United Wireless

10/21/2026

Being locally focused also means making sure the needs of rural Southwest Kansas are represented in Washington, D.C.

During regular visits to our nation’s capital, United leadership joins other rural telecommunications providers to meet with members of Kansas’s congressional delegation and their staffs — including Senators Jerry Moran and Roger Marshall and Congressman Tracey Mann. These meetings give us an opportunity to share the realities of serving rural communities and discuss legislative and regulatory issues, including the future of the Universal Service Fund (USF), that materially impact our ability to sustainably serve high-cost rural areas.

These conversations allow United to bring the perspective of our member-owners, customers, and communities directly to policymakers and help ensure rural needs are part of decisions that can affect the availability, reliability, affordability, and long-term sustainability of essential communications services.

Local Roots. Lasting Impact.

10/19/2026

During Co-Op Month, we’re excited to share a new opportunity for students who are United Telephone Association, Inc. cooperative members or who reside in a member household. United is participating in the Foundation for Rural Service (FRS) Scholarship Program, helping students from rural communities pursue postsecondary education.

The program is open to graduating high school seniors and non-traditional students, with scholarship awards ranging from $1,000 to $9,000 based on several criteria. One application qualifies students for all available FRS scholarships.

The FRS General Scholarship is currently $2,500, including a $500 contribution from United when an eligible United-sponsored student is selected.

Applications are open now through February 15, 2027.

Learn more about eligibility, scholarship opportunities, and how to apply at getunited.com/scholarships.

Local Roots. Lasting Impact.

10/16/2026

United is offering amazing deals on iPhone Duo. Experience the first foldable iPhone, featuring a large, immersive display on the inside, a beautiful outer display in a pocketable design, and a reimagined yet familiar iOS experience. With pro performance, an advanced camera system with all-new ways to capture, remarkable durability, and impressive all-day battery life, iPhone Duo is unlike any iPhone before it.

Available in a gorgeous finish — night sky. Head over to getunited.com/duo to pre-order yours today.

10/15/2026

United is pleased to announce that we have extended our naming rights partnership for United Wireless Arena with the City of Dodge City through 2029. “For 15 years, our partnership with the City of Dodge City has helped make United Wireless Arena a place where neighbors come together, families make memories, and people across our region enjoy experiences close to home," said Todd Houseman, United General Manager/CEO. "We’re proud to continue this partnership with the City of Dodge City and build on what we’ve accomplished together.” 🔗 Read our joint announcement at the link below.

UNITED EXTENDS UNITED WIRELESS ARENA NAMING RIGHTS PARTNERSHIP Three-year extension reinforces shared commitment to Southwest Kansas and its communities.   DODGE CITY, KS – OCTOBER 14, 2026 —United Wireless has extended its current Naming Rights agreement through December 2029 for the Special E...

10/15/2026

Please note upcoming reconstruction work near United Plaza in Dodge City. During this period, our entrance on 14th Avenue will remain open, providing access to our United Plaza retail store and our awesome friends and neighbors at United Plaza. Thank you for your patience during the city's reconstruction work!

Starting Tuesday, October 20, Building Solutions will begin reconstruction work on a section of Soule Street, beginning at the intersection of 14th Avenue, as shown on the map below. This will be the first of two phases of the project and is expected to take approximately seven weeks to complete. Construction work will include the removal of existing asphalt pavement, treatment of the subgrade, installation of a new underground water line and water services, construction of new concrete sidewalks, and placement of new concrete pavement.

During construction, residents within the project area will temporarily lose access to their driveways. However, off-street parking will be available in the areas highlighted in blue on the map below. The City of Dodge City Sanitation Department will continue to provide curbside trash service on the regularly scheduled collection day, and mail service will not be affected.

When traveling through or near the construction area, please use caution and be alert for construction equipment, loose or shifting soil, freshly placed concrete, fresh tar sealant, and other work-related hazards. Please follow all posted traffic control devices for your safety and the safety of construction crews. If you observe an unsafe condition or another issue that warrants attention, please contact Building Solutions at (620) 225-1199.

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A partir del Martes 20 de Octubre, Building Solutions comenzará los trabajos de reconstrucción en una sección de la calle Soule , comenzando en la intersección con la Avenida 14, como se muestra en el mapa a continuación. Esta será la primera de dos fases del proyecto y se espera que tarde aproximadamente siete semanas en completarse. Los trabajos de construcción incluirán la remoción del pavimento de asfalto existente, el tratamiento de la subrasante, la instalación de una nueva línea subterránea de agua y servicios de agua, la construcción de nuevas banquetas de concreto y la colocación de nuevo pavimento de concreto.

Durante la construcción, los residentes dentro del área del proyecto perderán temporalmente el acceso a sus entradas vehiculares. Sin embargo, habrá estacionamiento fuera de la calle disponible en las áreas resaltadas en azul en el mapa a continuación. El Departamento de Saneamiento de la Ciudad de Dodge City continuará brindando el servicio de recolección de basura en la acera en el día de recolección programado regularmente, y el servicio de correo no se verá afectado.

Al transitar por o cerca del área de construcción, conduzca con precaución y manténgase alerta ante equipo de construcción, tierra suelta o inestable, concreto recién colocado, sellador de alquitrán recién aplicado y otros peligros relacionados con los trabajos. Siga todos los dispositivos de control de tráfico colocados para su seguridad y la seguridad de las cuadrillas de construcción. Si observa una condición insegura u otro problema que requiera atención, comuníquese con Building Solutions al (620) 225-1199.

10/14/2026

Going the distance for rural communities. 👟

During Co-Op Month, we’re proud to recognize the United employees who participated in this year’s Foundation for Rural Service 5K Rural Run/Walk. United sponsored our employee participants in support of FRS and the work it does to strengthen rural communities. Funds raised through the 5K support scholarships, community grants, and the FRS Youth Tour—programs that create opportunities and help sustain a high quality of life in rural America.

Pictured, left to right by row:
Row 1: Rosanna Melendez, Rafael Sanchez-Vazquez, Ray Vieux, Luke Bunker
Row 2: Adriana Garcia, Jonathan Rivas-Solorio, Kim Theis, Mary Beth Helfrich
Row 3: Ashley Ledford, Misty Esquibel, Travis Hinkle
Row 4: Stacy Theis, Cody Theis, Candi Houseman
Not pictured: Teryn Keeling, Jennifer Pachner, Claudia Saldivar, Melissa Torres

Thank you to everyone who participated and helped support programs that make a difference in rural communities!

Local Roots. Lasting Impact.

10/09/2026

A cooperative is only as strong as the people who serve its members and communities — and United is fortunate to have exceptional people whose experience, dedication, and commitment make us stronger every day.

As we celebrate Co-Op Month and United’s 75th anniversary, we’re proud to recognize the incredible employees and Trustee achieving milestone anniversaries with United this year.

30 Years: Cain Garcia, Lori Herkelman
25 Years: Nate Slattery, Travis Hines
15 Years: Todd Houseman, Mike Laskowsky, Riley Schmidt
10 Years: Darren Batman, Adriana Garcia
5 Years: Misty Esquibel, Wyatt Heinz, Mary Beth Helfrich, Bob Napierala, Rafael Sanchez Vazquez, Tanner Ward

Their expertise and commitment help United serve our members and customers, strengthen our communities, and carry our cooperative mission forward.

Swipe through to help us celebrate this year’s honorees!

Local Roots. Lasting Impact.

10/07/2026

One distinction of a cooperative is that member-owners elect Trustees to represent them and help guide the organization.

United’s Board of Trustees brings local perspective, experience, and leadership from across the communities we serve — helping ensure the cooperative continues to make decisions with the long-term interests of our members and Southwest Kansas in mind.

During Co-Op Month, we’re proud to recognize the Trustees who give their time and service to United and our member-owners.

Back row (left to right): Todd Houseman, General Manager/CEO; Kim Unruh (District C); William (Bill) Neier (District D); Darren Batman (District B); Sandi Coast, Secretary-Treasurer (District B)

Front row (left to right): Larry J. Ackerman, Vice President (District A); Rich Fleming (District C); Lea Ann Seiler (District A); Harry Walker, President (District D)

District A: Ford-Kingsdown, Hanston, Spearville
District B: Cimarron, Ingalls, Pierceville
District C: Copeland, Ensign, Montezuma
District D: Ashland, Englewood

Local Roots. Lasting Impact.

10/06/2026

Our very own Elsa Cervantes was last week's Scooting Around with Scooter's Coffee winner. Thank you to Scooter's Coffee and 96.3 The Marshal for recognizing one of our Team United Rockstars - we're so glad to have Elsa on our team!

This weeks Scooting around with Scooter's Coffee winner is Elsa from United Wireless on north 13th in Dodge City!

10/05/2026

United may provide communications services, but we’re built a little differently than most providers. As a cooperative, United exists to serve its local members — not outside investors.

That means eligible member-owners have a voice in how the cooperative is governed, elect Trustees to represent them, and may share in the cooperative’s financial success through capital credits.

It also means our focus stays close to home. The decisions we make, the networks we build, and the investments we make are centered on the long-term needs of the people and communities we serve in Southwest Kansas.

That local focus has been essential to United from the beginning, and remains our guiding principle 75 years later.

Local Roots. Lasting Impact.