A MONTHLY PUBLICATION FOR THE MEMBERS OF TCT.

PO Box 299Council Grove, KS 66846

PO Box 2991568 S 1000 Rd

Council Grove, KS 66846

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TCT Recognized as Industry Leader in Gigabit Broadband

TCT has been recognized by NTCA–The Rural Broadband Associa on, the premier associa on represen ng nearly 900 independent, community-based telecommunica ons companies that are leading innova on in rural and small-town America, as a Cer fi ed Gig-Capable Provider for delivering gigabit broadband speeds and enabling technological innova on in TCT’s exchange areas. TCT is now able to off er gibabit service in the Council Grove, Dunlap, Dwight, and Delavan exchanges and updates are in progress to be able to off er it in more exchange areas in the near future. To fi nd out more about our gigabit broadband speeds, please call TCT at 800.362.2576.

TCT is one of only a few companies that have been recognized as both a Cer fi ed Gig-Capable and a Smart Rural Community Provider. TCT joins a na onal campaign to build awareness and industry recogni on of community-based telecom providers that have built communica ons networks capable of delivering Internet speeds of up to 1 gigabit per second, which is 100 mes faster than those currently available in many U.S. households.

“I applaud TCT for its commitment to delivering the Internet’s fastest speeds—an accomplishment worthy of much praise considering the unique and challenging circumstances small, community-based telecommunica ons providers operate under every day in serving some of our country’s most rural and remote communi es,” said NTCA Chief Execu ve Offi cer Shirley Bloomfi eld. “By building a gigabit-capable network, TCT has not only overcome these (949-2889) challenges, but also sha ered conven onal benchmarks for broadband speed to enable cu ng-edge technologies that drive innova on and promote economic development in their communi es, region and na onwide.”

TCT Solu ons Center923 W Main

Council Grove, KS 66846620.767.5153800.362.2576

Customer Service Hours: Monday–Friday 8am to 5pm

Retail Hours: Monday–Friday 9:30am to 6:30pm

TCT Solu ons Center120 NE 14th

Abilene, KS 67410 785.479.5561800.362.2576

Store Hours: Monday–Friday 9:30am to 6:30pm

TCT Solu ons Center323 N Ash

Hillsboro, KS 67063 877.692.3875

Store Hours: Monday–Friday 9:30am to 6:30pm

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Special of Special of the Month...the Month...

Starz and/or Lifestyle & Sports Pass

If you’ve been thinking about adding STARZ and Encore, now’s the me to order (and even if you haven’t, you should!). TCT TV Nu-Vision customers can save half off of STARZ and Encore for six months—regularly $14.95 per month.

To sweeten the deal even more... TCT TV customers may add the Lifestyle & Sports Pass for 1/2 price for 6-months — regularly $12.95 per month.

Seriously. It’s pre y much the best deal ever.

Come in or give us a call!800.362.2576

*Certain restrictions apply. Contact us for more details. Off er available 9.1.17–10.31.17.

TCT Seeks Applications for Board of Director Positions

As of Oct. 16, 2017, TCT will accept applica ons for the TCT Board of Directors. Applica on packets will be available at either of TCT Solu ons Centers in Abilene and Council Grove, and on TCT’s website. This year TCT is seeking candidates to represent the following districts:

District 1 – exchanges 466/349/482District 2 – exchanges 983/497/787District 3 – exchanges 366/965/924Qualifi ed applicants should possess business skills, finance and budge ng skills,

the ability to work as a team member, the ability to listen and though ully consider ideas and sugges ons and be able to commit me to board mee ngs, planning sessions and special events. Candidates should also have an understanding of the needs of their community. Candidates must be an ac ve member of the Coopera ve in good standing. The deadline to apply is Jan. 12, 2018.

Chosen applicants will be required to provide a short biography, a recent photo, and they will be asked to record a video interview with TCT’s Produc on Team. The video interview will be posted to TCT’s website and social media sites, as well as air on TCT TV.

In mid-February ballots will be mailed to the membership with informa on about the candidates from their vo ng district. Members will be instructed to return the ballot promptly. All ballots will be sent to an independent third party to be counted. Results of the elec on will be announced at the 2018 Annual Mee ng the evening of March 27, 2018.

For more informa on, or to apply online, please go to www.tctelco.net and click on the board and ballo ng informa on icon.

Into the Son is a Christian band of two families. The families play a variety of musical styles, from bluegrass folk to contemporary Christian. Since starting to sing, play and write music together in 2013, Into the Son has played for mulitple gigs in the Flint Hills area, including Praise Fests in Emporia, patio parties at Grove Gardens in Council Grove, and many other events.

The band members play a wide variety of instruments and always look for opportunities to expand their collection. Adara Wirsig plays guitar; Megan Allen plays baritone ukulele and the penny whistle; Bill Wirsig plays banjo, dobro, guitar, and upright bass; Nellye Wirsig plays violin, tenor ukulele, banjolele, and cello; Maddy Allen plays guitar, harmonica, violin, cello, and bass; Will Wirsig plays mandolin; and Kyla Allen plays mandolin.

In playing music together, their ultimate goal is to bring glory to the Lord and to give encouragement to others through the talents God (767-6305) has given them. As it says in Psalm 96:1-2, “O sing unto the Lord a new song: sing unto the Lord, all the earth. Sing unto the Lord, bless his name; show forth his salvation from day to day.”

Wilsey Christian Church is located on North 3rd Street, Wilsey, KS. Free will offering. Contact Clarence Sumner, Pastor, 785.466.1583, for more information.

Wilsey Chris an ChurchOctober 15, 2017 — 5pm

INTO THE SON ICE CREAM SOCIAL FOLLOWING

THE CONCERT

TCT’s Shop Local Program has gone social. Nominate

businesses served by TCT for their dedication to excellent customer service on the Shop Local by TCT Facebook page

(@TCTshoplocal).

NEW!!!Th e TCT Production Team has been out and about fi lming area football games to replay on TCT

TV Sports Channel 50! Th e fi lmed games will be replayed

the following Friday at 4:30pm.

REPLAY SCHEDULE:• Oct. 6 – Rural Vista vs Valley Falls• Oct. 13 – CG Braves vs Central

Heights• Oct. 20 – CG Braves vs St Marys• Oct. 27 – Rural Vista vs

Burlingame

The Hospital Auxiliary is having a linen sale at the Morris County Hospital to raise money for the Emergency Room Expansion Project. Stop by the Front Lobby on Monday, Oct. 9 from 9am – 4pm. New Ultra Plush Blankets, Sherpa Throws, Blankets, Quilt Sets, Comforters, Bamboo Memory Foam Pillows, and Sheet sets will be available for purchase. Cash, credit/debit cards, and checks accepted.

The Rolling Prairie Senior Center in White City is sponsoring a bus trip to the Prairie Band Casino on Oct. 19. The bus will leave the center at 7am and will make a stop in Alta Vista. Cost is $20 and you get $15 back plus lunch. Call Stella Roediger at 785-349-2901 or the Senior Center at 785-349-2813. Reserva ons need to be made by Oct. 12.

The Council Grove Community Blood Drive will be on Monday, Oct. 16, at the Council Grove Chris an Church Fellowship Hall, 106 E Main St, from 11am – 5pm. As there is no subs tute for blood, we rely on volunteer donors like you to supply the life-saving blood and blood components to hospitals. Donors may go online to make an appointment at savealifenow.org or call Lynda Poston 620-767-5994. Save a Life. Right Here. Right Now.

The Woodbine Fall Fes val will be Oct. 21, from 3-8pm in downtown Woodbine. There will be a variety of fall family games, a cakewalk, hayrides, pony rides, a pumpkin dessert contest, folk music, and pulled pork and a variety of other dishes for supper. The cost is free, but we are asking a free will dona on for supper that will be applied to a community project. Check the Woodbine Kansas Fall Fes val Facebook for updates on the event. Sponsored by the Woodbine Lions Club, City of Woodbine, and various other businesses.

Come and enjoy a Schnitzel Dinner at the Navarre Community Center on Oct. 28. Serving starts at 5:30pm and will con nue un l 7pm. Reserva ons are requested, please call: Tammy Riff el, 785-263-5932; Joyce Rock, 785-366-0320; or Dawn Wilson, 785-366-0111. Cost is $15 per cket/RSVP by 10.18.17. The menu will consist of Schnitzel, Spatzle noodles, mashed potatoes w/gravy, green beans, black forest cake, tea or coff ee. Funds raised will go toward community center projects. Come see theschool house renova on.

For the twel h consecu ve year, ar sts and cra smen from across the Kansas Flint Hills will rendezvous in Historic Council Grove to exhibit and sell their work at this juried fi ne art show and sale. The Carnegie Library is the event venue for the weekend show, which runs Friday through Sunday, November 3-5. A por on of the sale proceeds will be earmarked for pain ng workshops and other opportuni es to promote the art and ar sts of the Flint Hills.

Join the White City United Methodist Church on Wednesday, Nov. 8, at the Simmons Fellowship Hall, for their Annual Turkey Supper. Serving will begin at 5pm. Adults–$9, children 3-10yrs–$4, under 3–free. Take outs available. The menu will include: turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes & gravy, sweet potatoes, vegetable, salad, rolls, homemade pie, coff ee, tea or water.

We are pleased to serve our local communities and would like to include your Community Events in our newsletter.

Submission for this section is the 10th of the previous month.Please mail items to: TCT, PO Box 299, Council Grove, KS 66846

620.767.5153 800.362.2576 tctelco@tctelco.net

NEW LISTINGSBlythe Andrew .................................. 620-767-5089

Bowman Jeremy & Amber.................. 620-767-5408

Calvary Chapel Wilsey ........................ 785-497-2996

City of Herington Airport .................... 785-258-3822

Engler V .............................................. 785-983-4021

Gappa Bethany .................................. 620-767-6135

German Zachary ................................. 620-767-5166

Griffi th Terry & Jill .............................. 620-767-5156

Gugler Kaylen ..................................... 785-257-3041

Halley John & Donna .......................... 785-349-2047

Kearin Marlo ...................................... 620-767-7019

Lundeen Chad .................................... 785-349-2097

Mantz Adam & Alison ......................... 620-767-5420

Messer John & Marcia ........................ 620-767-7035

Midway Farm & Forage ...................... 785-349-2094

Montgomery Haley ............................ 620-767-5157

Morgan Nick & Alicia .......................... 785-349-2184

Schneider Tonya ................................. 620-767-8004

Silva Walden & Louise ........................ 620-767-7072

Sowers Jeff ......................................... 620-767-7117

Srna Walker ........................................ 785-949-2014

Stroda Kyle ......................................... 785-479-2072

Thibodeaux Jeremy & Laci .................. 785-482-3035

WINNERS CIRCLECongratula ons to our September winner(s):

Calvin DavisHarlan Janke

Be sure to look through the newsle er for two phone numbers in parenthesis. If it’s your number call our offi ce to claim your prize!

Treasure Corner...Treasure Corner...FOR SALE:FOR SALE:

Like new Powermate 2500 wa portable Like new Powermate 2500 wa portable generator with 5 horse motor, $175. generator with 5 horse motor, $175. Call 785-949-2889.Call 785-949-2889.

1944 Case DC tractor; 2 row pull type 1944 Case DC tractor; 2 row pull type curler; Old IH corn sheller; old John curler; Old IH corn sheller; old John Deere one row cul vator; old John Deere one row cul vator; old John Deere one row planter; old manure Deere one row planter; old manure spreader; old 3 disc plow; several spreader; old 3 disc plow; several old doors and windows; several used old doors and windows; several used res 14-20”; old steel wheel Oliver res 14-20”; old steel wheel Oliver

2-bo om plow. Call 785-983-4421 or 2-bo om plow. Call 785-983-4421 or 785-983-4844.785-983-4844.

Fish aquariums and equipment. Call Fish aquariums and equipment. Call 785-479-2226.785-479-2226.

Purple Queen Velour bedspread in Purple Queen Velour bedspread in perfect condi on, $20; extra nice perfect condi on, $20; extra nice ladies iridescent ¾ blue coat, sz. ladies iridescent ¾ blue coat, sz. Medium, with removable lining and Medium, with removable lining and hood, $25; queen fl annel sheets, $5; hood, $25; queen fl annel sheets, $5; nice selec on of Swedish weaving nice selec on of Swedish weaving decora ve table runners, $5-10. Call decora ve table runners, $5-10. Call 620-767-7966.620-767-7966.

5x7 burgundy 100% wool rug. Call 785-5x7 burgundy 100% wool rug. Call 785-200-1171.200-1171.

18,000 BTU window AC unit, 220 volt, 18,000 BTU window AC unit, 220 volt, good condi on, used very li le. Call good condi on, used very li le. Call 785-983-4421 or 785-983-4844.785-983-4421 or 785-983-4844.

Firewood. Call 785-366-7762.Firewood. Call 785-366-7762.AKC Bri any pups, orange and white, AKC Bri any pups, orange and white,

and liver and white. Call 785-983-4421 and liver and white. Call 785-983-4421 or 785-983-4844.or 785-983-4844.

48” blade for tractor lawn mower; two 48” blade for tractor lawn mower; two new belts for MTD mower; 90’ 10-2 new belts for MTD mower; 90’ 10-2 electric wire. Best off er. Call 620-767-electric wire. Best off er. Call 620-767-5862.5862.

2 wheel trailer, 81”x12’, lights, spare, 2 wheel trailer, 81”x12’, lights, spare, ramps, and new fl oor, $950; 3 pt. ramps, and new fl oor, $950; 3 pt. post hole auger, $300; 9” bit, $80; post hole auger, $300; 9” bit, $80; 12” bit, $100; JD F. cult. With 23NH3 12” bit, $100; JD F. cult. With 23NH3 app. knives, 24 fl at spring teeth (20 app. knives, 24 fl at spring teeth (20 extra) on 2 ½” sq. tubing, $400; 2-JD extra) on 2 ½” sq. tubing, $400; 2-JD

rolling cu ers with sealed bearings, rolling cu ers with sealed bearings, $40; seasoned fi rewood. Call 785-598-$40; seasoned fi rewood. Call 785-598-2353.2353.

2016 John Deere riding lawn mower, 2016 John Deere riding lawn mower, less than 50 hours, Z335, 42” cut, all less than 50 hours, Z335, 42” cut, all turn radius, $2,500 – like new; 50” fl at turn radius, $2,500 – like new; 50” fl at screen TV, used 2 months, 4K Sharp screen TV, used 2 months, 4K Sharp Smart Ultra HD Smart TV, $400. Call Smart Ultra HD Smart TV, $400. Call 785-965-7106.785-965-7106.

WANTED:WANTED:Someone to take down or haul away 2 Someone to take down or haul away 2

small grain bins and one small wood small grain bins and one small wood unit near Hope. The person that takes unit near Hope. The person that takes on this task will keep the n and on this task will keep the n and lumber for doing the work. All must be lumber for doing the work. All must be cleaned and taken from property by a cleaned and taken from property by a date agreed on by owner. Call 785-date agreed on by owner. Call 785-366-7778.366-7778.

The TCT Treasure Corner ads are unique to the members of the coopera ve and its subsidiaries. If you have an item you would like to list in this sec on, please

give us a call or send us an email. All ads will be screened and listed as space is available. Ad deadline is the 10th of the previous month.

Please mail items to: TCT, PO Box 299, Council Grove, KS 66846620.767.5153 800.362.2576 tctelco@tctelco.net

The Equifax Data Breach: What to Doby Seena GressinA orney, Division of Consumer & Business Educa on, FTC

If you have a credit report, there’s a good chance that you’re one of the 143 million American consumers whose sensi ve personal informa on was exposed in a data breach at Equifax, one of the na on’s three major credit repor ng agencies.Here are the facts, according to Equifax. The breach lasted from mid-May through July. The hackers accessed people’s names, Social Security numbers, birth dates, addresses and, in some instances, driver’s license numbers. They also stole credit card numbers for about 209,000 people and dispute documents with personal iden fying informa on for about 182,000 people. And they grabbed personal informa on of people in the UK and Canada too.There are steps to take to help protect your informa on from being misused. Visit Equifax’s website, www.equifaxsecurity2017.com.

Find out if your informa on was exposed. Click on the “Poten al Impact” tab and enter your last name and the last six digits of your Social Security number. Your Social Security number is sensi ve informa on, so make sure you’re on a secure computer and an encrypted network connec on any me you enter it. The site will tell you if you’ve been aff ected

by this breach. Whether or not your informa on was exposed, U.S.

consumers can get a year of free credit monitoring and other services. The site will give you a date when you can come

back to enroll. Write down the date and come back to the site and click “Enroll” on that date. You have un l November 21, 2017 to enroll.

You also can access frequently asked ques ons at the site.Here are some other steps to take to help protect yourself a er a data breach:

Check your credit reports from Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion — for free — by visi ng annualcreditreport.com. Accounts or ac vity that you don’t recognize could indicate iden ty the . Visit Iden tyThe .gov to fi nd out what to do.

Consider placing a credit freeze on your fi les. A credit freeze makes it harder for someone to open a new account in your name. Keep in mind that a credit freeze won’t prevent a thief from making charges to your exis ng accounts.

Monitor your exis ng credit card and bank accounts closely for charges you don’t recognize.

If you decide against a credit freeze, consider placing a fraud alert on your fi les. A fraud alert warns creditors that you may be an iden ty the vic m and that they should verify that anyone seeking credit in your name really is you.

File your taxes early — as soon as you have the tax informa on you need, before a scammer can. Tax iden ty the happens when someone uses your Social Security number to get a tax refund or a job. Respond right away to le ers from the IRS.

Visit Iden tythe .gov/databreach to learn more about protec ng yourself a er a data breach.