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?? Spring Solar Outage Alert ?? Heads up, EPIC IPTV users! The 2025 Spring solar outage period begins tomorrow through March 8. You may notice brief disruptions like pixelization, interference, or a temporary loss of signal as the sun passes behind satellites. ?? What to expect? ?? Short interruptions (5-15 mins) ?? Most occur around midday ?? Picture will automatically restore This natural phenomenon happens twice a year—once in Spring and again in Fall. Thanks for your patience! Your service will be back to normal in no time. ?? #EPICIPTV #SolarOutage #TechUpdate

?? Free money for college? Yes, please! BEK is offering two $1,250 scholarships for students majoring in Mass Communications, Information Systems, or similar field. Must be a BEK Cooperative member or BEK Fiber customer, or the dependent of one. To learn more or apply by March 1, visit bek.coop/coop/scholarships ???

?? Attention Students and Families! Only TWO scholarships remain open for applications, and the deadlines are just around the corner! ? BEK Communications Cooperative is proud to support your future—make sure to grab this opportunity before it's gone. ?? Apply today: https://lnkd.in/dVTwdVR ?? Your future is worth the effort! #Scholarships #CommunitySupport #BEKCommunications

?? BEK Communications Cooperative had a fantastic time at today's Valley State University Career Fair! ?? We enjoy meeting with students and sharing what makes BEK a leader in communications and broadband! ?? ?? Thanks to everyone who stopped by—we loved chatting about career opportunities and the future of tech! Check out Careers Page Here: https://lnkd.in/gQ_RQvVQ #BEKCommunications #CareerFair #FutureLeaders

?? Beware of Deep Fakes: Don't Be Fooled! ?? Deep fakes are realistic-looking videos, audio, or images created using AI technology to manipulate someone's likeness. They can make it seem like a person is saying or doing things they never did— and they're becoming more sophisticated every day. ?? Why Should You Be Concerned? - Misinformation: Deep fakes can spread fake news and cause confusion. - Reputation Damage: They can be used to harm individuals or organizations. - Security Risk: Criminals may use deep fakes for scams or impersonation. ??How to Protect Yourself: - Verify the source before believing or sharing content. - Cross-check with trusted news outlets and fact-checking websites. - Be skeptical of content that seems too good (or bad) to be true. Stay alert and don't let deep fakes deceive you! ?? #Cybersecurity #DeepFakes #DigitalSafety #Misinformation #StayInformed

?? Final Call! Time is running out to apply for BEK Communications Cooperative's last TWO scholarship opportunities. ? This is your chance to invest in your future and receive support from your community! ?? Apply now before it's too late: https://lnkd.in/dVTwdVR ?? #Scholarships #BEKCommunications #StudentSuccess

?? Scholarship Deadline Alert! BEK Communications Cooperative is here to help YOU with FOUR scholarship opportunities. ?? But time is running out—don't wait to apply! ?? Learn more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/dVTwdVR ?? Invest in your future with the support of your community. #StudentSuccess #Scholarships #BEKCommunications

?? Cyber Alert: Beware of Disaster Scams! ?? Cybercriminals are experts at exploiting emotions, and they won't hesitate to take advantage of global or national disasters. Whether it's a hurricane, wildfire, earthquake, or humanitarian crisis, scammers set up fake charities and crowdfunding campaigns, pulling on heartstrings to steal money and personal information. Before you donate: ?? Verify the Charity – Use websites like Charity Navigator or the BBB Wise Giving Alliance. ?? Avoid Urgent Pressure – Scammers push you to act fast. Legitimate organizations don't. ?? Don't Click Random Links – Go directly to official charity websites. ?? Use Secure Payment Methods – Avoid wire transfers or gift cards. ?? Stay vigilant and protect your generosity! Share this to help others stay safe from disaster relief scams. #CyberSecurity #StaySafeOnline #CharityScams

Is it a scam? Watch this video to help you identify red flags. And when in doubt, give us a call! ?? 701-475-2361

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