Providing telecommunication services to communities in Western Nebraska since 1947. Consolidated Business Office: P.O. to 5:30 p.m. C.T.)
Consolidated Telephone is a subsidiary of Consolidated Companies, Inc., a family owned, full-service telecommunications company, serving 26 communities and nearly 8,900 square miles in west central Nebraska. Consolidated offers telephone, broadband internet, distance learning, business networking and communication systems, as well as construction services. Box 6147, Lincoln, NE 68506-0147
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July 4th is right around the corner, so let’s shoot off some fireworks trivia: 1) Fireworks were accidentally invented in China over 2,000 years ago when someone tossed green bamboo into a fire. The air pockets in the wood superheated and caused it to burst with a loud bang. 2) Walt Disney World is the largest consumer of fireworks in the entire world, spending around $50 million annually on their displays.
June is National Dairy Month, so let’s all grab a glass of milk and toast the hard work of U.S. dairy farmers. Milk and other dairy products such as butter, cheese, and yogurt can be important parts of a healthy, balanced diet.
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Did you grow up in the ‘70s or wish you did? This video is a disco dance down memory lane, featuring the things that ‘70s kids remember fondly — such as the Easy-Bake Oven, Pet Rock, mood rings, and disco balls. Have a groovy time watching!
50 Things Only Those Who Grew Up in the 1970s Remember Growing up in the 1970s was an experience like no other. From funky fashion trends to unforgettable toys and TV shows, it was a decade filled with unique mom...
In the horse race of today’s internet technology, fiber is your sure bet. Fiber has a proven track record of delivering the fastest speeds with impressive consistency. That’s why you’ll keep winning with fiber internet. Go with the champion. Go with fiber. Go into the future at a galloping pace.
The average U.S. household now has 15-20 internet-connected devices — including computers, tablets, phones, TVs, security systems, thermostats, appliances, speakers, and more. How many are in your household? And is your current internet plan fast enough to keep up with all of this simultaneous use? If you’re experiencing slowdowns or buffering, contact us about an internet speed upgrade.
The Friday before Memorial Day is designated as National Road Trip Day and serves as the official kickoff of the summer road trip season. The best road trips are adventures that bring us closer to friends and family — and may involve beef jerky, chips, and car karaoke. Get ready to make miles of memories!
NASA's Your Name in Landsat tool spells your name using satellite imagery of Earth's natural features, including rivers, deserts, ice, and coastlines that form letters. Simply type in your name at https://science.nasa.gov/specials/your-name-in-landsat/ and press Enter to see your name in geographic formations. Hover over each letter to learn where the image was taken, and click the download icon to share. Very cool!
If the Street View image of your home is outdated, you may wonder how often new images are taken by Google Maps. On average, Google Maps updates this imagery every 1 to 3 years. Busy urban areas may be updated more frequently, while remote rural areas can sometimes take up to 5 years. There is no public, address-by-address schedule for when a specific house will be rephotographed.
Graduations are cause for celebration, whether a student is graduating from high school, college, or another type of educational program. We recognize the hard work required to reach these important milestones, and we wish all the graduates in our community good luck as they begin the next chapter of their lives.
Not only does fiber installation enhance your internet experience, it also directly impacts market value. According to a study by the Fiber Broadband Association, fiber increases a home’s value by 4.9%. As remote work and smart home technology become standard, homes without adequate internet connectivity may face the same resale headwind that outdated electrical systems do today.