Out Box Communications

Springtime is the perfect time of year to get a garden or landscape project started, whether you’ve already developed a green thumb or are new to the gardening scene. Now, with the help of a smartphone, such as the Apple iPhone® 5s, and some creative apps, both novice and experienced gardeners can simplify and enhance growing their gardens and planting the seeds for savings.   According to the National Gardening Association, an average well-maintained garden can yield up to $500 worth of produce, which can help families save money at the grocery store.  “Whether the desire to see your garden blossom is driven by saving money, simply to add curb appeal to your home, or create a backyard oasis, there are a host of great apps that can ensure you’re choosing the right seeds and plants for your climate and conditions, and protecting your investment in your garden,” said Jack Brundige, director of sales for U.S. Cellular in the Mid-South, “Mobile devices can definitely simplify and

Pictured here from left to right are the Winners of U.S. Cellular's Black History Month Art Competition:  Third Place Winner Daniel Ettah, a 6th Grader from Woodrow Wilson Middle School won a $150 gift card for a portrait of Jackie Robinson, First Place Winner Christian Berry, an 8th Grader from Christiansburg Middle School won a $500 gift card for his portrait of Jackie Robinson, Mayor David Bowers,  Second Place Winner Tyshawn Walker, an 11th Grader from William Flemming High School won a $200 gift card for a portrait of Martin Luther King and Malcolm X, and U.S. Cellular Area Sales Manager Bertram Daniels. ROANOKE/CHRISTIANSBURG, Va. --  Mayor David Bowers joined U.S. Cellular ( NYSE : USM) and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southwest Virginia to announce the winners of the Black History Month Art contest at a special ceremony March 10 at the club’s Ninth Street location in Roanoke. The contest, now in its seventh year, is designed to honor influential Af