Great Plains Communications Residential Blog
Find ideas to maximize your Great Plains Communications services, tech tips, and learn about upcoming shows and other exciting trends and news in our bi-weekly blog!
Monthly Subscription Gift Ideas for Mom
Still looking for the right Mother’s Day gift? Try something new like a subscription box! There are subscription boxes for almost any hobby or interest out there, from monthly pickles to a new plant each month. Great Plains Communications has found some of our...
Earth Day 2021: How We’re Using the Internet to Celebrate Our World
The theme of Earth Day 2021 is Restore Our Earth. Growing from the virtual events that were held online for last year’s 50th Earth Day, people around the world are once again using the Internet to celebrate Earth Day and discover ways to work for environmental change....
Tips on Spring Cleaning Your Electronics
As you open the windows and start dusting out the cobwebs of winter, Great Plains Communications wants to remind you that your electronics could probably use some cleaning as well. Has your documents folder become the junk drawer of your computer? Or worse yet, is it...
St. Patrick’s Day Recipes – That Are Not Corned Beef and Cabbage
Looking for something other than corned beef and cabbage to make for St. Patrick’s Day? Try something different this year like patty melts or shepherd’s pie. We have found some of our favorite recipes from our cable channel, Food Network. Ina’s 5-Star Irish...
Safer Internet Day 2021
As we’ve seen this past year, the internet and digital technologies offer a world of possibilities at our fingertips. However, these virtual opportunities also pose some risk. Children and young people face online risks their parents never had to contend with. We...
Don’t Miss the Scholarship Application Deadline!
Graduation may seem like a distant thought, but it is never too early to start preparing for the big step into higher education. This step will bring new experiences, exciting information, and expenses. No matter if it is a big...
Virtual New Year’s Eve Party Ideas
You may be swapping heels for slippers and cologne for the smell of frozen appetizers baking in the oven this New Year’s Eve, but that doesn’t mean the celebration has to stop at six feet. No matter if you are a family of four or by yourself, Great Plains...
How to Have a Happy Virtual Holiday
Holiday gatherings are quite different this year. Perhaps they are smaller, but they aren't non-existent as some join in via their smartphone, tablet, or laptop. So get your family and friends involved and stay connected as you start some new holiday traditions....
Scalable Side Dishes For a Smaller Thanksgiving Menu
As most plan to have a smaller Thanksgiving crowd this year, it can be a struggle to decide what to cook. While we still want to enjoy the classic Thanksgiving flavors, many of the dishes traditionally serve 5-8 people. Great Plains Communications has looked to our...
Where to Find Black Friday Deals all Month Long
In past years, the sight of Thanksgiving leftovers being put away meant the start to curating your Black Friday shopping plan. Which stores would you visit first? Would you be going at midnight or waiting until 8 AM? Well, 2020 has changed the game once again. The...
Supporting Paralyzed Veterans of America, Great Plains Chapter
Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA), Great Plains Chapter is a non-profit organization that has dedicated over 47 years to helping paralyzed veterans and their families, as well as other children and adults with disabilities across Nebraska, Western Iowa, and Kansas....
Keep Your Information Safe This Prime Day!
As many things have been this year, Amazon Prime Day was delayed from its typical summer date and is starting off the holiday season shopping October 13-14. With deals on Roku streaming devices, security cameras and more, consumers will be flooding not only the Amazon...