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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Consumer alert: Microsoft announces Internet Explorer security flaw

Windows XP has only been retired a few weeks, and big security flaw has already been discovered that makes it vulnerable if you’re using Internet Explorer. If you use Internet Explorer and still run Windows XP, stop using that browser immediately!

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Weekly tech news roundup for April 25

Netflix is raising rates, but Amazon Prime Instant Video is adding HBO content. Pinterest adds new features which might be helpful when you check out the newly rediscovered lost Warhol artwork. You can’t find the Loch Ness Monster on Apple Maps, but you CAN turn back time on Google Maps. Find out about the origins of the cube (which was supposed to be an active space!) and check out College Humor’s hilarious “Gods of the Internet.”

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In the spotlight: Pittsboro, Zionsville, and Whitestown, Indiana

What do Jeff Gordon, Metta World Peace, and Amazon.com have in common? They all hail from TDS Telecom communities in Indiana. Find out more about each of these unique places.

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Recycle your electronics, protect the earth

Hiding that old cell phone or power supply in your garbage bag might seem like a good idea today, but it’s not in the long run. Learn how you can recycle your e-waste and help save the earth this Earth Day.

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Seen On Pinterest: 10 “Eggscellent” Ways to Enhance Your Eggs

If there’s one thing we like better than Easter candy, it’s the abundance of Easter egg dishes that appear in our home around the holiday. Sure, the traditional recipes for Easter’s bounty typically call for a variety of deviled eggs, but we’ve decided to offer you a few alternatives as well.

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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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