Rural
Scam Protection Lecture - Oct. 30 (Siuslaw Library, Florence, OR)
Wednesday, October 30, 11am-12pm
Siuslaw Library - Bromley Room
1460 9th St, Florence, OR 97439
This session is specifically designed for vulnerable populations in our community, focusing on awareness and practical tips to help them protect themselves against being scammed over the phone or the internet.
- Learn how to protect yourself from internet and phone scams.
- Identify common scams
- Three key rules to protect yourself
- How to report scams
*This event is not sponsored or endorsed by the Siuslaw Public Library
Polk County Commissioner Jeremy Gordon Appointed to Oregon Broadband Advisory Council
Governor Tina Kotek has appointed Polk County Commissioner Jeremy Gordon to represent Oregon counties on the Oregon Broadband Advisory Council (OBAC).
Bridging the gap: Rural health care access and the crucial role of broadband infrastructure
Access to quality health care is a fundamental right that should not be limited by geographic location. Yet, for the 46 million U.S. residents living in rural and underserved areas, health care access remains a significant challenge. One of the key factors exacerbating this issue is the lack of broadband infrastructure. Its absence can hinder the delivery of medical information and telemedicine services to these communities.