Connecting Our Communities: Fall 2025 Newsletter Highlights
As the seasons change and the Red River Valley settles into harvest time, we’re reflecting on another season of progress, connection, and community. Our Fall 2025 issue of Red River Connect is packed with stories that celebrate local partnerships, cybersecurity tips, and the people who make our cooperative strong.
Here’s a quick look at what’s inside:
- A Message from Our CEO:
- CEO Tom Steinolfson reflects on our mission to deliver technology while strengthening our communities. We celebrate the successful fiber expansion and welcome new members to the Red River family.
- Rethinking Password Security:
- Network Engineer Austin Hermunslie shares tips for staying safe online, highlighting the importance of a 16-character passphrase and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA).
- Celebrating 50 Years at Valley Lake Boys Home:
- We spotlight Valley Lake Boys Home in Breckenridge, MN, which has been transforming lives for 50 years. We support their mission with fiber broadband for online learning and services.
- Common Cents: Small Change, Big Impact:
- Since 2008, our Common Cents program has awarded over $260,000 in community grants to local organizations. Every rounded-up bill contributes to this effort.
- Smarter Wi-Fi Starts Here:
- The new Red River Connect Wi-Fi App simplifies managing your home network with personalized controls and real-time insights. Download it now!
- Employee Highlights
- We welcome new team members Mike Miranowski, Joe Hass, and Katelyn Welle, and celebrate milestone anniversaries for Aaron Olson, Matt Kruize, and Austin Hermunslie.
Read the Full Newsletter
You can explore the complete Fall 2025 issue of Red River Connect online or download a copy here: https://issuu.com/redrivercommunications/docs/2025_fall_red_river_connect