Transforming Connectivity: Cherryvale, KS Becomes a Gigabit City Powered by KWIKOM Communications

CHERRYVALE, Kan.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov 20, 2024--

KWIKOM Communications (KWIKOM), a leading telecommunications provider based in Kansas, is proud to announce Cherryvale, Kansas, as its latest “Gigabit City.” After completing the installation of their advanced fiber-optic network, KWIKOM is now delivering symmetrical gigabit internet speeds to the majority of homes and businesses in Cherryvale. This designation solidifies Cherryvale’s place on the cutting edge of technological growth and digital innovation.

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“The City of Cherryvale is excited to partner with KWIKOM in this mission and is eager to see the positive impact of this high-speed connectivity on our community’s education, economy, and quality of life,” said Cherryvale’s Chief of Police, Jimmy Holt.

With internet speeds of up to 10 Gbps now available, Cherryvale’s residents and businesses will experience faster, more reliable internet for streaming, gaming, video conferencing, remote work, and more. KWIKOM’s efforts to bring high-speed fiber to this community reflect their commitment to expanding cutting-edge fiber optic technology to both urban and rural regions. The enhanced connectivity will improve the quality of life for Cherryvale’s citizens, help attract new businesses and promote economic growth.

“We’re excited to see Cherryvale join the growing ranks of Kansas cities powered by gigabit fiber,” said Mike Brigman, President & Chief Operating Officer of WANRack LLC, parent company of KWIKOM Communications. “This milestone is part of our broader mission to bring more cities across eastern Kansas into the gigabit age, ensuring ultrafast and reliable internet for everything from remote work and distance learning to entertainment. Reliable broadband is no longer a luxury, but a necessity to drive economic growth.”

Cherryvale’s gigabit designation will also benefit public services, providing faster and more efficient communication for emergency response and city operations. Local institutions such as schools and healthcare providers will be able to offer more advanced digital services, enhancing the community’s education and health infrastructure. Additionally, the presence of high-speed fiber optic internet is expected to boost property values and attract more residents to the area.

In addition to the new gigabit services, KWIKOM is also now offering a new product to their array of communication services, Outdoor Connections. This mesh Wi-Fi solution extends your home’s internet coverage to every corner of your property, eliminating dead zones in the yard, barn, workshop, or pool area. For just $10 a month, KWIKOM’s Outdoor Connections ensures that customers can enjoy fast, reliable internet anywhere on their property, making it perfect for outdoor work, entertainment, and relaxation.

Cherryvale residents and businesses can now sign up for KWIKOM’s full suite of services, including high-speed internet, phone, video, and the mesh Wi-Fi extension all from a single provider known for its reliability and customer service excellence.

For more information or to order KWIKOM’s services, please visit our website or contact our team at 800-379-7292.

About KWIKOM Communications:

Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Iola, Kansas, KWIKOM Communications is a leading telecommunications company serving 75 counties across Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma, and Florida with internet, phone and video services. In 2023, KWIKOM Communications expanded its network and team after being acquired by WANRack LLC, a leader in designing, engineering, and maintaining fiber networks nationwide that serves school districts, municipalities, and private enterprises. Utilizing a combination of fiber optic and fixed wireless technology, KWIKOM Communications is dedicated to bridging the digital divide, offering high-speed, low-latency connections that enrich the lives of the communities it serves. Since 2017, KWIKOM has focused on expanding its fiber optic network, bringing residents and businesses faster and symmetrical speeds along with reliable connectivity. With the recent addition of video services, KWIKOM offers its fiber customers a comprehensive solution for streaming and entertainment needs under one provider.

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KWIKOM Communications and Cherryvale city officials gather to cut the ribbon, marking the city's new Gigabit City status. Pictured left to right is: Karen Davis, City Clerk; Tim Wilson, Economic Development; Jimmy Holt, Chief of Police; Steve Strickland, City Council Member; and Mike Brigman, President & Chief Operating Officer of WANRack LLC, parent company of KWIKOM Communications. (Photo: Business Wire)

CARDIFF, Wales (AP) — Warren Gatland expressed his desire to stay on as Wales rugby coach after making what could prove to be his final team announcement in the role amid a record run of losses in the national side's 143-year history.

Wales has lost 11 straight matches and heads into Saturday’s meeting against back-to-back world champion South Africa in Cardiff looking to avoid going an entire calendar year without winning a test for the first time since 1937.

With his job under huge pressure, Gatland has said he would support any decision taken by the Welsh Rugby Union and didn’t give any assurances when asked Wednesday if he thought he’d still be in the job for the Six Nations starting in February.

“It’s not something I’ve thought about. I’m focused on this week,” the New Zealander said at a news conference. “If you start thinking about other things and going outside and talking about other things, it’s a distraction you don’t need. You've just got to focus totally on preparing the team as best we can.”

Asked if he had a strong desire to continue as Wales coach, Gatland said “absolutely” but acknowledged he understood "the pressures of international rugby and performance and results.”

Gatland has overseen just six wins from 23 tests since returning for a second stint as head coach ahead of the Rugby World Cup last year.

Gatland said he has a “young group that need time.”

“Decisions could be made outside of my control,” he said. "I've asked for a little bit of time — whether we get that time, we'll have to wait and see.”

Gatland has made four changes to the team that started the 52-20 loss to Australia on Sunday, with winger Rio Dyer, flyhalf Sam Costelow, lock Christ Tshiunza and No. 8 Taine Plumtree called up. One positional change saw wing Blair Murray move from the wing to fullback instead of Cameron Winnett.

Costelow replaced Gareth Anscombe, Tshiunza took over from injured Adam Beard and Plumtree came in for Aaron Wainwright.

Wales’ 23-man squad has a total of 334 caps, whereas the Springboks bench alone has 431. Dyer is Wales' most -capped back with 22.

Wales: Blair Murray, Tom Rogers, Max Llewellyn, Ben Thomas, Rio Dyer, Sam Costelow, Ellis Bevan; Taine Plumtree, Jac Morgan, James Botham, Christ Tshiunza, Will Rowlands, Archie Griffin, Dewi Lake, Gareth Thomas. Reserves: Ryan Elias, Nicky Smith, Keiron Assiratti, Freddie Thomas, Tommy Reffell, Rhodri Williams, Eddie James, Josh Hathaway

AP rugby: https://apnews.com/hub/rugby

Wales coach Warren Gatland watches his team before the Autumn Nations series rugby union match between Wales and Australia at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales, Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024.(AP Photo/Rui Vieira)