Cap Rock Telephone

09/03/2026

📢 We’re happy to report that the service outages affecting our customers have been resolved. Thank you for your patience and understanding while we worked to restore service.

If you are still experiencing any issues with your service, please give us a call at 806-271-3336 so we can assist you.

Thank you for your patience and for being a Caprock Telephone customer!

09/03/2026

🚨 ISSUES RESOLVED - 09/03/2026 9:00 AM

Cap Rock Telephone is currently experiencing intermittent outages due to an issue outside of our service area.

We have been advised that technicians are actively working to identify and resolve the issue as quickly as possible. We appreciate your patience and understanding while this work is being completed.

We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate our customers’ continued patience. We will provide additional updates as more information becomes available.

— Cap Rock Telephone

08/18/2026

Meet Justin Been! 👋

We’re excited to introduce you to Justin Been, our Director of Business Compliance!

Justin grew up in Earth, TX, and these days, his favorite way to spend his time is with his wife and kids. ❤️ Family is at the center of his life, and he wouldn’t trade those moments for anything.

A few things you should know about Justin:

🥩 Favorite meal: A good ribeye steak, easily!

🎶 Music: He loves it ALL! His playlist is incredibly diverse, with music from just about every era and genre.

🏔️ Favorite vacation: His family cabin in Ruidoso, where an extended summer trip with his wife and kids created some of his favorite memories.

One saying that has resonated with Justin more and more over the years is:

“Time is invaluable. Don’t waste it or take it for granted, but enjoy all that you have.”

We’re proud to have Justin as part of the Cap Rock team and appreciate all he brings to our organization. 💙

Thanks for letting us get to know you a little better, Justin! 👏

www.caprock-spur.com
(806) 271-3336

08/14/2026

☘ Good Luck Tongue River Ranch, Cooper McCleskey & Goat! We are rooting for you

Good luck to Cooper & “Goat” today! The two are sitting in second at The Run For A Million in Las Vegas, after reining Thursday, in the Cowboy Heritage Ranch Challenge.

“Goat” is Ridin A Metallic, a 2015 bay stallion (Metallic Cat x Shortys Jay Ray x Dual Rey), bred by Alvin and Becky Fults.

The pair show this evening at 6:30 Pacific Time/8:30 Central. Catch the action here: https://therunforamillion.com/watch-live/

08/11/2026

💡 TECH TIP TUESDAY! 📶

Wi-Fi vs. Internet — What’s the Difference?

We hear it all the time: “My Wi-Fi is out!” But did you know Wi-Fi and your internet connection are actually two different things? 🤔

🌐 Internet: Your internet service comes into your home through your Cap Rock Telephone fiber connection. It’s the connection that brings the online world to your home.

📶 Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi is the wireless connection inside your home that allows your devices phones, laptops, TVs, tablets, and more to connect to your internet service.

👉 Think of it this way: Your fiber connection brings the internet TO your home, while Wi-Fi helps distribute it THROUGH your home.

So, if one device can't connect but others can, you may be dealing with a Wi-Fi/device issue rather than an internet outage!

Stay connected. Stay informed. 💙
Cap Rock Telephone — Keeping You Connected!

www.caprock-spur.com
(806) 271-3336

#𝑺𝒕𝒂𝒚𝑪𝒐𝒏𝒏𝒆𝒄𝒕𝒆𝒅

08/04/2026

💡 Tech Tip Tuesday

📱 Think Before You Scan!

QR codes make life convenient—but scammers are using them too.

Before scanning a QR code:
✔️ Only scan codes from businesses or people you trust.
✔️ Be cautious of QR code stickers placed over existing ones.
✔️ Double-check the website address before entering any personal or payment information.
✔️ If something feels off, don't continue.

🚨 A fake QR code can lead to phishing websites designed to steal your passwords, banking information, or personal data.

Remember: A QR code is simply a shortcut to a website. Always verify where it's taking you before clicking "Continue."

Stay smart. Stay secure. Stay connected. 💙

📞 Questions about staying safe online? We're happy to help!
Cap Rock Telephone Cooperative
📱 806-271-3336
🌐 caprock-spur.com

07/21/2026

🔐 Tech Tip Tuesday

Your password is your first line of defense. Make it a strong one!

Hackers don't just guess passwords; they use programs that can test thousands of common passwords in seconds.

Here's how to make yours harder to crack:

✅ Use a long password or passphrase (12+ characters is even better!)
✅ Mix uppercase and lowercase letters
✅ Include numbers and symbols
✅ Avoid names, birthdays, or common words like password123

💡 Example:
❌ Summer2026
✅ Coffee&Sunrise!74River

The longer and more unique your password, the better protected your accounts are.

🔒 Bonus Tip: Use a different password for each important account. If remembering them all is a challenge, consider using a trusted password manager.

💬 Tell us—when was the last time you updated one of your passwords?

#𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗧𝗶𝗽𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆

www.caprock-spur.com
(806) 271-3336

Looking for high-speed Internet in your area? Only Cap Rock Telephone Cooperative has Fiber to the Home! We offer blazing high-speed packages up to 500MBPS!

07/17/2026

⚡ Fiber Facts Friday ⚡

Did you know? Data traveling through fiber optic cables moves at nearly the speed of light! 🌎💡

Fiber optic cables use pulses of light to transmit information, making fiber internet one of the fastest, most reliable, and most efficient ways to stay connected.
Whether you're streaming your favorite show, working from home, gaming online, or video chatting with family, those tiny flashes of light are delivering your data in the blink of an eye.

✨ Fun Fact: Light can travel around 186,000 miles per second in a vacuum. Inside a fiber optic cable, it travels at about two-thirds that speed—still incredibly fast!

At Cap Rock Telephone, we're proud to bring the power of fiber to our rural communities because when your internet travels at the speed of light, life moves a little faster too. 💙

www.caprock-spur.com
(806) 271-3336

07/14/2026

🌟 Investing in Our Team. Investing in Our Members. 🌟

Last week, several members of the Cap Rock Telephone Cooperative team represented us at the 2026 Texas Telephone Association (TTA) Summer Training Conference in Austin.

Since 1905, the Texas Telephone Association has served the telecommunications industry by promoting innovation, education, and economic development across Texas. Conferences like this provide valuable opportunities to learn, collaborate, and bring back new ideas that help us better serve the communities we call home.

Representing Cap Rock this year are:
📍 Lisa Paschall - CABS
📍 Emily Schmidt-– Accounting Supervisor
📍 Andrew Adams – C.O. Supervisor
📍 Katie Weiser - Customer Service Clerk
📍 Debbie Allen – Front Counter Supervisor

We are proud of our team for their commitment to continued learning and professional growth. Thank you for representing Cap Rock Telephone Cooperative with excellence, and we look forward to seeing the knowledge and ideas you bring back to our members.

WWW.CAPROCK-SPUR.COM
(806) 271-3336

Looking for high-speed Internet in your area? Only Cap Rock Telephone Cooperative has Fiber to the Home! We offer blazing high-speed packages up to 500MBPS!

07/10/2026

🌟 Fiber Facts Friday 🌟

Did you know? Fiber internet is powered by strands of glass—about as thin as a human hair! 🤯

That's right! Instead of using electrical signals like traditional copper cables, fiber-optic cables use pulses of light to transmit data through ultra-thin strands of glass. 💡✨

Why does that matter?
✅ Faster internet speeds
✅ More reliable connections
✅ Less signal loss over long distances
✅ Immune to electrical interference
✅ Ready to handle today's connected homes—and tomorrow's technology

It's amazing to think that something as delicate as glass can deliver some of the fastest, most reliable internet available!

At Cap Rock Telephone, we're proud to bring the power of fiber to our communities, helping keep families, businesses, students, and farms connected every day. 💙

Happy Fiber Facts Friday!
💬 Were you surprised that fiber is made of glass? Let us know in the comments!



www.caprock-spur.com
(806) 271-3336