TDS wins Best of State Award for telecommunications excellence in Utah

Honor recognizes innovation, service quality, and community impact

ST. GEORGE, Utah (April 22, 2026) — TDS Telecommunications LLC (TDS®) has been named a Best of State medal winner, earning top honors in the Telecommunications category. These awards honor individuals, organizations, and businesses making a positive difference in Utah communities.

TDS was recognized for its commitment to delivering reliable, high-speed internet, TV, phone, and mobile services across Southern Utah—including in Cedar City, Dammeron Valley, Diamond Valley, Hurricane, Ivins, LaVerkin, Leeds, Santa Clara, St. George, Toquerville, Washington, Washington County, and Winchester Hills. Since 2013, the company has invested more than $150 million in its Southern Utah network, continually enhancing infrastructure to deliver faster speeds and greater reliability. TDS also serves nearby Mesquite, Nevada.

“This recognition reflects our team’s dedication to serving Utah communities with advanced technology and exceptional customer care,” said Drew Petersen, TDS’ senior vice president of Corporate Affairs. “We are proud to be honored alongside other organizations that are making a meaningful difference in the state.”

Considered Utah’s premier recognition program, Best of State celebrates organizations that rise above their peers. Winners are selected by a panel of more than 100 judges and evaluated on criteria including achievement within their field, innovation and creativity, and contributions that improve the quality of life across the state.

For information about TDS and its high-speed internet, TV, phone, and mobile services, visit HelloTDS.com or call 1-844-322-8834.

Media Contact: Garrett Seymour | 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 3,500 people and is a subsidiary of Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. [NYSE: TDS]. Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. (TDS) provides broadband, video and voice through its TDS Telecom business. Its Array business leases and offers tower space to third-party carriers. Founded in 1969, TDS is headquartered in Chicago. Visit tdsinc.com.

 

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