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What to watch for this NFL season

by Mark Schaaf on September 2, 2026 0 comments

With another NFL season upon us, there’s no shortage of intriguing storylines to follow as the season kicks off on… more...

The best back-to-school tech in 2026

by Mark Schaaf on July 28, 2026 0 comments

Back-to-school shopping today is way more than notebooks, backpacks, and pencils. As students get set for a new school year this fall, the right technology can help them stay organized, focused, and ready for anything that comes their way.

•TV

The FIFA World Cup 2026 is on FOX and FS1 – Available With TDS TV+

by Mark Schaaf on June 1, 2026 0 comments

From Thursday, June 11, through Sunday, July 19, all 104 tournament matches will air live across FOX and FS1.

•TV

What to watch on TDS TV®+ this summer

by Mark Schaaf on April 28, 2026 0 comments

Whether it’s streaming or linear television, TDS TV®+ has you covered.

•TV

Yes – TDS TV+ has baseball!

by Mark Schaaf on March 25, 2026 0 comments

We have reached agreements to continue carrying Milwaukee Brewers, Cincinnati Reds, and Seattle Mariners games in those respective regions.

•News

Watch out for tax scams this filing season

by Mark Schaaf on March 22, 2026 0 comments

The IRS' annual "Dirty Dozen" encourages taxpayers to watch out for email phishing scams, bad social media advice, and more.

•Outdoors

Remember to call before you dig this spring!

by Mark Schaaf on March 4, 2026 0 comments

Before you put a shovel in the ground, you need to find out what might be underneath.

•TV

Sun outages may impact your TV signal

by Mark Schaaf on February 24, 2026 0 comments

For a few weeks every spring and fall, the sun is directly behind the line of sight between TV satellites.

•News

TDS presents Spokane Most Valuable Educator Award

by Mark Schaaf on February 24, 2026 0 comments

Fifth-grade teacher honored with Gonzaga University Athletics prize package.

•TV

How TDS TV+ connects to America’s most popular social media site

by Mark Schaaf on February 23, 2026 0 comments

New study finds YouTube is the most widely used platform – which TDS TV+ makes easy to access.

•Products

Make your life easier by enrolling in TDS ePay

by Mark Schaaf on February 2, 2026 0 comments

Signing up for TDS ePay can be done in just a few easy steps.

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