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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Cheap Tunes Tuesday: Owl City

The lead single “Fireflies” was chosen as the single of the week by streaming service iTunes. That led to nearly a million downloads in less than seven days and subsequently Own City having the No. 2 selling album on the service. One song is still played at football games, driving a moment of unity and fun.

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Cheap Tunes Tuesday: Backstreet Boys

For an album that was dismissed by most critics as lacking substance or staying power, the Backstreet Boys are getting the last laugh. Millennium is one of the best selling albums in history and you’ll still hear their songs sung, en masse, at sports events. Give it a shot today—you may even enjoy it more than you did back in ’99.

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7 twists on classic family games + GIVEAWAY

Playing the same games over and over again can be a bore. Fortunately, with small twists, you can bring new life to the classics. Here are seven easy ways to revamp family game night.

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Make your home (and/or home office) energy efficient

Post-pandemic some of the energy that used to be consumed in an office setting has been shifted home—including to yours if you or someone in your house now works or attends school from home. Get six tips for saving energy so your bill doesn’t take a hit.

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Cheap Tunes Tuesday: Pulp

You don’t usually put British pop and William Shatner in the same sentence, but Pulp is not your average band. Get the scoop on this unique group that hit the music scene in the ’90s, whose Different People album is considered one of the best of all time.

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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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