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Fraud Tips: How to React to that “Urgent” Call, Text or Email

That heart-pounding moment when you see an email labeled “Urgent Action Required!” or receive a call needing immediate financial info can be unsettling. Scammers use urgency to manipulate you, aiming to bypass your judgment.

Forget Phishing, Smishing Scams are on the Rise

According to Verizon, one of the leading telecommunications companies, smishing (SMS phishing) is an increasingly prevalent form of cyber-attack targeting mobile phone users. Mid Oregon want’s you to know about the dangers of Smishing messages. Smishing is deceptive text messages that aim to trick individuals into divulging sensitive information or performing harmful actions. Verizon has identified several common types of these types of messages that users should be aware of to protect themselves from falling victim to these scams.

Stop Dreading Your Finances: Simple Steps to Financial Peace This April

April is Financial Literacy Month, making it an ideal time to overcome financial anxiety and adopt a more positive outlook on our finances. Let’s be honest—money can be daunting. We pay bills and receive paychecks, but we rarely take the time to explore the bigger...

How Mid Oregon’s Growth Benefits You: A Message from Kevin Cole, President and CEO

You may have noticed that “growth” is a frequent word heard around Mid Oregon. Growth is one of our key objectives—showing up in everything from expanding our products and services to developing our team’s skills to providing you with an award-winning member...

2025 Security Tips

It’s more important than ever for individuals to assume responsibility for safeguarding their devices and data.

Duck Race Kicks off June 29

Duck Race Kicks off June 29

Yes, it's time! The Great Drake Park Duck Race kicks off June 29, with ticket sales again being sold in-person as well as online. Mid Oregon Credit Union is again one of the title sponsors under the "Credit Unions Working Together" banner. Tickets Sold In Person &...

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Access to Credit Is Critical

Access to Credit Is Critical

A recent poll emphasized that access to credit is a critical component of financial wellbeing and resilience. In borrowing, 86% of credit union members say that their institution makes it easy for them to get loans. Access to credit is part 1 of our 6-part series on...

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Accounts Drained By Zelle Smishing Scam

Accounts Drained By Zelle Smishing Scam

From time to time, scammers come up with a new tactic using new technology, new events, or whatever they can to continue tricking us into giving up our personal or confidential information. Over the past few years and with the increasing use of texting and SMS...

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