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Hi Mom, I Lost My Phone: The text scam that could empty your bank account.

A text shows up on your phone from a child. It say’s they’ve lost their phone (or some other emergency) and you have to text them back at a strange number. This is the beginning of a serious scam that many have fallen for.

The Future of Mid Oregon: A New Chapter for Growth

Your Voice, Our Future! An important vote for Mid Oregon’s Next Chapter.

Are You Fraud Savvy? Take the quiz!

Question 1: You receive an email from a major online retailer announcing a fantastic, limited-time sale. The email asks you to click a link to access the deals. What's the first thing you should do? Click the link immediately, so you don't miss out on the sale. Reply...

Don’t Get Schooled by Scammers.

There are so many scams out there preying on us these days, and many of them are targeting our online shopping. Now that it’s back to school time, if you’re shopping for supplies, returning items online, or just participating in some online retail therapy regardless of the time of year

Don’t Fall for the Feed: What’s really behind that social media link?

Social media platforms are fantastic for connecting, sharing and discovering however, they are also fertile ground for scammers looking to get you to click on bogus links.

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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Support Health Screening For Preschoolers

Support Health Screening For Preschoolers

Fun Mid Oregon Fundraiser Helps Preschoolers Receive Free Health Screenings Mid Oregon is gearing up for its 18th Annual “Adopt-A-Bear” fundraiser April 1 through April 17 in support of Healthy Beginnings. They provide free health screening for preschoolers. We want...

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Why Auto Loan Pre-Approvals are Critical Today

Why Auto Loan Pre-Approvals are Critical Today

Are you seeing the need to get yourself a new set of wheels? Maybe you have been waiting until the pandemic restrictions were reduced? Perhaps your current vehicle is becoming less reliable? Generally, more people make vehicle purchases in the spring. Mid Oregon wants...

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