Starting at 6 a.m. this Friday, you’ll be able to check out those HBO or Cinemax shows and movies you’ve been waiting to see for FREE. This HBO preview features an array of new programming, which includes the premiere of The Plot Against America, and the return of Westworld. This weekend, you can watch: Bohemian Rhapsody, War Dogs, Aquaman, Jetsons: The… Continue Reading
BendBroadband (TDS) Announces Free Broadband Access for New K-12, College Student Households and More For 60 Days
Internet access will be provided to new customers in qualifying programs BendBroadband, a subsidiary of TDS Telecommunications LLC (TDS®), announces plans for supporting residential customers during the COVID-19 pandemic. BendBroadband will be offering broadband access to low-income individuals and/or families with children and college students for 60 days. This offer is for new customers in… Continue Reading
Five online resources to stay active at home
National policies regarding the COVID-19 virus continue to change. Recently, the Safer at Home Order has closed nonessential business and restricted residents in enforcing areas to stay indoors with exceptions for activities like exercise, grocery shopping, and dog walking. With the closure of gyms and apartment fitness centers, many are seeking out alternatives. Here are five… Continue Reading
Next Coronavirus scam: economic impact checks
There’s a lot to worry about when it comes to the Coronavirus crisis, including the new ways scammers are using the economic impact payments (so-called “stimulus checks”) to trick people. To keep ahead of scammers who are trying to cash in on those payments, read on. Scammers have no shame, and nothing – not even… Continue Reading
The best internet for how we live
Sometimes distance isn’t the only barrier between you and your loved ones. That’s why BendBroadband is working tirelessly to keep you connected with the fastest, most reliable internet. This is especially important in light of COVID-19 and the adjustments everyone has had to make to their daily lives. Whether you’re working from home, your kids… Continue Reading
FTC seeing an uptick in coronavirus scams
Unfortunately, the Federal Trade Commission is seeing an uptick in scams involving the coronavirus. Everything from coronavirus “treatments,” to fake charities to those calling or emailing the public asking for their personal information before they can receive any government-issued checks. So far, all of the companies have made big changes to their advertising to remove… Continue Reading
TDS donates $10,000 to The Giving Plate
TDS Telecommunications (BendBroadband) has donated $10,000 to The Giving Plate in Bend. “The call to help has never been greater and TDS wants to do what we can to feed America now by giving back to the communities we serve,” said TDS President and CEO Jim Butman. “Food banks across the country are seeing huge… Continue Reading
FTC: Watch out for tax identity theft
‘Tis the season when the tidings come in envelopes stamped “Important Tax Return Document Enclosed.” Yes, it’s tax filing season, and the season’s Grinches are the tax identity thieves and government imposters who are hoping to steal your money. Tax identity theft happens when someone uses your Social Security number (SSN) to file a phony… Continue Reading
Beware: Coronavirus scams are out there
With the concern surrounding the coronavirus, scammers are been busy finding ways to trick unsuspecting victims into revealing personal or payment information. The best way to avoid a scam is to know the red flags. The scams You get an email from an official agency such as the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, or… Continue Reading
Free previews now available of The Movie Channel, Flix, Outdoor Channel and more
From now until April 19, also enjoy free previews of: The Movie Channel is your one-stop, commercial-free movie destination. From outrageous comedies and heart-stopping dramas to the most explosive action hits, The Movie Channel has ’em all. Flix — Cool Classics: The programming consists of theatrically released feature films from the 1970s to the present… Continue Reading
