Your Paramount+ with Showtime subscription just got bigger

Looking for your next weekend binge, movie night pick, or big game? TDS TV+ customers who subscribe to Paramount+ with Showtime now get Paramount+ Premium included at no additional cost. That means your subscription doesn’t end with the premium channels you watch directly on your TV through TDS TV+. You […]

Changing your TDS recovery contact and username

Whether you’re a long-time customer or new to TDS (welcome!), we want to pass along a few tips and tricks about managing your TDS account. Following these steps will only take a few minutes but will ensure you can always quickly and easily log in and make any needed updates—resetting […]

Winter Weather Outlook: Forecasts and safety tips

Fall may have just arrived, but it’s never too early to start preparing for the impact of winter weather. Whether you’re in for severe storms or a mild couple of months, it’s always smart to know the forecast ahead of time. The National Weather Service outlook for the 2026-2027 winter […]

TDS helps schools recover after tornado

Working quickly in the aftermath of the storm, TDS teams helped ensure critical communications services were back in place.

TDS Open reaches new heights with historic donations to two nonprofits

What happens when passionate associates, fantastic vendors, and generous sponsors come together for a good cause? For TDS Telecom, it means making history. The 2026 TDS Open charity golf event raised a record-breaking $308,000, marking the largest charitable contribution in the event’s history. Held at University Ridge Golf Course in […]

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Mrs. Wittwer’s turkey stuffing recipe

Dave Wittwer, president and CEO of TDS Telecommunications Corp, loves to cook. So, just in time for the holidays, he’s sharing one of his family’s favorite recipes. Get his mom’s stuffing recipe now so you’ve got time to shop for ingredients before the big day.

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Make 20-30 different holiday treats this year—bake with Melynn

Last year we shared Melynn’s technique for baking an amazing number of cookies for the holidays. Each holiday she makes 20-30 different kinds! How does she do it (and still sleep?), by planning ahead and starting early. She’ll be starting her cookie prep this weekend and there’s still time to follow along and have 24 different cookies by December 9th (just in time for cookie exchanges, and sharing at work and parties). Plus, Melynn shares a new recipe she’s going to try for Salted Caramel Pretzel Bark.

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Friday tech news roundup for November 15

This week new products abound with the release of the new PlayStation 4, Roomba 880 vacuum, and Coin—a device that might change your wallet forever. Also, check out new renderings of Apple’s new campus, learn how the iPad got it’s iconic design, and get the scoop on the new Netflix interface.

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How to create and remember strong passwords

Strong passwords are more likely to keep your account and personal information safe when you’re online. The tricky part is using the many recommended password do’s and don’ts and remembering your passwords later. There is a way! F-Secure shares a method for creating memorable, strong passwords.

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In the spotlight: Medford, Wisconsin

Medford has much to offer—after all, it’s the home of Tombstone Pizza and the gorgeous Chequamegon National Forest is nearby. But, from a TDS perspective it’s also quite unique. Medford is part of the Midway Telephone Company exchange, which was among the first 10 Wisconsin companies acquired by TDS. You could say that Medford is part of the foundation TDS was built upon.

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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; with 1.1 million residential and business connections, TDS’ mission is to create a better world through its communications services.


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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