Three Way Meets Zone Goal!
4:16pm February 23, 2018
Congratulations Three Way! You are the third zone to reach 100% of your participation goal, and we are looking forward to serving you high-speed, fiber-based, reliable and affordable internet service! Thank you to all who have spread the word, and please continue to do so! We'll keep you posted on Gibson Connect's progress moving forward.
Gibson Connect to Begin Fiber Buildout
8:24am February 21, 2018
Gibson Electric Membership
Corporation and its not-for-profit subsidiary, Gibson Connect, LLC, have announced that the companies will begin the buildout of high-speed fiber in Medina,
Dyer, and Three Way, as well as in the area covered by the Tennessee broadband
grant awarded for most of Lake County and the far northwestern part of Obion County.
“Our Gibson Connect and
Gibson EMC boards have approved a resolution to design, engineer and build fiber in
these areas,” said Dan Rodamaker, President and CEO of both companies. “This is an exciting time for our members,”
he said. “Gaining access to high-speed,
fiber-based internet service will have a profoundly positive impact on the
quality of our member-owners’ lives,” Rodamaker said.
Gibson
EMC’s board of trustees formed Gibson Connect in 2017 after passage of the
Tennessee Broadband Accessibility Act which allowed the state’s rural electric
cooperatives to provide retail broadband service. Then in mid-October Gibson Connect launched a
website enabling members to register for service and guide the fiber buildout. Medina was the first of 27 zones throughout
Gibson EMC’s 12-county service area to reach its participation goal. Dyer reached its goal next and Three Way is
now at 96% with only 9 registrations to go.
The decision was made to move forward with Three Way since it was clear
that zone would meet its participation goal within days. Also, because both
Medina and Three Way are served from the same substation, it is more efficient
and cost-effective to move forward with both zones simultaneously. The grant, which covers underserved areas of Lake
County and the far northwestern part of Obion County, will enable Gibson
Connect to build out the Tiptonville, Ridgely and Samburg zones.
“Our
goal is to ultimately provide access to high-speed, fiber-based service to all
of our members,” Rodamaker said, “but we must use a phased approach. Phase 1 will require us to design, engineer
and construct over 500 miles of fiber,” he said. “We expect that it could take
a year or so to complete Phase 1. Those
members who are nearest to substations will receive service first; and as we
build and pass members’ homes or businesses, we can serve those locations too,”
Rodamaker explained.
In
addition to high-speed, fiber-based internet service, Gibson Connect will offer
telephone service. And, based on member
interest, Gibson Connect will offer a television/video option although that
offering has not yet been finalized.
Members can learn all about Gibson Connect, view the offerings, check
their zone’s progress and register at join.gibsonconnect.com. Members also can call 844-859-6767 to get
more information and register.
“Our
members have been encouraging us for years to provide access to high-speed
internet service,” Rodamaker said. “We appreciate Governor Haslam and all of
our legislators who took the steps needed to enable us to provide this
essential service,” he said. “I also appreciate
our board of trustees; they are a progressive group who sincerely desire to
meet our members’ needs,” continued Rodamaker.
“Most importantly, we appreciate the support of our members. Because of their confidence and trust as
demonstrated through registrations supporting the fiber buildout, we will
enhance the quality of life for our members and our communities.”
Newbern Reaches 50%!
3:07pm February 19, 2018
Great job, Newbern! Congratulations for reaching 50% of your zone goal! Only 172 registrations are needed to reach 100%. Please continue sharing with your neighbors!
Humboldt/Gibson reaches 50%!
2:28pm February 13, 2018
Congratulations to the Humboldt/Gibson zone for reaching 50
percent of its zone goal! Only 249 registrations are needed for this zone to
reach 100 percent! Please keep sharing!
Woodland Mills reaches 50% of its goal!
8:51am February 8, 2018
Congratulations to Woodland Mills for surpassing 50% of its
zone goal! Currently at 51%, Woodland Mills needs 245 registrations to reach 100%. Thanks to everyone who has registered. Please keep encouraging your
friends and neighbors to register as well. We are excited about making high-speed, fiber-based internet a
reality!
Dyer reaches 100% of Goal!
8:42am February 8, 2018
Way to go, Dyer!!! You're the second zone to reach 100% of your participation goal! A big thanks to everyone who worked so hard to get their family, friends, co-workers, neighbors, etc... to register! Please keep up the good work! We'll move forward and keep you posted on Gibson Connect's progress! Again, congratulations, Dyer!!!
Medina Zone Reaches 100% of Goal!
4:59pm January 13, 2018
This is a historic day for Gibson Connect and Medina! The
Medina Zone is our first to reach 100% of goal, a milestone that moves us much
closer to providing access to high-speed, fiber-based internet service to
members in that zone. Next our board will vote to proceed with
engineering, ordering materials and construction. Please continue
encouraging your family, friends, co-workers and neighbors to register at join.gibsonconnect.com now and
throughout engineering and construction! Gibson Connect is a
not-for-profit subsidiary of Gibson EMC (a not-for-profit, member-owned and
member-controlled cooperative) and we need your continued support. We will keep
you informed of our progress. Thank you, Medina Zone!
Hornbeak now at 50%!
8:14am January 5, 2018
Congratulations
to Hornbeak for reaching 50% of its goal! Only 247 more registrations are
needed in this zone. Keep encouraging your friends and neighbors to register.
We are excited about offering high-speed, reliable and affordable internet
service to our members!
Gadsden reaches 50%!
4:46pm January 4, 2018
Congratulations to Gadsden for reaching 50 percent of its participation goal! Only 119 more registrations are needed for this zone! Also, all zones are now at 20 percent or more! Thank you to all who have spread the word. Please keep encouraging your friends and neighbors to register!
Three Way Surpasses 50%!
8:54am December 27, 2017
Congratulations to Three Way for reaching 52% of its zone goal over the Christmas holiday! Only 112 more registrants are needed. Thank you to those who have registered, and please keep spreading the word!
Trenton North Members Reach 50%!
10:06am December 7, 2017
Congratulations to the Trenton North members who have now
reached 50 percent of their goal! Only 241 more registrations are needed.
Thanks to everyone who has registered and to those of you who have promoted the
program. We are excited about offering this essential service to you!
Dyer Exceeds 50% of Goal!
1:09pm November 30, 2017
Congratulations to Dyer for surpassing 50% of its
participation goal and moving into second place! With 52%, only 140 more
registrations are needed for Dyer to reach its goal. Please keep encouraging
your friends and neighbors to register so we can begin offering high-speed,
fiber-based internet service in your area.
Congrats to Medina and Trenton South
10:14am November 24, 2017
Congratulations to Medina and Trenton South! Medina has surpassed 60% of its participation goal and Trenton South has hit 50%! Thanks to everyone who has registered and especially to our Zone Champs! Wishing all of you a great weekend! Lots to be thankful for!
Medina Hits Milestone!
10:51am November 9, 2017
Congratulations to Medina for hitting a milestone! You're the first zone to reach 50 percent of your participation goal! Great job Medina zone champions!
Many of our other zones are doing really well too. We appreciate everyone who has registered and we especially thank our Zone Champions for helping to get high-speed, fiber-based internet access to your areas.
If you'd like materials to distribute, you can download and print them from your Dashboard. We also have handouts and cards available at our Gibson EMC member service centers. Soon, we'll have door hangers too. Please keep sharing our social media posts and encouraging your friends and neighbors to register.
Eight Zones at 30% of Goal
11:21am November 8, 2017
With less than one month into registrations, we have eight Gibson Connect Zones at 30% to goal or more. Medina is really excelling; they are at 49% today! Trenton South is at 41% and Trenton North is at 39%. Dyer is not far behind at 36%. In fact, all of our zones have made good progress since we launched on October 10. A special shout out to our Zone Champions! We really appreciate all you are doing to get high-speed, fiber-based internet service to your areas! Keep up the great work everyone!
Supporters Hit 1,000 Mark in First Week
11:30am October 18, 2017
Wow! After just one week our join.gibsonconnect.com supporters hit 1,000! Thanks for your positive comments and your willingness to help make this essential service available throughout our area. We sent a press release out yesterday to help increase awareness, but you have the most impact! Please continue sharing on social media and talking with your neighbors, friends and family. Thanks again and congratulations on a fantastic first week!
First Milestone
11:34am October 12, 2017
Hurray! Yesterday we reached our first Gibson Connect milestone when all of our 27 Gibson Connect zones showed participation levels. We launched Gibson Connect at our first Gibson EMC Member Appreciation Event in Trenton.
At this moment, our two Trenton zones are leading the pack; the Trenton South zone is already at 15% of its goal and the Trenton North zone is at 14%. The Medina and Dyer zones are not far behind at 11% to goal. Next are the Newbern and Hornbeak zones at 8% to goal. The Three Way, Rutherford and Gadsden zones come in at 5%. We have a total of 625 supporters so far. Thanks to all of you who are helping to spread the word! Zone Champions rock!
Gibson Connect - Powered by Gibson EMC - Is Here!
9:42am September 8, 2017
Since 1936, Gibson Electric Membership Corporation has provided its members with the essential service of electricity. Now, at your urging, we're taking steps to provide you with the essential service of high-speed internet connectivity. Gibson Connect, LLC was formed in July 2017. It is a not-for-profit, wholly owned subsidiary of Gibson EMC.
What makes Gibson Connect different? First, Gibson Connect is powered by the very same people you already know and trust. For us, it's not about profit; it's about providing you with excellent service and supporting our communities. Our goal is to ultimately provide all of our eligible* members access to a 100% fiber network. This is exciting for our members and our communities because fiber offers many important benefits:
- Reliable - It is less affected by weather than other sources.
- Extremely Fast - It gives you access up to 1 Gig (1,000 megabits per second). That's 100 times faster than the national average.
- No Buffering - With our 1 Gig speed you can download a 2-hour HD movie in less than a minute or a 9-hour audiobook in less than a second.
- Not Just Internet - Gibson Connect plans to provide telephone) and possibly TV/video (if there is enough interest) over the same connection. Our telephone offering will operate the same as your local telephone service, but it will include unlimited long distance and advanced calling features.
You and other members will drive our construction plans. If you want us to build fiber to your home or business, register today. Encourage others - your friends, neighbors and community - to register too! When a zone reaches the required participation level, our board of trustees will vote to approve the fiber build-out. Zones that demonstrate the highest levels of interest by exceeding the required participation levels will earn priority.
Gibson EMC has a proud history of providing power to the people of this area and we look forward to providing connectivity to the communities we know and love!
For more information, please check out our Frequently Asked Questions .
*Tennessee law prevents Gibson Connect from serving Gibson EMC members within the West Kentucky & Tennessee Telecommunications Cooperative service area (in Tennessee).
5:20pm April 9, 2018
Jeff Walters
That sounds great, thank you Jenni.
1:52pm April 9, 2018
Jenni RachelsCampaign Owner
Hi, Jeff. Engineering work is already being done in the zones that have reached their goal (Medina, Three Way and Dyer) and in the area covered by a Tennessee Broadband Grant (Samburg, Tiptonville and Ridgely). We expect to begin construction in June. We'll start at the substations and connect members as we pass their homes and businesses. We expect to complete construction in these zones by the end of the year. Thank you for supporting Gibson Connect!
2:47pm April 7, 2018
Jeff Walters
Any new information to share on the engineering and construction progress in the Medina Zone?
4:31pm April 2, 2018
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Hi, Brett! I understand you're ready for high-speed, fiber-based internet service; I can't wait for it too. Currently your zone is at 56% and needs 220 more to register. Our members are guiding the order of our build out based on which zones hit their participation goals first, so please encourage your family, friends and neighbors to register! We truly appreciate your interest and we look forward to providing you with this service!
11:40am March 29, 2018
Brett Mccaskill
This is Brett McCaskill when will the Humboldt/Gibson area be 100% I've been waiting a long time
11:22am March 28, 2018
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Good morning, Chad. Our Kenton Zone is at 43% and needs 150 more to register. You can check your zone's progress at any time at this website by clicking on "Zones" above. Once on that page, just scroll down until you see "Kenton." Thanks so much for your interest and please continue to encourage your friends and neighbors to register!
11:16am March 28, 2018
Chad Freeman
Can we get an update on Kenton, TN, haven’t seen a post yet, thanks
10:30pm March 25, 2018
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
William and Thomas, thank you for your suggestions and for your support of Gibson Connect! We are encouraging signups by communicating each month through our member publications (The Tennessee Magazine and Kentucky Living); press releases; social media for both Gibson Connect and Gibson EMC (Facebook and Twitter); our Gibson EMC website, and bill messages. Because of cost, we are more sparingly using paid ads (radio and newspaper) and bill inserts. We're also using fliers, counter stands, and banners in our member service centers. With the help of our Zone Champions we are using yard signs and door hangers. As zones near their participation goals, we are hosting registration events. We sincerely appreciate your help and your enthusiasm. Please continue to spread the word!
7:09pm March 25, 2018
Thomas Shelton
William I have seen one flyer in only one statement. I called and asked about letting people register and add the $20 to their bill and for some reason they said they could not do that. Another thought is why have calls not been made to encourage registration as I have not received one call from anyone even though I registered early on.
9:08am March 25, 2018
William ONeal
Why haven't we seen an ad in the mail with the electric bill. I figured by adding something in with the billing would help the process go faster. Something that would ask users if they wanted to pre register just ad the $20. I believe doing this one month would make more progress that word of mouth.
9:09am March 22, 2018
Jenni RachelsCampaign Owner
Scott, we will be following our existing electric lines. Fiber will be run overhead in areas where electric lines are already overhead and buried in areas where the electric line is underground. We also will be using technology that will minimize the amount of digging required in yards.
1:15pm March 21, 2018
Scott Weronko
As far as construction goes, I'm assuming that the fiber backbone will be buried. Do you plain on using nods once you get to a neighborhood and then go to aerial drops? Reason I ask is it looks like AT&T is about to dig up everyone's yard in my neighborhood to lay fiber. Are you guys going to do the same thing a couple of months from now when you come through?
9:19pm March 16, 2018
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Glenn, I'm so sorry that we did not respond sooner. For the foreseeable future, we plan to continue using this website sign-up process so our members can guide the order of our fiber build out. We've just started Phase 1 with three zones that have hit their zones' participation goals and most of three more zones that are covered by the broadband grant. We want to encourage members to register at join.gibsonconnect.com because we hope to have other zones to hit their participation goals so we can begin engineering those areas as soon as we finish engineering Phase 1. Construction will work the same way; once we complete work on Phase 1, we hope to move right on to more zones in Phase 2. Of course, we plan to continue applying for grants to help with the build out too. Ultimately we plan to make high-speed, fiber-based service available to all of our members, but it will take a while. We really appreciate your patience and support! Please continue to encourage others to register!
7:28pm March 16, 2018
Glenn Snow
It has been well over a month since I asked a question on here. Why can't I get a response?
9:33am March 12, 2018
Guy Maxwell
So excited that I will finally be getting internet, other than just my phone. Is there any estimate on when construction will begin in Dyer zone? I realize it takes time and I am probably about as far on the end of the line as possible, but just like Christmas...anticipation and excitement are hard to contain when you have got nothing.
11:50am March 9, 2018
Jenni RachelsCampaign Owner
Steven, we are finishing up our TV programming plan and will let you all know once it is finalized. Thank you for your interest!
11:41am March 9, 2018
Jenni RachelsCampaign Owner
Jeff, we are still engineering the Medina Zone. We plan to begin construction in June. You are correct that we will be building from the substation out and will have multiple contractors working in multiple directions. We are excited about offering this service to all of our members!
6:39pm March 8, 2018
Steven Collier
Any more info on the TV programming to be offered?
5:52pm March 8, 2018
Jeff Walters
Has any construction started in the Medina Zone or is it still in the engineering phase? If I’m understanding correctly counstruction will be from the substation out ? That being said which direction will construction go first north..south..east...west or will there be multiple crews working in all directions at once? Very excited about finally getting true Broadband Internet service.
5:02pm February 28, 2018
Jenni RachelsCampaign Owner
Craig, if you move before service is connected, you can just call the office and one of our member service representatives can transfer your registration fee to your new address. Before you begin receiving service, you will be given the opportunity to update your choices. Thank you for your interest.
4:12pm February 28, 2018
Craig D
Once everything is up and running and someone moves would they have to pay another connection fee at the new location? Also, will there be an option to upgrade to the faster service if necessary?
4:12pm February 28, 2018
Craig D
Once everything is up and running and someone moves would they have to pay another connection fee at the new location? Also, will there be an option to upgrade to the faster service if necessary?
3:01pm February 26, 2018
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Bill, you are right that we will provide high-speed internet access to our members in phases. We are using a member-driven process, so we will build first to those zones that hit their participation goals first (Medina, Dyer and Three Way). We also will be taking advantage of any grants that we can secure for members in our area. We submitted three Tennessee Broadband Grant applications and were awarded one. Phase 1 also will include the area covered by the Tennessee Broadband Grant (the Tiptonville, Ridgely and Samburg zones). So all total, we will be working in six zones to start. At the advice of our consultants (who have done the same kind of fiber buildout for their electric cooperative members) we will begin with about 550 miles. We hope to have most of the Phase 1 construction completed by the end of the year and start engineering on the next phase prior to completing Phase 1. Of course, we hope that we can complete the work faster, but we don’t want to over-promise and under-deliver. Our consultants also have told us that after this initial phase, we should be able to build out about 1,000 miles each year. We have a total of about 3,000 miles of line to build. We understand that you want and need this service as quickly as possible, but we ask you and our other Gibson Connect registrants to be patient. It is quite an undertaking to build fiber access to all of our eligible members, but that is what we plan to do. While we’d like to do it much more quickly, it will likely require several years. We are asking our members to tell their friends, family and neighbors about Gibson Connect, but we also are encouraging signups by communicating regularly through our monthly member publications (The Tennessee Magazine and Kentucky Living); press releases; social media for both Gibson Connect and Gibson EMC (Facebook and Twitter); our Gibson EMC website, and bill messages. More sparingly (because of cost), we are using paid ads (radio and newspaper) and bill inserts. Additionally, we’re using fliers, counter stands, and banners in our member service centers. With the help of our Zone Champions we are using yard signs and door hangers. As zones near their participation goals, we are hosting registration events. Thank you for your input and your support, Bill. Please continue to help us spread the word.
9:49pm February 24, 2018
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Sure, Mark. Maury City is at 30% now. 283 more registrations are needed to meet its participation goal. We really appreciate your support!
9:21pm February 24, 2018
Mark Moore
Can we get an updated count for the Maury City zone please? I know for a fact there have been at least 4 more homes registered.
5:21pm February 24, 2018
Bill Dycus
I understand from your 2/21 post the Medina, Dyer and Three Way will take a year or more to complete "Phase 1" consisting of designing, engineering and constructing 500 miles of fiber optic line. If phase 1 is for design, engineering and construction, is there a "Phase 2, Phase 3 and so on before a customer has internet service in their home? So, if it is going to take "a year or more" to complete 500 miles of line in those three zones, can we assume it will take 10 years or more to complete construction of all 27 zones. At my age I probably don't that many years left to wait on my zone to be completed. I'm sure others are as concerned as I am as to how long this entire project will take to complete. Comments????? Also, I stopped by the Trenton office recently to pick up some signs since I noticed NO SIGNS at all in the Newbern zone. Most everyone I talk to doesn't even know Gibson Connect exists. I think you're depending too much on word of mouth for your advertising.
8:58am February 21, 2018
Derek Campbell
Is all of the Ridgely zone covered under the "most of Lake Co" part of the grant?
3:33pm February 19, 2018
Harris Crocker
Please bring up the Three Way at the board meeting tonight. I want the internet and tv services you know by the time you get the material ordered and in you will have the 18 members needed.
10:20am February 19, 2018
Amen Rogers
Please get to mason Hall i was a wisper employee. If you need help just ask I love networking
9:32am February 19, 2018
John Moore
The Three Way Zone is almost complete. I have a few questions. After we reach our goal, how long would you estimate for the construction to run? Do you have any speed tests yet, or even an estimated guess for true speed and ping time? Where will you typically install the ONT? The outside of the house? Will it be installed into a room of our choice? Thank you for your time, and for running this great program. I was seriously getting worried. Every ISP in Jackson, even satellite, said that they couldn't provide internet to my home. Thank you again!
6:20pm February 16, 2018
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Charles, we are talking to several providers now and will let you know as soon as we have a final decision. Please watch for updates on this site and on our social media. Thank you for your interest and support!
6:06pm February 16, 2018
Charles Halford
are you going to have TV cable also, am interested in any package deal you may have.
8:13am February 16, 2018
Jenni RachelsCampaign Owner
David, we will bring access to high-speed, fiber-based internet to all members in a zone regardless of how rural.
9:21pm February 15, 2018
David Hagan
My home is approximately 1/2 mile from anyone else. I have been told by Spectrum that it would cost too much to run cable to my house. Is this going to be the same case with Gibson Connect?
10:24am February 5, 2018
Glenn Snow
How long is this sign-up going to continue - waiting for everyone to get to some specified goal? I'm patient but am considering my options for a faster internet with another ISP. Tnx
6:33pm February 1, 2018
Marissa Brashear
Come on Gibson South! I want to work from home! 😃
1:44pm January 25, 2018
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Terry, we will not have a modem, but we will have an optical network terminal (ONT). It will provide WiFi for the home and will have Ethernet ports which can be used to connect to your own WiFi router (if you choose to use your own) or Ethernet capable devices such as a TV. If you take telephone service from Gibson Connect, there is a telephone jack that provides the ability for you to connect to your home telephone wiring. We are still evaluating TV and video options. We hope to have more information we can share on this soon.
5:07pm January 24, 2018
Thomas Maddox
Terry, if I am not mistaken, I don,t think a modem is needed since the fiber will be converted to copper, or CAT6. I think that is what she means by a POTS line. If that is the case then it should be able to terminate to your router just fine.
1:08pm January 24, 2018
Terry Tucker
Thanks for the information Rita. Has your team decided on what Brand/Model the modem will be. I want to use my existing gigabit router and network switches. Also is TV programming still being discussed? Or is TV programming a long term goal?
8:11pm January 19, 2018
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Hopefully the warmer temps will lead to some new activity. Please continue to share our Facebook posts and encourage everyone you know to register. Thank you for all you are doing to support Gibson Connect!
7:48pm January 19, 2018
Thomas Shelton
Have all the other zones hit a brick wall. There does not appear to have any movement since Medina reached its goal
4:57pm January 19, 2018
Jenni RachelsCampaign Owner
Terry, thank you for your questions. You are correct that we do already have fiber connecting all of our substations and that it will speed the overall process since the “backbone” is already complete. We cannot give an exact time-frame for Medina receiving service, but engineering will begin soon. If all things go as planned, we hope to begin connecting our first customers as early as June. Construction will start at the substation and work out. We are not using a modem but an ONT which means that fiber will run all the way into the home and terminate on that device. Generally the fiber will follow the electric lines. If you have an underground service, we will bury the fiber up to your home. The ONT has a POTS line that can connect into your home phone wiring. The POTS line should act like your existing phone service, therefore security systems should work. In most cases fax lines will work, too, however we have not completed our testing on fax lines. Have a great weekend!
8:07am January 19, 2018
Terry Tucker
It is has been said the substations already have the fiber plant, if so will this make the service quicker to get going? Any rough estimates of the timeline for Medina? Spring/summer/fall ? What type of modem will you use? Will fiber be plowed in to homes with underground services? How will home phones work? Will security systems be able to get a dial tone? Fax line compatible?
6:37pm January 12, 2018
Adam Smallwood
Thomas, I have posted signs in Gadsden, posted a sign on the bank window in Gadsden, posted on social media, and told everyone I know. Hopefully we can get there quick. I am open to any suggestions on how we can help our zone meet its goal. Advice is definitely welcome!!
12:44pm January 12, 2018
Thomas Shelton
We seem to be "stuck". What can we do to get the 112 more to sign up? I talk to everyone I see, but not everyone lives in the Gadsden zone. We need to get the ball rolling again to make this happen. Brand X is way to slow and undependable. Thanks Thomas
5:34pm January 9, 2018
Jeff Walters
With only 43 more signups needed the Medina Zone is in the home stretch. Great job guys and gals...let’s push hard the next week or so and get it done!!!!!
2:16pm January 8, 2018
Jenni RachelsCampaign Owner
James, AT&T will not be involved in the services we offer to our members.
10:44pm January 6, 2018
James Moore
Is this or does this in any way involve AT&T?
7:23pm January 6, 2018
Jerry Fletcher
Come on Humboldt/Gibson zone kick this in high gear i know everyone is this zone is tired of wisper or hughes net as internet options come lets meet this goal and get some good internet
12:00pm January 6, 2018
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Medina is our first zone to hit 90%! We're SO close; we only need 54 more members to register! Please tell your family, friends and neighbors so we can get across the finish line! Incredible job, Medina!
11:57am January 6, 2018
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
A great big congratulations to our Hornbeak zone for hitting 50% of goal. This zone needs only 246 more registrations! Please keep up the good work!
11:56am January 6, 2018
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Thomas, I'm sorry, but we cannot apply the Gibson Connect registration fee to the next Gibson EMC bill. Great idea though. Please keep them coming and thanks so much for your support!
9:38am January 6, 2018
Thomas Shelton
Question. Could someone register and have the fee put on their next utility bill. This might speed up registration Thanks
5:18pm January 4, 2018
Jeremy Corbin
Ww2
4:44pm January 4, 2018
Jenni RachelsCampaign Owner
Jeremy, the Dyer zone is currently at 66 percent with only 98 more registrations needed. You can check all of the zones by clicking on the "Zones" tab above. Thank you for your interest, and please encourage your neighbors to sign up!
4:43pm January 4, 2018
Jenni RachelsCampaign Owner
Dee, we set up the zones based on our substations and our communities. We also considered the miles of line within the zone, the members per mile of line, and the connections.
4:26pm January 4, 2018
Jeremy Corbin
What the latest on the Dyer Zone?
10:22am January 4, 2018
Dee Garrigan
My service was changed to the Woodland substation but when I check it still shows my zone as Hickman? Is the zone to ba based only on mailing address?? I do not understand.
12:11pm January 3, 2018
Jeff Walters
Way to go Medina zone!!! Now better way to say we need/ want high speed internet in our area ! Keep it up guys and gals we are almost there. 👍
10:32am January 3, 2018
David Hagan
I wonder if it would be possible to supply local school systems with a pamphlet or post card for children to take home for their parents. This may be another advertising opportunity. Just a thought.
8:46am January 3, 2018
Jenni RachelsCampaign Owner
Congratulations to Gadsden for reaching 50 percent of its participation goal! Only 119 more registrations are needed for this zone! Also, all zones are now at 20 percent or more! Thank you to all who have spread the word. Please keep encouraging your friends and neighbors to register!
2:23am January 3, 2018
Michael Boyes
Gadsden 50% to goal | 119 more customers Keep up the good work!
11:44am January 2, 2018
Larry Reed
I would love to see what you could offer in the way of television as well. I believe that affordable television packages would possibly be of more interest to some people in our area than the internet. A bundle package of TV and Internet would be great if the price could be kept reasonable and if half the channels included in the package were not radio channels- there are plenty of free ways to listen to music legally for me to be paying for that. Very displeased with current cost and reliability of TV service via satellite.
8:38am January 2, 2018
Jenni RachelsCampaign Owner
Mack, the closest offices to you would be in Hickman, Kentucky, and in Troy, Tennessee. Items are available at both. Thank you for your willingness to promote Gibson Connect!
6:17pm January 1, 2018
Mack Pirtle
Where would be the closes place for me to pick up door hangers or anything else I can help to advertise/promote Gibson Connect? I live in Fulton , KY
12:15pm December 28, 2017
Jeff Walters
Good job Medina Zone. We need just over 100 more signups to meet goal. Let’s keep our foot on the gas and drive this thing home!
9:23pm December 27, 2017
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Brandon, the Newbern Zone is at 44% to goal with 191 more registrations needed. You can view Newbern’s progress on this site any time by clicking on “Zone” and scrolling down past the map. All 27 zones are shown there. Thank you for supporting Gibson Connect and have a happy New Year!
5:53pm December 27, 2017
Brandon Alexander
Can I get an update on the Newbern, Tn area on the registration progress and when we could possibly see the installation start in the area. The last update I seen was from back in October!
8:47am December 27, 2017
Jenni RachelsCampaign Owner
Steven, I have checked your account and added 1 Gbps internet to your order. Thank you!
8:44am December 27, 2017
Jenni RachelsCampaign Owner
Terry, your registration shows that we are still awaiting payment.You may pay with a card online, mail a check to Gibson Connect 1207A S College St. Trenton, Tennessee, or drop a check or cash off at any of our member service centers. Thank you for your support! We look forward to providing this service.
5:23am December 25, 2017
Steven Collier
I just noticed my account address is only showing registration for phone. How do go about changing it to include Residential 1 Gbps Internet ?
8:21am December 23, 2017
Terry Tucker
When I log in and go to my dashboard it is still asking me to complete my order. I thought I paid with my card. Can you check this for me? Medina residents getting reliable fiber internet is a huge step for us. I understand that GEMC has to get us signed up to make a financially sound decision. Starting a huge fiber network is a very large task. This will benefit our community. Medina residents please spread the word. Let's get our community out of the antiquated internet days. 1 Gig service would be great.
8:30am December 18, 2017
Jenni RachelsCampaign Owner
Yes, Sherry. There is no data cap. Thank you for your interest!
9:59am December 16, 2017
Sherry Arnold
is this unlimited internet?
8:45am December 15, 2017
Jenni RachelsCampaign Owner
Great, Phillip! We have distributed signs to each of our member service centers. Some are running low on inventory, but a new batch are being distributed today. You may stop by and get one during our normal business hours. Thanks for your support!
8:13am December 15, 2017
Phillip Poucher
I would like to have a sign to put in front of my house to help promote!
5:52pm December 11, 2017
Jeff Walters
Don’t slowdown Medina only 30% more to hit goal. Let’s keep pushing !
6:06pm December 6, 2017
Jeff Walters
Keep it rolling Medina! Let’s make sure GEMC knows we’re serious about this! Only 169 more signups needed and we will be at 100% goal....we can do it!
10:23pm November 30, 2017
Gene Hoffmeyer
We need this service here in Carlisle County,Ky. Windstream stinks.
10:54am November 30, 2017
Danny England
Sure would be nice to get this service in my area instead of having one provider that constantly raises prices and slower speeds
5:36pm November 29, 2017
Jeff Walters
Good job Medina Zone!!!!! Lets keep it rolling and be the first Zone to hit 100% Goal. People, if you are tired of slow internet from your current provider or the local Cable Company stops a mile or less from your house get signed up here now!
11:00pm November 28, 2017
Ken Morris
Come on Troy zone residents!!... lets get this going!.... Sick of (maybe) 5 mbps download and .40 mbps upload ($59.95/mo) from Ken-Tenn wireless and thats after spending $1500 on a tower to get my antenna in clear view of an access tower. To make matters worse, Charter cable terminates service half a mile from me --- WE NEED GIBSON CONNECT TO HAPPEN! My Christmas wish is.. (Santa, are you listening?)..Troy zone hitting the mark and getting this service moving!!
2:37pm November 22, 2017
Jenni RachelsCampaign Owner
Hi, Jeff. We currently do not have any zones under construction. Once a zone reaches the required registration/participation level, our board will vote to move forward with engineering, ordering materials and construction. The higher the participation in your zone, the faster we can provide this essential service to your area, so please encourage your neighbors to sign up, too.
12:32pm November 22, 2017
Jeff Walters
Has construction in any of the zones started yet?
4:19pm November 19, 2017
Jeff Walters
SUPER EXCITED!!!! We currently have Wisper at our home. Topped out at 6 MBPS @ 69.95 per month. I cannot wait to get gig service for the same price. Come on, people in the Medina Zone lets get this rolling and be the first Zone to hit 100% goal!
7:23pm November 14, 2017
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Hi, Elaine. I checked with our Accounting folks. They said that it may take up to a week for your check to post. We really appreciate that you've registered!
4:13pm November 14, 2017
Elaine Cole
I dropped off a check at the Alamo office but my profile is still saying send a check. Could you find out if my check processed?
3:48pm November 14, 2017
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Thomas, we are constructing a GPON, fiber based network that allows us to provide symmetrical service offerings. Variables at each location, such as the capability of the computer equipment being used and packet overhead, will affect “speed tests” but results should indicate near symmetrical speeds as advertised. Thank you for your interest!
11:55am November 14, 2017
Joel Simmons
To anyone in the hornbeak/troy area. Get as many people to sign up as possible! It's only 20 dollars to register (less than two fastfood meals) and you'll get a way better service for cheaper than the Kenn-Tenn wireless or awful awful sattelite internet so many people are stuck with! Not to mention it'll help in general with kids and homework being able to properly look up information and video topics and tutors and give you access to a world of tools and programs that you couldn't get before with the crippling data limits most of us are stuck with now. You'll save money in the long run being able to stream and watch shows and can even bump down that TV package if you choose. Do your part to make sure the hornbeak area and "zone" gets real internet!
6:15pm November 13, 2017
Thomas Bivens
Are you sure the download and upload will be 100Mbps and 1Gbps with each package? Upload is always slower than download with every other service that I know.
4:53am November 11, 2017
Adam Jones
Thank you Rita. Also, I would like to say I hope we do reach our goal for my zone. There is hardly any internet options where I live. The ones that are available always have a cap or the service is horrible. Would be nice to actually not have to worry about if your internet is working or not. Lol.
2:08pm November 10, 2017
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Adam and Scott, our goal is to provide broadband to all of our members over time as we have a universal service commitment. Thanks for your interest!
11:16am November 10, 2017
Scott Shell
What if my zone doesn't reach their goal, What happens then?
11:00pm November 9, 2017
Adam Jones
In the case that your zone does not reach it's goal what are your guys' plan for that zone. Would you serve the ones that have signed up, or would we just be without internet still?
2:19pm November 8, 2017
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Lindsay, we have no data caps on our services; so, there will be no slowdown when you hit 1G.
12:45pm November 8, 2017
Lindsay Moore
Does the internet slow down once you reach your 1G,
11:51am November 8, 2017
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Great suggestion, Michael! I've posted the info about the upcoming events on the Gibson Connect and the Gibson EMC Facebook pages.
11:01am November 8, 2017
Michael Boyes
Can someone post more information from the events page onto Facebook, tried clicking on picture that looks like a flyer and is so small cannot read it. Otherwise need time and address.
9:30am November 7, 2017
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Good morning, Bill! We've contacted our software provider and asked them to help us out with the Search feature. Currently you can search by first or last name, but not both. Hopefully, they can resolve this issue soon. Thanks for the work you're doing to get others registered and help us provide access!
7:58pm November 6, 2017
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Bill, please try searching by last name only. I get the results I want when I do this. You can then scroll down to see if the supporters you’re seeking are there.
7:51pm November 6, 2017
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Sheila, we’ve got your registration set to internet only. Thanks!
7:48pm November 6, 2017
Bill Dycus
As I stated in an earlier message, the supporters search bar does not work for me. I am signed in. I enter a name in the "search names" box, leave "filter by zones" in the box to the right and hit "go", and it says "there are no users who match your search terms". I thought that was pretty straight forward. What am I doing wrong?????
6:05pm November 6, 2017
Sheila Davis
I want to register for the internet. I think I may have chosen phone which I do not need. I need the internet. Can you check this for me please. I will be mailing a check out but I want it to be for internet. Thank you Sheila davis
2:36pm November 6, 2017
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Hi, Kellie. Thank you for being willing to help get the word out about Gibson Connect. We have a limited number of yard signs that can be picked up from our Gibson EMC offices, so we'll distribute these on a first come basis. We also have cards and handouts you can pick up. We've put some Printed Materials on your Account page that you can download and print out. And, we have more yard signs and door hangers on order. If you haven't signed up yet to be a Zone Champion, please do. We'll email our Zone Champions when the yard signs and door hangers arrive. Again, we truly appreciate your help!
2:32pm November 6, 2017
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Hi, Terry. I've checked on the status of your registration. You are registered and it says you've elected by pay the $20 registration fee by check. It did not process a credit card payment. If you haven't already signed up to be a Zone Champion, please do. We are communicating with our Zone Champions and will be providing resources to help encourage others to register. Friday I sent the first email out. We have a limited number of yard signs and are distributing these from our Gibson EMC offices on a first come basis. We've also got cards and handouts you can pick up from our offices. We've ordered more yard signs and door hangers. We've also put a couple of printed materials you can download and print from your Account page. We'll email you and other Zone Champions when we get the yard signs and door hangers in. Thank you so much for your willingness to help spread the word!
2:24pm November 6, 2017
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Hi, Bill. The Supporters Search bars work for me when I search by name or by zone. It won't let you search by both at the same time. Let me know if you continue to have problems with it and thanks for your work to get others registered in your zone!
8:30pm November 5, 2017
Bill Dycus
Why doesn't the supporter search feature work? I need to check on people who have told me they would sign up in case I need the give them a gentle reminder.
8:14pm November 5, 2017
Terry Tucker
I would be willing to be a Zone Champion. Also I thought I paid online but profile says complete order again. Yard signs would help. Especially in my location.
12:31pm November 2, 2017
kellie wilding
Hey, what about lawn signs that we could put out so our neighbors would see?
11:22am November 1, 2017
Jenni RachelsCampaign Owner
Sherry, both of our residential internet offerings are unlimited. Thanks for your interest.
11:21am November 1, 2017
Jenni RachelsCampaign Owner
John, once a zone reaches the required registration/participation level, our board will vote to move forward with engineering, ordering materials and construction. Unfortunately, we cannot provide a firm timeline. The answer is dependent on a number of variables like the number of miles of fiber that must be constructed within a zone and the number of zones currently under construction. We’re excited about providing this service, but please remember that delivering service over a 12-county area is a big job that may take several years to complete. Of course, as zones reach their participation requirements we will provide more specifics regarding timelines. You can encourage your neighbors to sign up to expedite the process. The higher the participation in your zone, the faster we can provide this essential service.
11:37pm October 31, 2017
Sherry Bayles
Is this unlimited at 69.95
8:42pm October 31, 2017
john Lasley
When would the build out or connections start happening after a zone reaches it's goal?
5:19pm October 27, 2017
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Mack, we've switched you to a Zone Champion. Again, thanks for your willingness to help get your area connected!
5:18pm October 27, 2017
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Bill, we are continuing to work on the site, so you will see changes as we go. We will offer a Dedicated Internet product for large business and commercial customers who need high speed, dedicated internet to serve their many employees or to connect multiple location end points. We'll quote this service based on the companies' specific needs.
5:07pm October 27, 2017
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Kelly, we will refund the $20 at your request.
7:51am October 27, 2017
Kelly Mollica
If I pay the $20 but move out of the area before you begin offering internet service, will the $ be refunded?
8:24pm October 26, 2017
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Sorry, Terry. Would you please call your Gibson EMC Member Service Center tomorrow? They will be happy to help you and we will appreciate your becoming a Zone Champion!
7:44pm October 26, 2017
Terry Kirk
Trying to sign up as Zone Champion but it won't let me.
6:07pm October 26, 2017
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Sorry about that, Mack. I'll work on making this happen internally. Thanks so much for wanting to be a Zone Champion!
5:08pm October 26, 2017
Mack Pirtle
Rita, I move the " I want to be a Champion" to yes and every time I login or go back to my dashboard it is back on no.
9:58pm October 25, 2017
Bill Dycus
I noticed your products have increased from 6 to 7. So what is "Dedicated Internet" with no price listed?
4:11pm October 25, 2017
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Thank you so much for your work and for your suggestions, Phyllis. We did a media release last week and there will be a two-page spread in the November member magazines (The Tennessee Magazine and the Kentucky Living magazine). We also plan to advertise and provide resources to our Zone Champions soon. If you're not already registered as a Zone Champion, please do! Again, thank you!
11:45am October 25, 2017
Phyllis Capps
I have shared through Facebook and text messages to as many as I can to get them to sign up so the Trenton South zone can get the needed number . I wished there was more advertising for it the only place I'm seeing anything is on Facebook and not everyone uses that. Like I've seen others state I would even be willing to put a sign in my yard to get the word out. The only internet I've had since living here for 7 years is my mobile phone and I'm limited on that. It would be nice to be able to lower my mobile phone bill. I'm so hoping we get it soon.
4:56pm October 24, 2017
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Lottie, on the join.gibsonconnect site click on "Zones" and scroll down. Currently Alamo is at 10% of goal. Thank you!
4:47pm October 24, 2017
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Mack, here's more info about how you can turn on the Zone Champion switch. Once you've signed in, you can click on "MY DASHBOARD." Next, look at the bottom right side of the screen for the "Want to be a Champion?" box. Select "Yes" and you're a Champion!
3:23pm October 24, 2017
Lottie Wyrick
How can i find out how the Alamo zone is doing with sign ups?
12:27pm October 24, 2017
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Mack, once a zone meets its goal, we estimate that: (1) it could take up to one month for board approval; (2) it could take up to two months for engineering; (3) it could take another three months for materials to arrive; and it could take up to six months to construct the fiber. So, the total process could take a year or longer from the time a zone reaches its participation requirement. The length of time before service can be provided also will depend on how near you are to a substation within a zone. We will start construction at the substation and once we have fiber to a member's home or business, we can go ahead and provide that member service. You can sign back in and elect to be a Zone Champion. We appreciate your support and willingness to help make access to this essential service happen!
11:29pm October 23, 2017
Mack Pirtle
I think this would be huge and great for this area (Fulton). Also, I also agree with what Mr. Joseph Lewis said in that it would be huge for the family and kids of not just Obion County, but all the sounding areas. I think I may want to sign up to help try and get the word out, but didn't check the box anyway to change that? Also, when a Zone meets it goal is their an estimate on how long it would take for the service to be up and running? Praying Fulton meets its goal... 8)
6:57am October 21, 2017
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Kenneth, there is no data limit.
10:43pm October 20, 2017
Kenneth Brooks
Question. Is there a data limit? I like the speed.
8:50pm October 20, 2017
Bill Dycus
You should mention online (IN BOLD PRINT) that if members wait too late to sign up, they will have to pay $200 instead of the current $20. That part sure got my attention. Wake up Newbern!!! Sign up NOW!!!
11:22am October 20, 2017
Patrick Horner
Like Kelly's idea, a small letter included with the mailed monthly bills would go a long way to reaching members.
11:08am October 20, 2017
Mark Collier
Just want to let everyone know since I don't believe it says anywhere on here, but registering now will prevent members from having to pay a $200 connection/installation fee later on.
9:34am October 20, 2017
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Thanks for your support and suggestion, Kelly. We're considering lots of ways we can get the word out and the mail delivered via our post offices is certainly one of them. In fact, we're hoping that most of our members will see the two-page spread in upcoming November and December member publications (The Tennessee Magazine and the Kentucky Living magazine). These are mailed each month to all of our members' homes. Still, we agree wholeheartedly with you that we will need to use a variety of mediums to reach everyone. Again, thanks so much for reaching out to us!
8:17am October 20, 2017
Kelly Mollica
I want the 100 Mbps internet YESTERDAY. I am DESPERATE for it. But as much as I’d like to, I don’t have time to get out and knock on doors on Gibson EMC’s behalf to get people to sign up. I’m betting there are many people in my area (Three Way) who want better/faster internet service but they don’t know that Gibson EMC could potentially provide it if enough people sign up. Could you PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE a THOUSAND TIMES PLEASE send out an announcement via snail mail? This way everyone will know about it. I didn’t know about it until I stumbled onto an article in the Jackson Sun. I didn’t hear about it from Gibson EMC, which is puzzling. I think you’re relying too much on word-of-mouth. I realize a mailing will cost money, but it’s the only way you’re going to reach close to 100% of the population.
4:10pm October 19, 2017
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Great question, Deanna. We set up the zones based on our substations and our communities. We also considered the miles of line within the zone and the number of members per mile of line. We used all of this information to arrive at the participation level we’d need for the fiber build-out to be financially feasible.
3:34pm October 19, 2017
Daniel Bradford
Correction, Hornbeak has a far lower population than Dyer. lol
3:34pm October 19, 2017
Daniel Bradford
Deana, The Newbern zone I know for sure is all outside of city limits and doesn't cover as much area as the Hornbeak zone. People are more spread out and there's fewer of them in the area. I'd say that's a pretty big factor in why there's fewer people required. Dyer covers far less area than the Hornbeak zone and I'm fairly certain has a lower population.
3:34pm October 19, 2017
Daniel Bradford
Deana, The Newbern zone I know for sure is all outside of city limits and doesn't cover as much area as the Hornbeak zone. People are more spread out and there's fewer of them in the area. I'd say that's a pretty big factor in why there's fewer people required. Dyer covers far less area than the Hornbeak zone and I'm fairly certain has a lower population.
3:09pm October 19, 2017
Deana Kendall
I was looking at the Zones in Registration progress and I see that Newbern and Dyer are at 17% and 18% of their goal and only need 280 and 243 more. Why then is Hornbeak zone at 15% and we still need 416 more. That doesn't sound fair. Why so may more required in that area?
9:42am October 19, 2017
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Great, Roy! For others who are wondering about how many more sign ups are needed in your area, click on “Zones” and scroll down to see. The “Zones” tab is found on the Home or Main page.
9:35am October 19, 2017
Roy Sandefer
Found my answer
9:26am October 19, 2017
Roy Sandefer
I am in the Gadsden zone. What is the minimum number of signups required in this zone to get a board vote? Roy Sandefer
11:50am October 18, 2017
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Good morning, Kevin and William! We truly appreciate your willingness to help! Hope you've checked the box on the site to be Zone Champions. We're working on some resources we can provide and will be reaching out soon to this group! In the meantime, please continue spreading the word!
11:10am October 18, 2017
Kevin Harrington
Rita way can my friends and I do to help on a more productive way? We are wanting to be a big part of helping.
10:31am October 18, 2017
William Cornette
I would be happy to have a sign put up on my property along west Highway 21 to support this project.
6:52am October 18, 2017
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Kevin, Gibson Connect can serve anyone who is a Gibson Electric member/customer except those who are in the West Kentucky and Tennessee Telephone Cooperative service area.
9:55pm October 17, 2017
Kevin Harrington
There is rumor going that it's your able to get internet through a cable company you cannot get service with Gibson connect. Anyone know if that's true or not or what the deal is? Live in North Trenton
7:16pm October 17, 2017
Joseph Lewis
Guys the best way to make this happen is for us who know how important this is of Obion County is to spread the word whether it is on Facebook, or face to face. I work for the Obion County School System as the IT Director, and I can't explain enough how import it is for the children of Obion County to have access to internet at home. Folks we have to face the facts of life. The internet is here to stay, and if we do not join the ride we are only hurting ourselves.
6:24pm October 17, 2017
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Erik, thanks for your willingness to work on spreading the word. We are working on resources provide our Zone Champions and one of those resources may very well be a yard sign. Great idea!
6:22pm October 17, 2017
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Marilyn, so glad you've signed up and Daniel was correct again. Once a zone reaches the required registration/participation level, our board will vote to move forward with engineering, ordering materials and construction. Unfortunately, we cannot provide a firm timeline. The answer is dependent on a number of variables like the number of miles of fiber that must be constructed within a zone and the number of zones currently under construction. We’re excited about providing this service, but we ask that our members keep in mind that delivering service over a 12-county area is a big job that may take several years to complete. Of course, as zones reach their participation requirements we will provide more specifics regarding timelines.
6:18pm October 17, 2017
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Daniel, in response to your question... our goal is to provide high-speed internet access to all of our eligible members, but we also want to be sure we do it in a way that is financially sound. Using our participation model, join.gibsonconnect.com, is a financially sound process that enables our members to drive our buildout and get access. This approach follows the cooperative principles of (1) democratic member control, economic participation and concern for community. Ultimately we hope to reach all our eligible members, but I'm afraid it is too early in the process to speculate about next steps.
6:16pm October 17, 2017
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Bill, sorry for the delay in responding. Daniel is right. (Thanks, Daniel!) It's 100 Megabits per second up and 100 Megabits per second down.
3:35pm October 17, 2017
Erik Maltos
Do you have yard signs I can post in my yard or on my street to help spread the word? Thanks. I think Friendship has been needing something like this to help it grow. TEC and Wisper hasn't gotten better so someone needs to fill the need of fast, reliable internet. Plus looks like price will be great compared to TEC $105 for 25/3 or Wisper $70 for 6/1.5. Three Cheers for Gibson Electric.
3:09pm October 17, 2017
Daniel Bradford
Marilyn, As far as I can tell it's all based on how quickly people sign up and each zone meets its goals. When the goals are met and the project is approved by the board, they will then begin engineering and buying materials, then they will begin running the fiber optic cables that they will be using, as they reach residents who have signed up the services will become available. So depending on the manpower that they have dedicated to this project and the priority of each zone (how quickly they meet their goal and the demand in that area probably). There is a lot of factors so it'd be almost impossible for them to give a solid timeline.
2:06pm October 17, 2017
Marilyn Cobb
What kind of time line are we looking at. at getting this in place. One or two years or longer. My daughter is building next to us but haven't started building yet. Hoping to have house built by spring of 2018. We definitely want it. I have already registered for my husband and myself..
11:46am October 17, 2017
Daniel Bradford
Bill, it is symmetrical. 100 up and down. I believe it says the speeds are the same on the products page.
11:23am October 17, 2017
Joseph Sanders
Answer to a prayer. I have looked and tried several options with frustrating results. Finally someone steps up to the plate. Can hardly wait!!!!!
10:48am October 17, 2017
Bill Dycus
Second request......what is the upload speed for the 100mbps residential plan??????
6:42pm October 16, 2017
Terry Kirk
Looking forward to this service being available around Hornbeak.
6:17pm October 16, 2017
Daniel Bradford
If a zone doesn't reach the goal will it still receive the services down the line? As in the areas with highest demand will receive it first, then the lower demand areas?
9:51am October 16, 2017
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Yes, Daniel; members who register for Gibson Connect service will be hooked up as we reach their homes and businesses.
7:46am October 16, 2017
Daniel Bradford
When rollout begins in a zone, will some customers see access before the zone is completed?
12:49pm October 12, 2017
Johnsie Henderson
Thank you getting this started!! I am exctued about finally getting some reliable internet service. Ask your neighbors to get signed up.
11:18am October 12, 2017
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Thank you, Rick! We appreciate your efforts to spread the word. Please let everyone know they can call or come by their local Gibson EMC member service center and our member service reps will be happy to help them register. We'll communicate that too. If they happen to have internet access through a cell phone, they can register through join.gibsonconnect.com that way too. Great to have Zone Champions like you!
10:26pm October 11, 2017
Rick Isbell
It is kind of hard to generate signups in our area because there is no good internet option in our area. Many people opt for nothing since you can pay a lot for wireless /satellite and it is still terrible! This campaign seems geared to people who already have service. But I’ll keep trying to get the word out cause we need a useful service in our area so badly.
10:26pm October 11, 2017
Rick Isbell
It is kind of hard to generate signups in our area because there is no good internet option in our area. Many people opt for nothing since you can pay a lot for wireless /satellite and it is still terrible! This campaign seems geared to people who already have service. But I’ll keep trying to get the word out cause we need a useful service in our area so badly.
6:21pm October 11, 2017
Bert Bankston
Please support this Medina click one has had a monopoly in this area! They have taken advantage of us with increased price hikes for internet and cable also very poor customer Service for after hours and weekends!
4:57pm October 11, 2017
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
We appreciate your enthusiasm and support, Mike! We are excited about providing this essential service and we're excited about what it will mean to our members and communities!
4:53pm October 11, 2017
Mike Scallion
I work in IT, work with Gibson Electric IT. Great group of folks and cannot wait to increase my internet speed at home from 6Mbps to 1,000Mbps. Im sharing on FB, send out tweets, instagrams and snapchats....this will be the greatest thing to hit Crockett County since stop lights....
4:34pm October 11, 2017
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Yes, Joshua; it is symmetrical.
4:32pm October 11, 2017
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Once a zone meets its goal and it gets approved by the board, we'll do engineering, order materials and then construction. Unfortunately, we cannot provide a firm timeline. The answer is dependent on a number of variables like the number of miles of fiber that must be constructed within a zone and the number of zones currently under construction. We will be communicating with the members in the specific zones trying to provide more detailed updates as we make progress. Priority will be given to zones with the highest participation rates, so please encourage your neighbors, friends and family to register too!
4:29pm October 11, 2017
Joshua Batchelor
I see the download speeds but what are the upload speeds? Is it symmetrical?
4:06pm October 11, 2017
Mark Collier
If a zone meets its goal, and it gets approved, how long would construction take, approximately?
3:08pm October 11, 2017
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Thank you, Guy! Please encourage your neighbors to register too!
2:46pm October 11, 2017
Guy Maxwell
I just found out about this. This is the best news I have in a while. Maybe I will soon have some kind of internet service at my house! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!
1:53pm October 11, 2017
Jenni RachelsCampaign Owner
There is no data limit.
12:36pm October 11, 2017
Sharon Gunter
Is there a monthly data limit
12:34pm October 11, 2017
Rita AlexanderCampaign Owner
Thank you, Ashlee! We sincerely appreciate your help in this important effort!
11:42am October 11, 2017
Ashlee Starkey
Proud supporter and working on getting the word out. I need fiber in my house like yesterday!
4:26pm September 29, 2017
CrowdFiber AdminCampaign Owner
I am so proud of Gibson Connect. Great work!