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Romance Scams Target Seniors
Evelyn is in her early sixties. She was divorced a few years ago, and thought it was time…
Staying Safe in a Technical World
In today’s connected world, the internet offers countless benefits—from staying in touch with family and friends on social…
Keeping Hydrated in Hot Weather
Is it my imagination or did the dog days of summer bring hot and humid weather to the…
Cellphone SIM Card Fraud
Our smart phones may be small, but they are computers with many of the same capabilities as full-size…
National Heat Awareness Day
Today is National Heat Awareness Day. According to the Center for Disease Control, thousands of people become sick…
Preparing Our Cars for the Winter
As we experience fewer warm days and move into late fall, most of us start to make preparations…
Staying Warm & Safe
As temperatures start to drop in the evenings, I will likely start using a space heater while I…
Hurricane Season 2024
Hurricane season officially began on June 1, however August 1 is considered the first day of the peak…
Extreme Heat Safety
Even in short exposure periods, severe temperatures such as these can be extremely hazardous and at times fatal.…