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.

Welcome to the TDS Connect Blog

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Seen on Pinterest: Gimme S’more (Recipes, That Is)

Summer—and warm summer nights—are just around the corner, and these recent teases of spring have left us craving a campfire favorite. Our Pinterest feed has been flooded with recipes for s’mores, that childhood classic made of graham crackers, chocolate and toasted marshmallows. But this week’s “Seen on Pinterest” roundup doesn’t require a campfire. These s’mores recipes take the traditional dish and elevate it into creative cakes, beautiful bars, elegant ice creams and more.

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Weekly tech news roundup for Saturday, May 3

Microsoft just unearthed (literally) the worst video game of all time, Google’s self-driving cars are now even better (and has the video to prove it), and now there’s a gadget that will scramble your egg in the shell. Have you tried the new Firefox yet? Read about all that’s new, and if you’ve ever wanted an MacBook Air, there’s been a price drop so now could be a good time. By the way, research shows that people haven’t changed passwords after Heartbleed (but you should!!). Also, be sure to check out Nissan’s self-cleaning car paint!

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TDS to sponsor American Family Children’s Hospital Radiothon

TDS is stepping up to support one of the best children’s hospitals in the country but, more help is needed and we can’t do it alone. Blogger Barclay Pollak tells you how you can help and become a champion for kids.

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What to expect when you’re expecting (TDS TV)

One question a lot of people have asked me when contemplating adding TDS TV to their home, is how bad is the installation process? It can be daunting just thinking about all the hassle that may occur, but, there are a few things you can do to make your install go that much easier (and maybe even faster!).

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Seen on Pinterest: 5 Hairstyle ‘How To’s’ to Love for Spring

In this week’s Seen on Pinterest, we explore on of our favorite new ways to find style tips online — via the photo-based social networking site. It’s easier than ever to find “pinspiration” for your weekly wardrobe on Pinterest, and your hairstyle is no exception. Recreate movie-star worthy hair (or at least looks from your favorite bloggers) with these easy tutorials that work for almost any occasion.

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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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