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Wise Giving Tips for the Holiday Season
Secretary of State Scott Gessler today reminded Coloradans to be vigilant of potential charity scams during the holiday season. Many Coloradans are generous during the holidays, donating to fund the good work charities do in communities across the state. Unfortunately, there are bad actors who try to take advantage of this generosity with scams. Secretary […]
Charity Scams for Oklahoma Tornado Donations May Target Locally
Denver – Colorado Secretary of State Scott Gessler today urged Coloradans to ensure they donate wisely, so their contributions go to legitimate charities that will meaningfully help victims, families, and Oklahoma residents recover from this disaster. Gessler offered guidance to help Coloradans avoid scams and efficiently direct money to those in need. “Tragedy like this […]
BBB Donate to SECCI
On October 6, Lamar was overrun with tutu-clad runners in the “Beers and Brats for Boobies” 5K race. The event took place in conjunction with Oktoberfest and aimed to raise funds for breast cancer awareness. Even though Oktoberfest saw a drop in attendance due to the chilly weather, the 5k was still a success. 65 […]
Lamar Chamber Providing News of A Telephone Scam
Be on the Lookout for Lookalike Telephone Invoice The Better Business Bureau is alerting area businesses that they may receive a questionable invoice from a California-based company. The phony bill is actually a solicitation. Businesses in several states have reported receiving an invoice from “US Telecom” for hundreds of dollars to cover the cost […]