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BBB Tip: How to avoid purchasing fake tickets to events
As another Texas summer with record-breaking heat ends and cooler fall temperatures approach, many people will be looking to get out and enjoy themselves at various events across the state. Sports enthusiasts may be planning on watching their favorite team compete this season, while those more interested in music eagerly await to see their favorite…
Read MoreNational Domestic Violence Awareness Month
The month of October is recognized as Domestic Violence Awareness Month. According to the National Research Center on Domestic Violence, 1 in 4 women and 1 in 9 men are affected by domestic violence. Unfortunately, this means that this is a common problem for many people. Additionally, it is estimated that annually 20 million people…
Read MoreBlood Cancer Awareness Month
Each year, September is named as Blood Cancer Awareness Month. This awarenessmonth was initiated to educate communities and to bring attention to the fight against bloodcancer. According to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS), blood cancers are the thirdleading cause of cancer death in the U.S. Furthermore, blood cancers are the most commoncancers among children,…
Read MoreIs Social Media Good or Bad for Humans?
Is Social Media Good or Bad for Humans? Is Social Media Good or Bad for Humans? I believe social media’s net effect on humans is bad. It appeals to all the bad human features and none of the good human features. According to Mark Zuckerberg and other proponents, it was supposed to be all good…
Read MoreFood Bank Giving Opportunity
In this week’s article, I want to discuss the importance of donating food to your local food bank. It is important to note that it is not just during the holiday season that people are in need of food. I ask that we try and give back by helping those who are less fortunate and…
Read MoreToys For Tots
With the holidays in full swing, it’s the perfect time for the residents of the Coastal Bend to join together to assist those less fortunate. In the spirit of the holidays, I wanted to take this opportunity to bring attention to certain efforts in our area that will benefit many families this holiday season. Toys…
Read MoreBBB Business Scam Alert
Entrepreneurs beware of fake marketing services for small businesses Small business owners are passionate, dedicated individuals who have accumulated years of expertise in an industry. Through time and experience, they often have found ways to improve processes and use that knowledge to the benefit of their customers and clients. However, one aspect of business ownership…
Read MoreNational Epilepsy Awareness Month
The month of November is recognized as National Epilepsy Awareness Month. According to the Epilepsy Foundation, 1 in 26 people will develop epilepsy in their lifetime. In addition to this, 3.4 million Americans currently live with epilepsy. This means that epilepsy is not rare and is actually more common than most people think. Since millions…
Read MoreBBB Scam Alert: PayPal impostors steal thousands from Texas residents
Innovations in payment processes have introduced a wide range of opportunities for legitimate businesses to market their products and services to a broad audience. The convenience and ease of peer-to-peer (P2P) payment applications provide a direct, cost-effective method to receive funds from customers for businesses of any size. However, unlike traditional financial institutions such as…
Read MoreBreast Cancer Awareness Month
Each year, the month of October is recognized as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Spearheaded by the National Breast Cancer Foundation, this annual initiative serves to raise awareness about breast cancer and offer support to those impacted by the disease. The National Cancer Institute estimates that there will be 297,790 new cases of breast cancer in…
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