How TDS enables its associates to ‘Be Good Citizens’

Company associates recently volunteered a record number of hours in communities across the country.

How TDS’ solution helped a Ruidoso, NM business adapt amidst a natural disaster

Service reliability and performance are crucial every day, but especially during a crisis. Here’s how TDS helped a small business stay connected during a natural disaster.

TDS Whole Home Wi-Fi: A better way to stay connected

It’s time to say goodbye to Wi-Fi dead zones and hello to seamless connectivity.

TDS ranks near the top in gaming ISP

TDS’ use of fiber optic technology makes company ideal choice for video gamers.

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? With the return of buzzy shows like Severance and The White Lotus, as well as a wide variety of sports and other entertainment on tap, now is the perfect time […]

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Free month-long Great American Family channel preview starts November 1

TDS and the Great American Family Channel (GAF) are teaming up to offer a free preview during the entire month of November. The timing is perfect because all month long you can soak in the channel’s Christmas movie goodness on channel 129. Get the scoop!

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15 Fun costume ideas to get you in the spirit of Halloween

With new trends popping up every day, it can be hard to think of a costume that’s original but won’t break the bank. Let’s explore a few costume categories that might help you brainstorm something that’ll make you look and feel your best.

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Streaming Tunes Tuesday: Rocky Horror Picture Show

If you know it, you can belt out every single tune on the soundtrack and you’ll do it with vigor. If you’ve never watched the movie, the music may sort of come out of left field, but it’s worth a listen as it set the stage for glam rock for the years to come.

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Hallmark Countdown to Christmas bingo 2022

‘Tis the season for Hallmark’s Countdown to Christmas! Yup, it’s true (even if you’re reading this blog before Halloween or Thanksgiving). The Hallmark Channel is starting holiday movies on October 21 with new offerings every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday before […]

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Streaming Tunes Tuesday: Rob Zombie

What exactly is Halloween music? We don’t know exactly, but Rob Zombie’s work has a darker, spookier feel that is fitting for the season. It’s metal done in a totall different way that’s both shocking and refreshing (if that’s your thing).

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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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