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Cyberattacks are the fastest-growing crime in the U.S. – and they cause personal and business devastation every day. What’s the No. 1 type of cyberattack? Ransomware, and experts say it’s a growing concern. A type of malware that encrypts a victim’s files, ransomware allows the attacker to demand money to restore access to important documents or photos saved on your hard drive. What is Phishing? Phishing is the attempt to gain usernames, passwords and credit card numbers by i

Michelle’s grandmother, Me-Ma, loved preparing this recipe for her family, and Michelle continues to make it to this day! We hope you enjoy it as well. Directions: 1. Bake chicken pieces until fully cooked 2. Set chicken aside and add broth to large pot 3. Add 1 qt milk to chicken broth, salt & pepper to taste 4. Add stick of butter, can of chicken broth, 2 tsp of chicken granules 5. Roll out 3-4 cans of biscuits on floured surface, one biscuit at a time 6. Pinch biscuits int

Medicare fraud has huge costs for older adults. In 2024, scammers were charged with major fraud totaling billions. Scammers contact Medicare recipients to steal Medicare or Social Security numbers and file false claims. Protect yourself by watching for these four red flags: “Too good to be true” promises: Free medical supplies or medications, tests not ordered by your doctor, or “pre-approvals” for new plans with better benefits may be scams. Unexpected asks for personal in

As the year comes to a close, it may be a good time to check on your investments with an eye toward tax implications. Keeping long-term investment goals in mind, we can help you consider adjustments that could impact your typical year-end planning. Manage Your Income and Deductions If you’re at or near the next tax rate threshold, pay close attention to anything that might tip some of your earnings into the next range and consider ways to reduce your taxable income before the