About Missy Kellor

Missy works on the Corporate Communications team and reports stories to TDS employees and customers. This is right up her alley because she’s an extrovert and also a big fan of research (really, she’ll look up just about anything that strikes her interest). Missy is a native of Madison, Wis. with an undergraduate in Anthropology and a master’s degree in Life Sciences Journalism from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Her interest in the Internet as a mass media shaped her work towards a PhD in Journalism and Mass Communications. She’s also worked as an editorial assistant, copywriter, and production artist. In her off hours, Missy is a crafter, Pinterest addict, reader, wife, and mom of two kids.
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Free NFL RedZone Preseason Preview

You’ve been waiting all summer, but now it’s almost here—the kickoff to football season! Even better, your patience is being rewarded with a free preview of NFL RedZone so you can get into the action now.
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Weekly tech news roundup for August 12

This week: Logitech rolls out it's one button smart home solution, rumor has it the iPhone 7 won't have a headphone jack (but will have other stuff!), and speaking of smart homes—you may want to think carefully about which one you choose since about 75% of them are hackable. All this, plus other headlines and our Kickstarter pick of the week.
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Tech news roundup for August 5

This week: Snapchats new filters vs. Instagram stolen stories, a $61 million Bitcoin heist, a Windows 10 anniversary gift for you, plus find out about Amazon's big (literally) announcement and more.
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Weekly tech news roundup for July 22

This week: Amazon gets a patent for a drone delivery network concept, Dyson is (finally) rolling out a robot vacuum in the U.S. and Canada, and Gorilla glass just got better. Plus, learn about what Firefox is turning off next month, check out a new handy app, and find out what Elon Musk thinks about the future.
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How to play Pokémon Go—the basics to get you started

If you’d like to know what the Pokémon fuss is about, but don’t know how to get started, we can get you going. A recent Pokémon newbie/mom, gathered the questions and answers she's been searching for (and getting from other parents whose kids are now playing).
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Tech news roundup for July 1

Check out the hottest toy coming just in time for the holidays, find out how to get a smartphone on the cheap (warning: there's a catch), and there are quite a few updates about your favorite social media and mapping apps. Also, take a peek at a "shut up and take my money" Kickstarter for anyone who has ever done battle with a tape measure, and waste a few minutes today watching some really awesome and brain-bending Photoshop creations.
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Tech news roundup for June 17

This week: Facebook Messenger gets a new home screen, Microsoft's purchase of LinkedIn makes people fear Clippy's return, and Xbox shows off a new console coming in August. Also find out (fast) what 13 things Apple unveiled at their annual conference, check out the best video game trailers shown at E3, and take a peek at Knocki—our Kickstarter of the week.
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Tech news roundup for June 10

This week: new cars you probably can't afford (but man do they look gooooood), 33 million Twitter passwords and usernames were stolen, and Google's co-founder is placing big bets on flying cars. Also check out a new Bluetooth toothbrush, get the scoop on a possible folding OLED phone coming next year, and find out what's being rumored for Apple's conference next week.
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What renters need to know about signing up for Internet service

Signing up for Internet service can be a little overwhelming. There's lots of terminology involved (like what in the heck does Mbps even mean?) and many things to consider. There's a great resource out there though, to help you make the right choice for your situation.
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TDS helps uncork the fun in Tennessee

On Saturday, April 30th, thousands of people sampled and enjoyed some of the best wine in Tennessee at A Toast to Tennessee Wine Festival sponsored by TDS and the Mt. Juliet Chamber of Commerce. Now in its 13th year, the event featured 25 wineries from the middle Tennessee region, along with more than two-dozen food and artisan vendors.
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