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Huntington Beach Community is First to Test New Long Awaited Internet Service - Closing the Digital Divide 

by: Hiba Fatima
Published: April 16, 2024

 

HUNTINGTON BEACH...A key community sandwiched between million-dollar houses lining Huntington Beach’s Golden Coast, is finally getting low-cost, high-speed internet - closing a hidden digital divide. Kwikbit Internet this weekend is launching at Rancho Del Rey, Huntington Beach Gables, and Huntington Harbour Village - providing a service to seniors, and other underserved residents. Locals like Lee Gragnano, in HB Gables have dealt with expensive and often choppy internet for decades. Lee may not live in a $40 million home, but now he can surf the web faster and get the important public services he needs for only $50 a month.

In addition to keeping residents connected, accessible internet strengthens public safety in Huntington Beach. In times of natural disasters like hurricanes, floods, or rip currents, a strong internet connection is indispensable to receive timely warnings and evacuation notices. With the launch of Kwikbit internet, residents will have access to stay informed about weather emergencies and potential hazards.

California has bold aspirations to ensure broadband internet in all unserved and underserved communities, and Kwikbit Internet is leading this effort throughout the southland and in Huntington Beach. By empowering residents with high-speed internet, Kwikbit is opening doors to a different kind of wealth of opportunities.

First Southland Launch of High-Speed Internet Program at Rancho Del Rey, Huntington Beach Gables and Huntington Harbour Village at 16222 Monterey Ln, Huntington Beach on Saturday, April 20th, 3 - 6 pm; Sunday, April 21st, 11 am - 2 pm .

Reliable internet access fosters social connection and community engagement, allowing residents to stay connected with loved ones, participate in virtual events, and access important information and services online. This sense of connectivity is not just about faster internet, it's about fostering a more vibrant environment and strengthening the fabric of the Huntington Beach community. By investing in high-speed internet infrastructure, Kwikbit will not only improve the quality of life for mobile home park residents but also lay the foundation for a more prosperous and inclusive future.