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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Father’s Day gift ideas

Alright, folks: You’ve got one week till Father’s Day. And you don’t know what to get Dad, because if he’s anything like my dad, he won’t tell you what he wants. I’m here to save you from buying him another […]

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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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Cheap Tunes Tuesday: The Carpenters

Sonic Youth did a remake of the Carpenter hit “Superstar,” which may have been your only real introduction to the band. If you take a listen to the original though, there’s no denying the songwriting talents of Richard and the vocal ability of Karen. The Carpenters were one of the most recognized acts of the ‘70s, but appears to be lost among the current generation—but today you can give them a try for only $5.

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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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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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