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Register for the next The Longest Day Beckley WV Rock-a-Thon http://act.alz.org/goto/beckleywvrocks U.S. Cellular today announced Sofia Salon of Daniels, founder of The Longest Day WV Beckley Rock-a-Thon supporting the West Virginia Alzheimer’s Association and Raleigh County Commission on Aging as one of 15 young humanitarians selected for the company’s 2017 The Future of Good program. The wireless carrier contributed $1,000 to Sofia Salon toward her Rock-a-Thon. This is part of a total of $42,000 consisting of in-kind and monetary contributions to help youth continue building The Future of Good. Salon was selected for this program by U.S. Cellular following a nationwide search and is featured on TheFutureOfGood.com to tell the unique story of how her cause is impacting the local community. “Alzheimer’s is a disease that impacts everyone. Many people shy away from family members that have Alzheimer’s but that is when they need them most. Families members can work toget

As Halloween approaches, kids start dreaming of endless supplies of candy, and parents think about how to keep their Trick or Treaters safer as they roam the neighborhood streets. U.S. Cellular has tips on how to use smartphones to get into the holiday’s spooky spirit. In addition to important safety apps, there are some frighteningly good apps that adults can download to become more creative, and a better ghostbuster. “Halloween is a family-favorite holiday, and U.S. Cellular has ideas on how to use your smartphone – like the iPhone 8 or Samsung Galaxy Note8 – to have fun while also keeping tabs on kids as they Trick or Treat,” said Nathan Waddell, director of sales for U.S. Cellular in the Mid-South, “At Halloween – and throughout the year – U.S. Cellular’s reliable network makes it easier than ever to access and share information and engage in fun, enriching activities with family members.” Now, you can use your mobile device in a variety of ways this Halloween: • Famil

GARRETT COUNTY, Md. (Sept. 19, 2017) – Today, U.S. Cellular announced the Top 50 nominees for its Most Valuable Coach program, and Jonathan Houser from Northern Garrett High School in Accident is among them. After thousands of nominations were submitted, these Top 50 coaches are now listed on TheMostValuableCoach.com. At the end of the program, the winning coach will receive a $50,000 donation to the charitable organization of their choosing or their high school athletic department, a trip to Orlando, Fla., and on-field recognition at the Under Armour High School All-America Game. U.S. Cellular’s Most Valuable Coach program honors high school coaches who lead by example, strengthen their teams and give back to their communities. The public can vote for their favorite coach among the Top 50 nominees between now and 11:59 a.m. CT on Oct. 9 at TheMostValuableCoach.com . The 15 coaches earning the most votes will advance to the final round of voting. U.S. Cellular will award each F

U.S. Cellular Survey Shows Users and Those Around Them Have Different Opinions With the newest technology right at our fingertips, it can be easy to get caught up in the virtual world instead of staying in the present. While smartphone reliance increases, so does the importance of phone etiquette. This Cellphone Courtesy Month, U.S. Cellular is sharing its research findings that shed light on America’s most frequent and annoying cellphone habits, in order to help raise awareness of cellphone courtesy. According to a recent U.S. Cellular survey¹, 56 percent of smartphone owners believe that no one gets upset at them for their phone use, however, 71 percent of the same people get upset at others. In honor of Cell Phone Courtesy Month this July, U.S. Cellular is pointing out some of the top offending habits and some tips for practicing good cellphone etiquette. • Using the phone while driving: Not only is using a phone while driving a basic annoyance for 83 percent of smartp

, According to a just released AAA report , travelers hitting the road will be at a 12-year high this Memorial Day weekend and with it, weather forecasters predict that weather could be stormy for areas in the central and eastern United States. So how do you best prepare? What resources do you use? The Internet, newspaper, radio, social media and television are great. Don’t forget about that device in your pocket or purse – a smartphone. A recent U.S. Cellular survey indicated that 93 percent of smartphone owners use their device to check the weather forecast once a month or more¹. During unpredictable spring and summer weather, people can rely on their mobile devices to stay informed, prepared and connected with a variety of apps and accessories when severe weather threatens or hits. “The weather can change in an instant. Smartphones, such as the iPhone 7 or Samsung Galaxy S8, can help you stay a step ahead of Mother Nature,” said Nathan Waddell, U.S. Cellular’s director of sal

Champions K-12 Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)  to Develop Youth to be Future Leaders ROANOKE, Va. (April 26, 2017) – U.S. Cellular announced a $5,000 donation to the Boys &  Girls Club s of Southwest Virginia to provide K-12 Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) educational opportunities to youth. U.S. Cellular is funding Boys & Girls Clubs and 4-H Clubs throughout the company's markets to deliver STEM, academic and after school enrichment programs, and this is part of a $1.3 million donation to clubs across the country and $11,500 in Virginia. This is the third year U.S. Cellular and the youth organizations have collaborated to prepare youth to explore career opportunities and be ready to join the workforce. “U.S. Cellular is invested in the long-term success of youth, communities and our associates,” said Nathan Waddell, director of sales for U.S. Cellular in the Mid-South,   "Our associates live and work i