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  1. UPTIME is on its way; Wi-Fi trailer delivers connectivity to local events
    SDN Communications’ new Wi-Fi Trailer was a popular attraction at community gatherings around South Dakota during its first event season. The trailer is expected to be in even greater demand in 2019.
  2. One South Dakota reservation is wired like none other
    Think tribal territories don’t have technology? Think again. Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Telephone Authority in Eagle Butte stands out, not only locally but nationally.
  3. Local ISPs delivering alternate solutions where out-of-state providers won’t
    As the state of South Dakota looks to connect all citizens, it should embrace all forms of connectivity, but do so realizing wireless technologies are a temporary fix.
  4. ICAN helps businesses across rural S.D. effectively use TV ads
    Preparing an ad and running it through Garretson-based Alliance Communications’ TV service turned out to be less expensive than one small business had expected. Running a TV ad in the Brandon region also proved effective.
  5. 7 Numbers to Know about SD’s Digital Divide and Gov. Noem’s $5 Million Kickstart
    In her recent budget address, Gov. Kristi Noem outlined her plan to start with a $5 million investment to encourage private sector partnerships to deliver internet to every pocket of the state. So where is the digital divide in South Dakota?
  6. Good internet helps rural America build stronger U.S. economy
    Internet-based transactions drive half the U.S. economy, according to a study conducted for the Foundation for Rural Service, and cyber contributions to the gross domestic product are growing.
  7. Fiber footprint expands for Minnesota businesses through partnership between SDN, two networks
    SDN Communications has added two broadband partners to its Minnesota network, which will improve business broadband reach into two counties of that state – Nobles and Watonwan.
  8. Santel Communications is significantly upgrading its network
    Santel Communications of Woonsocket is finishing work on the first phase of a $24 million network upgrade. The project is bringing world-class fiber connectivity to its customers.
  9. Brookings and region benefit from improved cell services
    Students and employees at South Dakota State University are among the places in South Dakota enjoying improved mobile phone coverage this new school year.
  10. Established telecom expanding to Volga, possibly beyond
    Residents and businesses in the growing community of Volga, S.D., are getting a new option for high-speed, high-quality telecommunications services, including internet, telephone, digital TV, and business networking.
  11. Rural S.D. 'ahead of curve' in deploying broadband services
    Until now, telecommunications companies that serve rural South Dakota have had trouble documenting their beliefs that rural residents of the state generally enjoy better broadband services than their peers across the United States.
  12. SDN Member Company General Manager to be Inducted to 2018 South Dakota Hall of Fame
    Rod Bowar has perhaps the most unique career path in South Dakota telecommunications. Rod has taken his entrepreneurial spirit and created numerous business divisions for Kennebec Telephone Company Inc. as the major owner of (KTCI).
  13. Midstate and other rural telcos offer cutting-edge services
    NTCA - The Rural Broadband Association certified Midstate Communications' network, proving it’s a Gig-Capable Provider. And the company is proud to offer such a high-level of service to all of its customers.
  14. Minnesota reaches across state line for partnerships to improve rural connectivity
    Minnesota has taken an aggressive grant approach in funding hard-to-reach rural areas for broadband connectivity, and it hasn’t been afraid to reach across state lines for providers to improve Internet access.
  15. Manager of two co-ops brings unique perspective to SDN Board
    Colle Nash is a business leader with a unique vantage point. As the general manager of West River Cooperative Telephone Company and Grand Electric Cooperative, he's also one of the newest members of the SDN Communications’ nine-member Board of Managers.
  16. New network in Minnesota has facilities to help businesses
    The expanded SDN network can tie deals together with a minimum of nonaffiliated facilities in the southern Minnesota market, which reduces possible points of failure in network transmissions.
  17. Planned emergency communications network advancing
    The development of a robust, wireless broadband network for America’s first responders is expected to reach a significant milestone in June. The First Responder Network Authority, or FirstNet, is developing the first high-speed, nationwide, broadband network dedicated to public safety.
  18. Internships help keep graduates in S.D. telecom industry
    Caitlin Uthe credits her internship at SDN Communications for helping prepare her for a full-time job in the telecommunications industry.
  19. Growing service helps businesses in rural S.D. advertise on TV
    Craig Teveldal didn’t think he could afford to promote his business with TV advertising. Then he became familiar with ICAN Advertising and realized his assumption was wrong.
  20. Thune, Klobuchar want all calls to connect (Update)
    Persistent telephone call completion problems in rural states are creating major inconveniences for families, hurting businesses, and threatening public safety, but a bill introduced by Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-Minnesota) and cosponsored by Sen. John Thune (R-South Dakota) could fix the problem.