Amy Ahlers, Author at Alliance Communications

10-Digit Dialing for Local Calls in Minnesota Starts July 30, 2024

Posted on July 12, 2024July 12, 2024 by Amy Ahlers

To make sure new telephone numbers are available, the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission approved the addition of the new (924) area code to the geographic region of the 507 area code. This process is known as an area code overlay. What is an area code overlay? An overlay is the addition of another area code […]

SoDak Circuit esports event coming to Sioux Falls

Posted on June 27, 2024August 16, 2024 by Amy Ahlers

The SoDak Circuit, a new esports event, is coming to the Sioux Falls Convention Center on Saturday, Sept. 21. Alliance Communications is partnering with SDN Communications and 16 other independent broadband companies to launch the SoDak Circuit. This free esports event is designed to bring together gamers of all levels and ages. Participants will have […]

Duplicate channels to be removed on Tuesday, June 11, 2024

Posted on June 5, 2024 by Amy Ahlers

On Tuesday, June 11, we’ll be removing the duplicate standard definition channels from the lineups of TVs connected to an Alliance DVR or set-top box. If a channel only appears in standard definition, that channel will NOT be removed because it is not a duplicate. For many years, we offered channels in both standard definition [...] Read more »

Construction of rural Beresford’s fiber internet network has started

Posted on April 18, 2024April 18, 2024 by Amy Ahlers

Alliance CEO Ross Petrick and COO Andy Hulscher review construction maps for rural Beresford's new fiber network during a meeting with contractors in March. Construction crews are arriving in the rural Beresford area to start building a new fiber-optic internet network. About 500 locations outside of Beresford city limits now have the option of receiving [...] Read more »

Alliance Communications to host educational sessions on streaming options

Posted on February 8, 2024March 19, 2024 by Amy Ahlers

Are you thinking about cancelling your traditional cable TV service and switching to streaming? We know the thought may feel overwhelming. Join us as we talk about the steps to switch to streaming, some of the popular streaming services offered, and how Alliance can help! We have 3 sessions left. We will be in Brandon […]

How to Watch TV Without Cable

Posted on January 12, 2024January 8, 2024 by Amy Ahlers

Alliance is happy to help you learn how to watch TV without cable. We'll help you navigate through the many streaming options currently available in the marketplace. We want you to enjoy a great streaming experience, no matter which streaming device and services you choose. We’ve included an overview on streaming here so you can [...] Read more »

Local Broadcasters Demand More and Offer Less to TV Customers

Posted on November 22, 2023December 1, 2023 by Amy Ahlers

The local ABC, CBS, FOX, and NBC broadcasters are demanding more and offering less to TV customers as Alliance Communications engages in contract renewal discussions. The outcome of these negotiations will impact your TV bill and your channel lineup. “I don’t know where these negotiations will end up,” said General Manager/CEO Ross Petrick. “We’re almost [...] Read more »

It’s time to swap out your router

Posted on September 11, 2023September 26, 2023 by Amy Ahlers

A more powerful router is waiting for you If you use the 844 GigaCenter Wi-Fi router from Alliance, which is shown in the picture below, it's nearing its end-of-life. We want to get you a new, more powerful router. For no cost, we'll come to your home and install a GigaSpire Blast Wi-Fi 6 router. [...] Read more »

Alliance’s new internet speeds

Posted on July 21, 2023July 28, 2023 by Amy Ahlers

Alliance’s new internet speeds rank high above nationwide trends. “The national average internet speed in 2023 is 135 Mbps download and 25 Mbps upload,” said General Manager/CEO Ross Petrick. “Starting Aug. 1, even Alliance’s slowest internet speed is more than double the national average, and the slowest upload speed is 12 times faster.” Alliance's New [...] Read more »

Try Ultimate Whole Home Wi-Fi for FREE

Posted on February 21, 2023March 28, 2025 by Amy Ahlers

Try Ultimate Whole Home Wi-Fi risk free for two months. If after the two-months you want to keep the Ultimate Whole Home Wi-Fi, the $9.95 price will begin the following month. If you decide the plan is not what you are looking for you can simply return the router during the trial period to avoid [...] Read more »