TDS seeking nominations of Southern Utah Veterans for Hometown Hero Award

TDS to honor local veteran at Utah Tech University football game

ST. GEORGE, UTAH (July 31, 1, 2025) — TDS Telecommunications LLC (TDS®) is seeking nominations of inspiring veterans for its St. George Hometown Hero Award, with the winner to be recognized at an upcoming Utah Tech University football game, during military appreciation night.

The TDS Hometown Hero program honors residents making a difference in their community, and it especially aims to recognize unsung heroes. This fall, the local high-speed internet, phone, and TV provider is searching for a Hometown Hero who has served in the military or is a first responder, and who is actively involved in the St. George community.

The award includes:

  • A $1,000 donation to a veterans-related nonprofit organization.
  • A VIP fan experience and on-field recognition during military appreciation night at Utah Tech’s Saturday, Sept. 20 football game.
  • A gift basket valued at $200.

Anyone wishing to nominate a local veteran or military member for this honor can visit this link. Nominations will be accepted until Sept. 1.

“TDS is proud to support community members through the Hometown Hero Award, and we are honored to support a local veteran for their service this September in St. George,” said Cindy Powell, TDS associate manager of Field Marketing. 

To learn more about TDS’ products and services available to residents and businesses in Southern Utah, visit hellotds.com.

Media Contact: Garrett Seymour | Senior Brand Journalist | TDS Telecom | 608-664-5529 | garrett.seymour@tdstelecom.com

TDS Telecommunications LLC (TDS Telecom/TDS®) delivers high-speed internet, TV entertainment, and phone services to a mix of small to mid-sized urban, suburban and rural communities throughout the U.S. With 1.1 million connections, TDS’ mission is to create a better world through its communications services. Powered by fiber-optics and new industry-leading technologies, TDS delivers up to 8 Gigabit internet speeds and offers internet-protocol based TV entertainment solutions along with traditional phone services. TDS also offers businesses VoIP advanced communications solutions, dedicated internet service, and data networking services. Visit tdstelecom.com.

TDS Telecom, headquartered in Madison, Wis., employs 3,400 people and is a subsidiary of Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. [NYSE: TDS]. Founded in 1969, Telephone and Data Systems provides wireless, broadband, video and voice services to approximately 5 million connections nationwide through its businesses: Array Digital Infrastructure and TDS Telecom. Visit tdsinc.com.

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