Stories

Family-Friendly Podcasts for Screen-Time Breaks

March 30, 2022

We know that managing your kids’ screen time is one of the more stressful aspects of parenting today. But you also know that we live in a veritable “golden age” of online content that both entertains and informs. So how can you expose your children the internet’s best online content without them having to spend too much time in front of a screen or television? We have a suggestion: podcasts. A podcast is like a radio show, often focused on...

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Daydreaming of Summer? These Apps Will Help You Plan Your Next Vacation

March 25, 2022

We know the long winter months can seem to drag on and on. And with that seemingly endless period of dark days and cold temperatures, visions of beaches and sunshine, or mountain cabins and forest trails, or perhaps exploring cities and hamlets can pop into your head. Who can blame you for daydreaming of a summer holiday? The good news is it’s never too early to start researching and planning your vacation either. Dozens of websites and apps make researching...

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Aureon Charity Grants Awarded

March 18, 2022

Alpine Communications is pleased to announce Q4 2021 Aureon Charity Grant recipients. Congratulations to the MarMac Police Department, City of Guttenberg, McGregor Hook & Ladder and Clayton County Conservation. Learn more about the grant program at https://alpinecom.net/library/aureon-charity-grant/ or call Alpine Communications at 563-245-4000.

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Aureon Awards Grants to Guttenberg Groups

January 14, 2022

Congratulations to the City of Guttenberg and the Guttenberg Chamber of Commerce for receivingAureon Charity Grants from Q3 2021. Learn more about the grant program at https://alpinecom.net/library/aureon-charity-grant/ or call Alpine Communications at 563-245-4000.

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Meet the Crew – Kari Doeppke

January 12, 2022

Join us in giving Kari Doeppke, Alpine’s new Accountant, a Northeast Iowa welcome home. Kari is originally from Elkader and has returned to rural Guttenberg after 13 years with her husband, Will. Together, they have three sons: Kale is a sophomore at Central; Hunter is a Marine stationed in Cherry Point, NC; and Austin is a Welder and lives in Valdosta, GA, with his wife, Jenna. Kari and Will also have two dogs, Toby and Bella.  Kari is a seasoned...

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Apply for the FRS Scholarship Today

December 9, 2021

The Foundation for Rural Service (FRS) is excited to announce that applications for the 2022 FRS Scholarships and the James L. Bass Legal Scholarship are now open! In 2022, FRS will award $100,000 in scholarships to students. Eligibility requirements and the application can be downloaded from FRS at www.frs.org. Completed applications must be returned to our office by February 11, 2022, so that we may complete the sponsor certification and forward the applications to FRS.

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Online Shopping Tips for the Holidays

December 9, 2021

Ready to check out? As the holiday shopping season is in full swing, make sure you aren’t adding any cybersecurity threats to your shopping cart.  Every year, thousands of people become victims of holiday scams. Scammers can rob you of hard-earned money, personal information, and, at the very least, a festive mood. Tips to Avoid Holiday Scams There are a number of ways you can protect yourself—and your wallet. Learn how you can navigate the holiday shopping season securely. Be...

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Small Business Owners Share Broadband Success Stories with Iowa Public Televisions

November 20, 2021

In 2021, Alpine Communications made great strides in expanding the 100% fiber-optic Fusion Network to hundreds of customers in rural Northeast Iowa. Building the additional miles of fiber-optics was partly due to grant funding from the Office of the Chief Information Officer who administers the Empower Rural Iowa Broadband Grant Program.  In November, Iowa Public Television filmed Alpine customers who benefited from the fiber-optic broadband build-out this summer. Their stories were featured in a recent episode of “Iowa Press” below. ...

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Secure Your Smart Home and Business

October 25, 2021

One element of Cybersecurity Awareneess Month is making security a priority. For businesses, this means building security into products and processes. Make cybersecurity training a part of employee onboarding and equip staff with the tools they need to keep the organization safe. For individuals, keep cybersecurity at the forefront of your mind as you connect daily. Before purchasing a device or online product, do your research. When you set up a new device or app, consider your security and privacy...

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