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No matter the size of our businesses, if we interact with clients and customers regularly over the phone, or use  VOIP (voice over internet protocol), we are going to want a secure and reliable business phone and internet system.  Here are some key points to consider when choosing the right business phone and internet provider. […]

In today’s digital age, a fast and reliable home internet connection has become essential for daily life. Whether it’s for work, education, entertainment, or communication, the internet has become an integral part of our daily routine. Therefore, choosing the right home internet is critical for our home’s productivity, education, entertainment, and communication needs. Productivity and […]

Fiber optic internet is growing bigger and better over time.  More and more customers are discovering why residential fiber internet is an ideal connection choice for remote working, for gaming, and for other internet connection needs that demand faster speeds.  Fiber internet connections are broadband connections, and they can deliver speeds of nearly 1000 Mbps.  […]

Small businesses have the same internet needs as larger businesses, really.  They need decent upload and download speed, reliability, and security.  Many small businesses are located in the business owner’s residence and will be using the internet not just for business, but also for web browsing, gaming, streaming, and other activities. The best business internet […]

Even though the Afton retail store will be closing at the end of the year, we will still be around to connect in a number of ways. To connect live: Prefer to go digital? Just want to make a payment? *On the fence about going digital? By making the switch now, you may win our giveaway!

Two lucky winners will each receive a pair of tickets to the February 23, 2023, Old Dominion No Bad Vibes Tour concert in the Hero Arena at the Mountain America Center in Idaho Falls, Idaho with a one-night hotel stay!* To enter this giveaway, complete three simple actions in your SmartHub portal. 1. Choose Paperless […]

For Immediate Release October 27, 2022 Thayne, Wyoming – Columbine Telephone Company DBA Silver Star Communications announced today that the company has been awarded USDA Rural Utilities Service (RUS) grants to extend fiber optic cable to underserved areas in their service territory across Eastern Idaho.  The grant awards total $2.1 million, covering areas in Madison […]

Media Release: Silver Star awarded USDA Rural Development Grant to extend fiber optic broadband service  For Immediate Release October 6th, 2022 Thayne, Wyoming – Silver Star announced today that the company has been awarded a USDA Rural Development (RUS-RD) grant to extend fiber optic cable to three underserved areas in their service territory in Western […]

Teton Valley Food Pantry Top Requested Items: Fresh fruits/vegetables Canned chicken or tuna Butter Cheese Chili Ramen noodles Beef stew Chicken broth Spaghetti Macaroni & Cheese Some rules: No items can be opened and all meat must be USDA-certified Canned items can be distributed past their best buy date – fresh food, meat, and dairy will […]