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The Social Security Administration and its Office of the Inspector General (OIG) continued to raise public awareness about Social Security imposter scams during the fourth annual “Slam the Scam” Day held in March. Social Security scams — where fraudsters pressure victims into making cash or gift card payments to fix alleged Social Security number problems or to avoid arrest – are an ongoing government imposter fraud scheme. For several years, Social Security impersonation scams have been one of the most common government imposter scams reported to the Federal Trade Commission. We’ve made concerted efforts to address this issue, through extensive outreach and investigative initiatives. These efforts have made a significant impact, reducing money reported lost to Social Security scams by 30 percent from 2021 to 2022.
Read moreIn February, Oklahoma House Republicans authored historic appropriations into public education through a two-part plan designed to provide educational freedom and opportunities for all Oklahoma students, parents, teachers and schools.
Read moreConstruction will begin soon on the new Horticulture Education Center at The Botanic Garden at Oklahoma State University. Located near the south entrance of the garden, the facility will be used by students, faculty and the community for both formal and informal learning.
Read moreThe Avedis Foundation reminds the public of its approaching April 14 deadline for nominations for the Michelle Briggs “We’re Here for Good” Service Award, created as an annual recognition of an individual who has provided exemplary service to the
Read moreToday’s birthdays include Kyra Bicknell, Ada Bible-Ryles, Mark Campbell, JaNene Day, Nicholas Gunville, Karen Herrin, David Hooten, John James, Sarah Johnson, Derick Landreth, Amanda Lenora, Jason Livesay, Glenn Major, Benny Marx, Betty Morrison, Gwen Reich, Vicky Sweeden, Eddie Taylor Jr & Kenny Warden.
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