fflorida%2Fxfinity-and-comcast-business-high-speed-internet-now-available-to-more-than-2400-homes-and-businesses-in-putnam-county-florida&esheet=54598769&newsitemid=20260909316516&lan=en-US&anchor=Putnam&index=10&md5=291ba590ce751b692123c8e0c4728f02)\nand St. Johns\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fcorporate.comcast.com%2Fstories%2Flocal%2Fflorida%2Fxfinity-and-comcast-business-high-speed-internet-now-available-to-more-than-1500-homes-and-businesses-in-flagler-estates&esheet=54598769&newsitemid=20260909316516&lan=en-US&anchor=St.+Johns&index=11&md5=b6399e624f0a2d21345e8087684d8ee4)\ncounties.\n\nXfinity Brings Full Suite of Residential Services to Glades County\n\nComcast is bringing its full suite of residential Xfinity services to Glades\nCounty, including high-speed Internet, streaming, mobile, voice, and home\nsecurity – delivering reliable, connected experiences for today’s\nconsumers at home or on the go.\n\n\n * Xfinity Internet\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.xfinity.com%2Flearn%2Finternet-service&esheet=54598769&newsitemid=20260909316516&lan=en-US&anchor=Xfinity+Internet&index=12&md5=2fbbc69eb725da6028a894c0105c46d3)\n\n: Speed, Reliability, and Coverage. With multi-gig speeds, 99.9% reliability,\nand powerful WiFi that reaches every corner of the home, Xfinity powers\nstreaming, gaming, and video calls – simply and seamlessly.\n\n * Xfinity Home Solutions\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.xfinity.com%2Flearn%2Fhome-solutions&esheet=54598769&newsitemid=20260909316516&lan=en-US&anchor=Xfinity+Home+Solutions&index=13&md5=edf68a6a2ee14b911b8d3e19de354caa)\n\n: Protection Beyond Connectivity. Powered by Comcast’s advanced network and\nXfinity Gateway technology, WiFi Shield is built into our connectivity\nexperience and leverages AI capabilities to transform WiFi into a protection\nplatform for the home. Shield Select offers additional self-monitored security\nfeatures, while Xfinity Home Security provides the ultimate peace of mind with\nprofessionally monitored protection.\n\n * Xfinity Mobile\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.xfinity.com%2Flearn%2Fmobile&esheet=54598769&newsitemid=20260909316516&lan=en-US&anchor=Xfinity+Mobile&index=14&md5=96ce1c350e40233710f0338ed5da004d)\n\n: Most Reliable Network. Fraction of the Cost. Xfinity Mobile delivers\nreliable, lightning‑fast speeds – up to 1 Gig – at home and on the go.\nAnd now, new customers can get one line free for a full year when they sign up\nfor a qualifying Xfinity Internet plan.\n\n * Xfinity TV\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.xfinity.com%2Flearn%2Fdigital-cable-tv%2Fx1&esheet=54598769&newsitemid=20260909316516&lan=en-US&anchor=Xfinity+TV&index=15&md5=ad5404ca423011a5ae91b2d91c468812)\n\n: All Entertainment. One Powerful Platform. Xfinity brings together live TV,\nstreaming, sports, and on-demand content in one easy-to-use experience. With\nthe award-winning Xfinity Voice Remote, finding a show, channel, or game is\nfast, easy, and frustration-free.\n\nComcast Business: Technology Solutions for Businesses of Any Size\n\nComcast Business delivers powerful, secure, and always-on connectivity\ntailored to meet the needs of businesses – whether small startups or growing\nenterprises. With fast, reliable Internet and advanced networking solutions\nlike SD-WAN, cloud connectivity, and unified communications, Comcast Business\nhelps organizations stay connected, protected, and ready to scale.\n\nFor businesses on the move, Comcast Business Mobile offers fast, dependable\n5G, flexible data plans, and access to over 23 million WiFi hotspots\nnationwide. With features like 4K streaming, advanced spam call blocking, and\ntwice-a-year phone upgrades, it’s a mobile solution designed to keep teams\nproductive – wherever business takes them.\n\nWhat It Means for the Glades County Community\n\nComcast’s commitment to communities goes beyond building the network and\naims to increase economic mobility for the local community and its residents.\nThat’s why Comcast created Internet Essentials\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.xfinity.com%2Flearn%2Finternet-service%2Finternet-essentials&esheet=54598769&newsitemid=20260909316516&lan=en-US&anchor=Internet+Essentials&index=16&md5=67d3b78ab2502293865efda79463e411)\n, a broadband adoption program that offers eligible households low-cost,\nhigh-speed Internet and affordable computers. Additionally, Comcast has made\nsignificant investments into Florida nonprofits focused on helping people\nbuild digital skills, expanding WiFi-connected Lift Zones\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fcorporate.comcast.com%2Fimpact%2Fdigital-equity%2Flift-zones&esheet=54598769&newsitemid=20260909316516&lan=en-US&anchor=Lift+Zones&index=17&md5=86703e8388c92c171a5809a1f061dd3f)\n, and funding connectivity and Internet adoption programs.\n\nAbout Comcast Corporation\n\nComcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company.\nFrom the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences\nwe create, our businesses reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers,\nand guests worldwide. We deliver world-class broadband, wireless, and video\nthrough Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky; produce, distribute, and stream\nleading entertainment, sports, and news through brands including NBC,\nTelemundo, Universal, Peacock, and Sky; and bring incredible theme parks and\nattractions to life through Universal Destinations & Experiences. Visit\nwww.comcastcorporation.com\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.comcastcorporation.com&esheet=54598769&newsitemid=20260909316516&lan=en-US&anchor=www.comcastcorporation.com&index=18&md5=1a15a7d670bfad9d3c15dcbc6228aba7)\nfor more information.\n\n\n\nView source version on businesswire.com:\nhttps://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260909316516/en/\n(https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260909316516/en/)\n\nMedia Contact: \n\nGreg Rios\n\n954-408-6329\n\nGregorio_Rios@comcast.com (mailto:Gregorio_Rios@comcast.com)\n\n\nCopyright Business Wire 2026"},"type":"article","timestamp":"2026-09-09T14:00:00.514664654Z","server_sent_at_ms":1788962400514},"received_at":"2026-09-09T14:00:00.655Z","source_url":"https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260909316516/en/"},"analysis":{"id":"128224","press_release_id":"139379","analysis_json":{"industry":{"label":"Cable & Satellite","sector":"Communication Services"},"redFlags":[],"eventType":"operations_update","narrative":"Comcast has switched on Xfinity and Comcast Business high-speed Internet for more than 2,800 homes and businesses in Glades County, Florida, including over 2,100 locations that previously lacked broadband access.\n\nThe build runs through a public-private partnership with the state and covers the communities of Lakeport, Moore Haven, Ortona and Sarasota Colony, joining similar recent Comcast builds in nine other Florida counties.\n\nIt is a routine footprint update for a network that already passes more than 65 million homes and businesses nationwide -- a marketing milestone with negligible effect on Comcast's consolidated results.","sentiment":"bullish","agentHooks":{"shouldPost":false,"suggestedAngle":"Routine rural Florida broadband expansion as part of Comcast's ongoing state buildout streak -- immaterial to CMCSA financials."},"keyFigures":{"customDimensions":{"locations_activated":"2,800+ homes and businesses","newly_served_locations":"2,100+ previously lacking broadband","national_locations_passed":"65M+ homes and businesses","network_reliability_claim":"99.9%","business_mobile_wifi_hotspots":"23M+"}},"namedEntities":{"people":[{"name":"Kaylee Tuck","role":"Florida State Representative"},{"name":"Kristeen Cominiello","role":"Senior Vice President, Comcast Florida Region"},{"name":"Greg Rios","role":"Comcast media contact"}],"products":["Xfinity","Xfinity Internet","Xfinity Mobile","Xfinity TV","Xfinity Home Solutions","Xfinity Shield / WiFi Shield","Comcast Business Mobile","Internet Essentials","Lift Zones"],"companies":[{"name":"Comcast Corporation","ticker":"CMCSA","relationship":"filer"},{"name":"Comcast Business","relationship":"subsidiary/business unit of filer"},{"name":"Sky","relationship":"owned brand (boilerplate)"},{"name":"NBC","relationship":"owned brand (boilerplate)"},{"name":"Telemundo","relationship":"owned brand (boilerplate)"},{"name":"Universal","relationship":"owned brand (boilerplate)"},{"name":"Peacock","relationship":"owned brand (boilerplate)"}],"dollarAmounts":[]},"materialImpact":{"score":1,"reasoning":"Routine localized network expansion serving roughly 2,800 locations in one rural Florida county -- negligible against Comcast's national footprint of more than 65 million homes and businesses passed. 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