Dawn LaPine | Daily Press Community members, media and representatives from Highline Internet gathered at the Island Resort and Casino in Harris Thursday for the internet company's Annual Construction Kick-Off Party.

HARRIS, Mich. — Highline Internet, a leading provider of high-speed fiber optic internet, held its Annual Construction Kick-Off Party, taking place on June 5, 2025, at 3:30 p.m. at the Island Resort and Casino in Harris.

“I’m excited to invite media representatives to join us in celebrating the dedicated crews who are out in the field, laying over 1,400 miles of fiber optic cable this year to connect unserved and underserved homes and businesses across Michigan’s Upper Peninsula,” said Bruce Moore, COO of Highline.

The event marked the official launch of Highline’s 2025 construction season — a pivotal milestone in the company’s mission to close the digital divide. Highline’s field crews are the backbone of this work, braving tough terrain and weather to bring reliable, gigabit-speed internet to rural communities. This effort helps power critical access to education, healthcare, and economic opportunity across the region.

More than 14 business partners joined in support of the celebration through sponsorships, highlighting the collaborative spirit fueling Highline’s ongoing progress. The event featured presentations, networking opportunities with partnering businesses, and updates on key accomplishments — including Highline’s recent milestone of connecting over 7,000 customers in Michigan. The company is on track to serve over 50,000 homes and businesses in the Upper Peninsula by 2027.