One minute they’re at your side — the next, where'd they go? If you’ve ever attended a large event with kids, you know this scenario well. But when they get a little older and begin exploring without you, technology can be your extra set of eyes.

At C Spire, we’ve weathered and recovered from our share of hurricanes and other natural disasters, all while helping connect survivors to crucial aid sources and loved ones with our wireless network. And we’re always ready to lend a hand to our neighbors.

New enhancements to the C Spire wireless network in Biloxi, Miss., are impacting high-traffic areas along the beachfront as well as near schools.

Just in time for fall events like Cruisin’ the Coast — an annual weeklong gathering that attracts 10,000 classic cars and automobiles — our cell site near Edgewater Mall, one of the prime locations for viewing and visiting, just got a big boost in wireless coverage and capacity.

The temperatures outside may say it’s still summertime, but the back-to-school season has arrived.

As parents prepare their kids for the upcoming school year with new clothes, kicks and classroom supplies, it’s also time to begin thinking about how they’ll interact with technology and devices in the course of their studies — and how to integrate technology that can enhance learning, monitor screen time and ensure safety.

Wireless speeds are taking off across the C Spire network thanks to continual enhancements of 5G and high-speed LTE in both urban and rural areas.

C Spire technicians recently completed work adding a new macro site in the Elks Lake area of Forrest County, just south of Hattiesburg in the Piney Woods region. These enhancements are now bolstering cell coverage and capacity for customers and commuters between I-59 and U.S. Hwy. 49.

Mobile phones have become indispensable tools, especially in emergency situations, and teaching kids how to use them for emergency preparation is not only practical but could potentially save lives.

Here are some tips to help you guide your children in understanding and effectively using their mobile phones during emergencies.