AT&T Upgrades 5G and Fiber Networks in Henry County
Thursday, October 29th, 2026
AT&T* expanded its 5G and fiber internet networks in Henry County providing residents, businesses, and visitors with enhanced connectivity.
A new site in Hampton boosts coverage along Highway 20 and South Hampton Road. Another site in Stockbridge enhances service along the intersection of Gardner Road and Swan Lake Road.
Additionally, AT&T Fiber is now available to more 9,000 new residential and business locations in Henry County, delivering internet speeds up to 5 Gigs¹. This is in addition to the more than 82,000 locations across Henry County. Residents can check fiber availability at their address by visiting att.com/notifyme.
“Reliable connectivity is essential for our residents, businesses and first responders. AT&T’s investment in fiber and 5G technology, including new cell sites in Hampton and Stockbridge, is an important step toward a more connected Henry County,” said Carlotta Hall, Chair, Henry County Board of Commissioners. “We appreciate AT&T’s commitment to expanding access and supporting our community.
“Hampton is a thriving community, where growth never outpaces infrastructure. This advanced infrastructure helps us continue to grow in a smart productive manner,” said Hampton Mayor Ann Tarpley.
“Strong connectivity plays a vital role in keeping our community safe. AT&T’s investment in wireless and fiber infrastructure will help Henry County residents stay connected to family, work and essential services,” said Tamika Kendrick, E-911 Director, Henry County. “Enhanced wireless coverage also gives first responders the tools they need to coordinate and respond when help is needed most. We appreciate AT&T’s continued investment in Henry County and its commitment to the people who live and work here.”
“For Henry County businesses, dependable connectivity means greater capacity to innovate, serve customers and compete in an increasingly in today’s economy,” said Joseph B. Henning, President and CEO, Henry County Chamber of Commerce. “AT&T’s expansion of fiber availability and wireless coverage will help support our strong business environment while creating new possibilities for employers, entrepreneurs and the broader community.”
From 2021 to 2025, AT&T invested more than $18.2 billion in its wireless and wireline networks in Georgia. These investments boost reliability, coverage, speed and overall performance for residents and their businesses.
“At AT&T, we know how important it is for our customers to stay connected. We are proud to invest in Henry County with the wireless infrastructure necessary to connect in today’s digital world,” said Michael J. Ruffin, Director of External Affairs, AT&T Georgia. “With expanded access to AT&T 5G, this new cell site reflects our continued investment in modern critical communications infrastructure to help residents, businesses and first responders stay connected no matter where they are.”
AT&T is the nation’s largest fiber internet provider. AT&T Fiber delivers multi-gig speeds paired with network reliability that allows customers to keep multiple household devices connected, power remote work and school, and stream with confidence.
AT&T 5G brings fast, reliable and highly secure connectivity to more than 320 million people in over 27,700 cities and towns nationwide, including Hampton and Stockbridge. This helps Georgia residents and businesses get the best possible experience over the AT&T network wherever they live, work and play.
These enhancements also support first responders and the extended public safety community on FirstNet, Built with AT&T – America’s public safety network – by bringing Band 14 spectrum to the area. We look at Band 14 as public safety’s VIP lane, delivering dedicated connectivity when needed. When not in use by FirstNet subscribers, AT&T customers can enjoy Band 14’s added coverage and capacity.
Created by the U.S. Congress after 9/11 and built by AT&T in public-private partnership with the FirstNet Authority, FirstNet is the only nationwide communications platform purpose-built for public safety.
Customers are also supported by the AT&T Guarantee, the industry’s first customer guarantee for both wireless and fiber networks, focused on dependable connectivity, competitive offers, and prompt, friendly service.
FirstNet and the FirstNet logo are registered trademarks and service marks of the First Responder Network Authority. All other marks are the property of their respective owners.


