Jul 30 2014
Unwanted telephone calls, pre-approved credit card offers and texts are not only annoying, they also can potentially lead to identity theft. But how do you stop them? While it’s nearly impossible to eliminate junk mail, spam text messages and unwanted phone calls, Better Business Bureau Serving Northern Colorado and Wyoming advises taking the following steps …
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Jul 22 2014
The Better Business Bureau of Denver/Boulder, and other BBBs across the nation, have received an uptick in reports of attempted fraud involving Internal Revenue Service impersonators. According to those targeted in the scam, scammers pretending to be the IRS, or affiliated with the IRS, ask for personal and financial information. In some cases, the scammer …
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Jun 25 2014
This car show is destined to be the big success it was last year. Come and see for yourself, Sunday June 29th. The location is Eastman Park in Windsor. Participant Registration: 9:30 a.m.; Church Service: 10:00 a.m. Show starts: 11:00 a.m. until 3. Awards presented at 2:00 p.m. The event benefits the Windsor Food Pantry. …
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Jun 12 2014
No one plans on their vehicle breaking down on the road, becoming disabled as a result of an accident or being towed without your consent. So what should you do if you find yourself in one of these scenarios? Better Business Bureau Serving Northern Colorado and Wyoming offers the following suggestions: Know Your Roadside Assistance …
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Feb 03 2014
Wellness Matters February 2014 303-441-3599 Boulder County Wellness Programs are free to residents 60 and over. To register: 303-441-3599 or Email Boulder County. Donations are appreciated. Healthy Moves for Aging Well. A simple exercise program you can do at home. Trained volunteers show how and help keep you motivated. 303-441-3599 to see if this program …
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Jan 07 2014
Better Business Bureau serving Northern Colorado and Wyoming advises consumers who had their credit or debit information compromised as a result of the Target data breach to beware of con artists aiming to fool them into sharing their credit card and/or personal information. Many consumers report receiving text messages that claim to be from their …
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Dec 30 2013
Whether you call them resolutions or goals, most people begin the new year in hopes of losing a few pounds, paying off credit or finally snuffing out the cigarette habit. To get you started on the right foot, follow these suggestions from Better Business Bureau® serving Northern Colorado and Wyoming: Get more exercise and join …
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Dec 21 2013
On December 17, MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Driving) National President Jan Withers joined U.S. Secretary of Transportation Anthony Foxx, along with other traffic safety organizations and local law enforcement officers to kick-off this year’s holiday crackdown campaign. Jan, along with victim/survivor Gene Gallagher, whose daughter, Katlin Marie, died in a drunk driving crash on New …
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Dec 19 2013
“It is easy to say, ‘just give up the keys’. It is important for me to stay active, and if I don’t drive I am stuck in the house forever. I can’t live that way.” – Quote from older adult driver “I am worried about my dad. He has had several ‘fender benders’ over the …
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Dec 19 2013
Part of United Way of Weld County’s mission is to improve lives. When individuals are living on the street in winter months, it takes a collaborative effort to provide a warm place to sleep and a meal. With subzero temperatures lingering for weeks, many can toss a few more logs on the fire and another …
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Dec 18 2013
A reception was held in November in celebratiion of Gail’s achievement as fourth runner up at the Nationals this past October in Denver. Hosted by her friend, LaDawn Westbrook (pictured above), friends and guests snacked while being treated to a marvelous video created by another friend, Ann Davies. The video was a tribute of Gail’s …
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Dec 12 2013
Did you think you would grow up to be a park ranger? It’s not too late! You can become a Volunteer Ranger Assistant and help park and natural area rangers accomplish much of their important work. Larimer County’s Department of Natural Resources and the City of Fort Collins Natural Areas Department are now accepting Volunteer …
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