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Sneaky Fake Error Pop-Ups Are Spreading Malware Everywhere

It’s the kind of online trick that makes your heart skip a beat. A window pops up on your screen telling you there’s something wrong with your computer or that the website you’re trying to view is corrupted. But what looks like a legitimate warning might actually be a malware trap, and cybercrooks are using it to infect your devices without you realizing it. Security experts have discovered a new scam tool being used on compromised websites.

Message from Kevin Cole, President & CEO

As we step into a new year, Mid Oregon remains committed to being your trusted financial partner. Growth is a key objective for us, not just as an organization, but for you, our members. Every initiative we launch is designed to help you navigate your financial journey with confidence and support.

New Year, New Financial You! Start 2026 Strong!

The start of a new year is the perfect time to give your finances a checkup. Just like we prioritize our physical health, investing time in your financial well-being can set the stage for a successful year ahead.

Simple Habits That Make You a Tougher Target for Cybercrooks

It’s already well into the new year and a fresh year usually brings fresh goals—exercise more, spend less, maybe try a new hobby. But one resolution that deserves a permanent spot on everyone’s list is tightening up your personal cybersecurity. Cyberthreats don’t take holidays, and scammers aren’t slowing down. In fact, they’re getting bolder, trickier, and faster at finding new ways to get into your accounts and steal your money or data.

“Wait, Did I Take a Toll Road?” What to Do When You Get the Text.

Have you taken a toll road recently? Well, even if you haven’t, this story is for you. There is a text message going around that anyone who drives on highways or freeways should be on the lookout for and it’s just annoying enough to drive anyone mad. As you can guess, it involves driving (or perhaps not driving) toll roads and the supposed accompanying fees related to them, as well as fake websites, the attempted collection of information, and other phishing flags.

Sneaky Fake Error Pop-Ups Are Spreading Malware Everywhere

It’s the kind of online trick that makes your heart skip a beat. A window pops up on your screen telling you there’s something wrong with your computer or that the website you’re trying to view is corrupted. But what looks like a legitimate warning might actually be a malware trap, and cybercrooks are using it to infect your devices without you realizing it. Security experts have discovered a new scam tool being used on compromised websites.

Message from Kevin Cole, President & CEO

As we step into a new year, Mid Oregon remains committed to being your trusted financial partner. Growth is a key objective for us, not just as an organization, but for you, our members. Every initiative we launch is designed to help you navigate your financial journey with confidence and support.

New Year, New Financial You! Start 2026 Strong!

The start of a new year is the perfect time to give your finances a checkup. Just like we prioritize our physical health, investing time in your financial well-being can set the stage for a successful year ahead.

“Wait, Did I Take a Toll Road?” What to Do When You Get the Text.

Have you taken a toll road recently? Well, even if you haven’t, this story is for you. There is a text message going around that anyone who drives on highways or freeways should be on the lookout for and it’s just annoying enough to drive anyone mad. As you can guess, it involves driving (or perhaps not driving) toll roads and the supposed accompanying fees related to them, as well as fake websites, the attempted collection of information, and other phishing flags.

From Ledger Sheets to Digital Banking: 5 Tips for Financial Wellness

When I was a child, I watched my father balance our checkbook once a month like clockwork. He’d retreat to the little room off the garage he called his “office,” armed with an ancient mechanical calculator. I can still hear the rhythmic tap-tap-tap and the roll-chunk as the machine printed each calculation on a narrow strip of paper. It went on for hours, but at the end of the day, his account book balanced perfectly.

Don’t Get Grinched! Top Holiday Scams You Need to Know.

Safely past Thanksgiving, they’re out there waiting. Right now, the scammers are looking to ruin this holiday season of gifting for their own benefit. Here are some common holiday scams and tips on how to thwart them.

2020 Holiday Dough Fundraiser Finishes Strong

2020 Holiday Dough Fundraiser Finishes Strong

Our Holiday Dough branch fundraiser finished up last week, and the totals were amazing—even by 2020 standards. Our branches collected nearly $8,700 in donations, more than doubling last year's fundraising total of $3,480. We received donations ranging from a few...

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Year-End Tax Tips For 2020

By Jean Chatzky * These year-end tax tips offer potential savings for your 2020 returns Yes, it feels like we just finished filing our taxes. And yes, it’s already time to start thinking about them again. That means getting organized now and making sure you do...

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