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Oklahoman’s receiving text messages claiming to be from a recruiter with job offer

Wednesday, May 7 by Fox23

People are getting text messages claiming to be from a recruiter with a great job offer.It's flattering when someone reaches out to you to offer what sounds like a great job. That's what's happening in a recent round of text messages being sent out by scammers to people across Green Country.One version of the... Read More.

AUDIO: WPD, Cowley County Emergency Communications To Offer Free WVF Text Alerts

Tuesday, August 23 by Lyman James

The Winfield Police Department will again utilize text message alerts for attendees of the upcoming 50th Walnut Valley Festival in September.Winfield Police Chief Robbie DeLong told KSOK the department will again be partnering with Cowley County Emergency Communications."Just a good way to stay apprised," Delong said during a recent guest appearance on the "Get... Read More.

Election Officials Warn Voters About About False Polling Place Text Messages

Thursday, October 22 by Lyman James

Oklahoma State Election Board Secretary Paul Ziriax issued a voter alert on Monday, October 19, 2020, warning voters about a text message that was received by a voter, that falsely claimed the voter’s polling place had changed. The complaint has been referred by election officials to law enforcement.The text message falsely advised the voter... Read More.

Changes coming to NIXLE text alert system for Blackwell residents

Wednesday, April 29 by Lyman James

Residents in Blackwell who are signed up to NIXLE to receive text alerts should be aware that the system is changing in May, according to parent company Everbridge.Those who subscribed to the service through the website by entering an e-mail address WILL NEED to download the Everbridge App, available on the Google Play Store... Read More.

New COVID-19 text scam going around

Friday, April 17 by Lyman James

There is a new COVID-19 related scam that the public should be aware of.Scammers are sending out what appears to be an urgent text telling people about possible exposure to someone with COVID-19. The rest of the message advises victims to self-quarantine and click a link inside the text for more information.DO NOT fall... Read More.