Our Network Update
Amazing Things Are Happening
North Central Telephone is in the midst of the largest build-out in its history. With Fiber to the Home and video TV technology that will bring HDTV and more channels, the all new network will be a true customer advantage. When a service area becomes new network ready, we will notify customers in advance so we can get their interest in the new services that will give them phone, Internet and Video, IPTV and begin prepping the connection to their homes. It’s all very new and amazing! We ask you to keep your enthusiasm.
North Central Telephone’s Annual Meeting of Members Set for November 1st
North Central Telephone Cooperative will hold its Annual Meeting of Members on Nov. 1st at the Macon County Junior High School in Lafayette, located at 1003 Highway 52 Bypass East. The meeting will commence with free entertainment by the Midstate Quartet at 1:00 p.m. The business meeting will begin at 2:00 p.m. Door prizes will be handed out to those in attendance.
In addition, a prize drawing will be held for a computer to be given to a student and his/her school, a color TV, $100 cash and more. Members will elect board members, hear financial reports and a review of the year’s achievements, and the winner of the 2008 Will Hall Sullivan Community Service Award will be introduced.
How Will the Digital TV Transition on February 17, 2009 IMPACT YOU?
If you get your TV service from North Central, you are ready to receive Digital TV in February. If your television already has a digital tuner, you will likely continue to receive TV programming as usual after the transition. However, you should make sure that every TV in your house that is not connected to cable, satellite or other pay TV service either has a digital tuner or has a converter box connected to it. To determine if your television has a digital tuner, either check your owner’s manual, look up information about your TV set on the manufacturer’s website or look closely at your television set to find an input connection labeled “digital input” or “ATSC.”
If you receive broadcasts using an antenna, such as “rabbit ears” or a rooftop antenna and your television does not have a built-in digital tuner, you need a TV converter box to receive television after February 17, 2009. You can obtain up to two coupons, each worth $40, that can be applied toward the cost of eligible converter boxes. To apply for a coupon go to: https://www.dtv2009.gov/ApplyCoupon.aspx
Talking to Joyce Gann Who’s Everything NCTC!
This is a no hype story of how one great Tennessee Lady has found technology, made it work for her to do literally amazing things! She has inspired us to realize that when you can get all your communications from one company you know will care about you, that life is easier.
“I do have everything from North Central — that’s my phone, long distance, Internet and TV. I’ve had Comcast and satellite before, but when North Central came out with the new TV, I wanted it, “ she said.
The Internet has become a real friend. When her grandson, Derek, was in Iraq (he has had two successful tours), she stayed in touch with a view cam connected to her Internet. “I kept my computer volume turned up and could hear him sign on in the early mornings. I loved seeing him right on the computer screen! We’d talk about his day. When he told me he lost his good friend and that there were others too, I knew the ability to share what was happening in his life was priceless,” said Mrs. Gann. She still gets some tears in her eyes when she realizes that it was the Internet that helped her get through such an extreme absence.
About TV, well Joyce loves to cook and turn up the volume on CMT! And a cook she is. There’s always some left over to share with friends and neighbors. Her famous fried pie recipe and technique was shared on our NCTC website. “My mother taught me the art of fried pies. I keep making them, and they keep me going,” she tells us.
She likes the birthday cards on the local channel and the local community programs. ”I like keeping it local,” says Gann. “Westmoreland is home! It’s a place that takes roots.”
Special Offer for DSL Customers
Get My Number Service activated FREE and try it FREE for three months. Offer good for all existing and new DSL customers. Just call for your FREE My Number today! Sign up before October 31, 2008.
Restrictions may apply
Introducing My Number
Give Your kids Their Own Phone Number For Only $2.25/Month.
You’ll Be Giving Them Their Own Space…Right At Home!
Save money on the cell phone temptation for kids by giving them their own phone number. Only $2.25 a month. North Central unveils a true solution for parents who want to give their kids more calling freedom from home. Cell phones have their place, but nothing compares to talking to friends from your own room. A perfect step to a cell phone is the gift of having your own number to pass out to friends- “number popularity”. We’re calling our distinct number service for kids “My Number”—a cool, distinctive ring—one that works with the family budget and welcomes their friends to call.
A smart parenting advantage:*
• It’s simply a separate number to your home phone
• No activation fee
• No new wiring
• No text message fees
• No roaming or overage charges
• No need for battery recharge
• They won’t lose it miles from home
• It’s fun and a great teaching step for kids
• You’ll feel like a really wise parent and part of a new talking trend
*My number provides you a distinct ring..