Sparklight Recognized for Fastest Internet Speeds in Kennett by Ookla

KENNETT, Mo. (Feb. 24, 2026) — Internet provider Sparklight has been recognized by Ookla, the global leader in network intelligence and connectivity insights, for delivering the fastest internet speeds in Kennett during the second half of 2025.* The recognition reflects performance across Sparklight’s network serving the greater Kennett area, including Malden, Campbell, Holcomb and Senath.

According to data collected from nearly 8,000 consumer-initiated tests conducted through Ookla’s Speedtest platform, Sparklight led Kennett-area providers in median download speeds, delivering speeds 48% faster than its closest competitor.

“This recognition from Ookla is especially meaningful because it reflects our customers’ real-world experience,” said Travis Harr, Senior Regional Director, North Central. “We’ve made significant investments across Missouri to deliver faster speeds, increased capacity and superior reliability. As technology evolves, we’re committed to staying ahead and delivering a seamless connectivity experience that our customers can count on.”

Sparklight provides residential customers in the Kennett area with speeds up to 1 Gig, supporting uninterrupted streaming, gaming, remote work, smart home connectivity and more. Sparklight Business provides customized connectivity solutions with speeds up to 10 Gig for organizations of all sizes — delivering fiber-powered internet, voice and managed services for small businesses; scalable fiber and Ethernet solutions for enterprises; and high-capacity, secure network services for carrier and wholesale partners.

To maximize customers’ internet experience, Sparklight offers intelligent Wi-Fi powered by eero. Leveraging next-generation Wi-Fi 7 technology, Sparklight’s intelligent Wi-Fi delivers faster speeds, lower latency and greater capacity to support bandwidth-intensive activities such as high-definition streaming, gaming and videoconferencing — even with multiple devices connected simultaneously.

Over the past three years, Sparklight has invested more than $1 billion across its footprint to strengthen its fiber-fueled network and future-proof connectivity for the communities it serves.

To learn more about Sparklight’s high-speed internet services, visit www.sparklight.com and follow the company on Facebook, Instagram and X.

**Based on Ookla Speedtest Intelligence data for 2H 2025 for CBSA-28380 Kennett, Mo. Ookla trademarks used under license and reprinted with permission.

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