TDS associates give back by partnering with the United Way

Thanks to our associates, the company raised $90,000 for the United Way to distribute throughout TDS communities.

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. 

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Community Connections: Links for Lauren, Ducky Day, lending a truck

TDS receives many invitations to participate in events, become a corporate sponsor, or simply donate items for giveaways. Unfortunately we can’t say yes to all of them. However, we recently said yes to include Links for Lauren and Ducky Days. Plus, a few our techs chipped in and helped out the Fayetteville-Perry, Ohio school district.

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“Mad Max: Fury Road” comes to TDS TV on Demand

This week TDS TV on Demand brings one of the year’s biggest – and best – hits: “Mad Max: Fury Road.” In addition, there are several well-done dramas, including the romance “Age of Adaline” and the Brian Wilson biopic “Love & Mercy.”

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Cheap Tunes Tuesday: Carlos Santana

There is a band out there, named after a guitarist you’ve probably heard of, that’s truly one of the greatest rock bands of all time. When you hear the name, you may scoff at that idea – but 90 million records sold worldwide and eight Grammy Awards may convince you otherwise. Not bad for a guy that was once told not to quit his day job. And right now you can score this famous group’s second—and awesome—album for only $5.

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TDS school supply drive a huge success

As anyone who has gone back-to-school shopping knows, purchasing the list of required supplies can add up quickly—too quickly, for some families. To help students in need, TDS employees in Madison, Wis. recently collected and donated school supplies to the local school district.

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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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