Small Business Saturday: Tips to boost sales and strengthen community ties

Numbering over 33 million across the country, small businesses account for 99% of all U.S. businesses. Celebrated on the Saturday after Thanksgiving each year, Small Business Saturday encourages Americans to get out in their communities and support local businesses by shopping small and dining locally. The day helps strengthen local […]

TDS honored as top workplace for Veterans

Company receives a gold certification in the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development’s Vets Ready Employer Initiative.

How TDS TV+ is the ultimate entertainment hub

Are you ready for a TV experience that seamlessly combines live programming and streaming apps, all in one convenient place? Fall brings with it the best assortment of TV shows, sports, and entertainment—and now is the perfect time to upgrade your home viewing experience without breaking the bank. TDS TV+ […]

Watch out for scams after natural disasters 

Severe weather events leave communities vulnerable — not just to physical damage, but to scammers looking to take advantage. 

Hallmark movie filming locations revealed

Hallmark’s Countdown to Christmas has begun — here’s the scoop on some of the most commonly used filming locations.

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A unique true-crime murder story premieres on HBO May 15

If you loved “Making of a Murderer” you might also enjoy a new true-crime movie coming to HBO. The documentary Mommy Dead and Dearest, follows the story of Gypsy Rose Blanchard–a victim of Munchausen by proxy–who ultimately conspired to have her mother (her abuser) killed. Read more about this case and watch the trailer for the movie that premieres on HBO on Monday, May 15.

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Cheap Tunes Tuesday: Evanescence

There is a standard list of iconic female vocalists out there, and it usually revolves around Whitney, Aretha, Florence and Mariah. Those women all had the luxury of being a solo performer, or at least having a band that was centered on the vocals. Today’s featured band has a lead singer undoubtedly as good as the ones above, but doesn’t seem to always get the accolades she deserves.

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Mother’s Day Gift Guide 2017: gift ideas from moms, for moms

It’s almost here—Mother’s Day 2017! Even though it’s just a few days away don’t worry—I, along with my fellow moms, have you covered. We chatted in person and over social to come up with a bunch of gift ideas to help you out. This is what we want most for the one day a year that’s all about us.

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Seen on Pinterest: Get Tart with Meyer Lemon

Love citrus fruits in summer? So do we, and without a doubt, our favorite is the Meyer Lemon, a slightly sweeter and tangier version of lemons that tastes like the perfect cross between a lemon and an orange. There’s nothing this little fruit can do wrong, particularly when it’s made into a sweet ending to a summer meal.

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Weekly tech news roundup for May 5

Don’t declare books dead yet–like the real print kind. Elon Musk introduces ANOTHER new transportation idea, MIT beats Fitbit for accuracy, Apple watches are popping, Canada wins May 4th, plus some nerd news you might enjoy this Friday afternoon.

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Investing in our communities

It’s our mission to create a better world by providing high-quality communication services—connecting people and businesses, supporting education, and strengthening communities. We started with a handful of telephone companies in small and rural communities; today we’re a rapidly growing technology company with 1.2 million residential and business connections.


In addition to serving customers, TDS takes a vested interest in the growth and success of our communities. From hands-on volunteering to in-kind and direct financial support, we believe in giving back. In fact, community involvement is so imperative to our core beliefs that TDS has a “Be Good Citizens” program, which provides our associates with 16 hours of paid volunteer time every year.

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