Author: Missy Kellor

A jaw-dropping look inside the phishing industry

by on November 13, 2019 0 comments
Unfortunately for all of us, our mental image of the typical phishing scammer is not even close to reality. You probably think of a person sitting in dark room in front of multiple glowing computer screens, furiously writing code to craft their attack. According to a new security report from Akamai, this is picture is pretty much totally wrong.
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Hallmark Christmas Movie bingo 2019

by on October 31, 2019 3 comments
It may be Halloween, but today you can skip the tricks and enjoy a treat. No, it’s not candy, it's our popular Hallmark Christmas Bingo! It's back and better than ever (and, added bonus: has fewer calories than your favorite sweet and this will last the entire holiday season).
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The lowest of the low: charity scams

by on October 23, 2019 0 comments
Arguably, charity scams are one of the ugliest kinds of fraud. By taking advantage of the kindness of others, scammers are stealing money intended to help those most in need—and people are very kind. With hundreds of billions of dollars donated every year, the less scrupulous try to benefit. During Charity Fraud Awareness Week, review six tips for making sure your money is having the most impact.
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Welcome to the new Stevens Point retail space

by on October 17, 2019 0 comments
TDS’ first retail space in Central Wisconsin is officially open!  The TDS Fiber storefront in Stevens Point is a place where you can get face-to-face help, sign up, and sample what TDS Fiber has to offer. The store is located at 3296 Church Street and you are welcome to come in during regular store hours Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and every other Saturday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Not-so-free trials and tribulations

by on September 19, 2019 0 comments
Depending on who is offering the free item, it’s totally okay to give the product a try. But some dishonest companies will use fake endorsements and bury the terms of their “free trial” offers in fine print (or not disclose them at all). Their real goal is lock you into recurring payments and rob you blind. Find out what to watch for and how to file a complaint if you got taken for a ride.
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