Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Offers Mental Health Crisis Intervention
Golden West recognizes t the importance of keeping members connected and safe. Three-digit dialing codes have long provided easy access to everything from road conditions to community and emergency services. Beginning July 16, you will be able to speak with a trained counselor by dialing 988 — a new national mental health crisis and suicide prevention hotline.
How to Keep Your Personal Info Private & Stay Safe on Social Media
From phony sweepstakes to romance scams, senior citizens are a favorite target of cybercriminals. The Consumer Protection Division of the South Dakota Attorney General’s Office is committed to helping protect the elderly by providing tips on staying safe. This week’s article focuses on privacy settings and navigating some of the popular social media sites.
Attorney General’s Office takes steps to protect seniors from scams
Cybercrime is on the rise, and senior citizens are especially vulnerable. Senior Companions of South Dakota, in partnership with the Attorney General’s Office, sponsors events aimed at educating seniors about the risks and providing them with tools to help protect their personal information.
5 Components That Make Up the Heart of Your Computer
Chances are, you use a computer every day. But do you have a basic knowledge of what makes it work? In this article, we’ll give you a quick anatomy lesson by dissecting a computer to get to the heart of the matter.
How to Manage Your Spam Filter and Reduce Inbox Clutter
There’s no way to completely avoid spam, but Golden West’s new spam filter can greatly reduce the number of junk messages reaching your inbox. Internet Help Desk Supervisor Seth Engel shares some tips on how to effectively manage your spam filter.
3 Things You Should Do Now to Prepare for 10-Digit Dialing
Mandatory 10-digit dialing goes into effect June 22, 2022. To make the transition as seamless as possible, be sure to complete three important steps prior to the switchover. Doing so will save you from future hassle … and might even save your life!
That’s a Lot of Bull
When Martin and Gertrude Jorgensen first homesteaded on the South Dakota prairie over a century ago, they were laying the groundwork for a family business. Four generations later, great-grandson Cody Jorgensen — along with his dad, uncle, and cousin — runs Jorgensen Land & Cattle in Ideal.
Fiber Represents One Small Step for Man, One Giant Leap for Telecommunications
Golden West has invested in fiber since 2004 and 71% of subscribers are currently served. If it hasn’t come to your community yet, hang tight; within five years, the entire service territory should be upgraded to fiber.
New Spam Filter Offers Robust Security for Added Protection
Spam is an unfortunate fact of life. As part of Golden West’s commitment to keeping malicious emails out of your inbox, we’ve upgraded to a new spam filter. Functionality is the same, with an added layer of security, but you’ll notice a few cosmetic changes.
Here’s the Latest Scoop on Safe Digging
April is National Safe Digging Month. Calling 811 before breaking ground isn’t just a courtesy — it’s the law. Striking a buried utility line can result in service disruptions, injury, or death, and make you liable for steep fees and fines. Always call before you dig!
