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Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. The Chicago metro area was home to the third most porch thefts in the U.S. in 2023. The website Safewise analyzes data on home safety and says the Chicago area had 2.7 million porch thefts last year, involving nearly $262 million […]

CTL Script/ Top Stories of September 7th   Publish Date: September 7th   From the Ingles Studio Welcome to the Award-Winning Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast    Today is Saturday, September 7th and Happy heavenly Birthday to rocker Buddy Holly. 09.07.24 – BIRTHDAY – BUDDY HOLLY*** I'm Keith Ippolito and here are the stories Cherokee is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia.  Hearing Set on Industrial Rezoning Request in SW Cherokee Developer Leasing Vacant Buildings near Canton for Commercial Use Drive-Thru Flu Shots Available in Woodstock Oct. 1   We'll have all this and more coming up on the Cherokee Tribune-Ledger Podcast, and if you're looking for Community news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe!    Commercial: CU of GA STORY 1:  Hearing Set on Industrial Rezoning Request in SW Cherokee Cherokee County will hold a public hearing on November 19 at 6 p.m. regarding a proposal to rezone 5883 Little Ridge Road from general commercial to light industrial. The developer, DJD Southeast Real Estate Holdings, LLC, seeks to build a 35,000 square-foot industrial machinery sales building on this 11.8-acre site. The request includes variances for reduced parking, and the elimination of berms, fencing, and sidewalks. The proposed plan also includes restrictions on various business types. The Cherokee County Planning Commission has recommended denial due to concerns about road access and community opposition, including a petition from a nearby subdivision. STORY 2:  Developer Leasing Vacant Buildings near Canton for Commercial Use Cherokee County has approved the rezoning of 0.29 acres at 3350 Marietta Highway from single-family residential to general commercial. This change allows for the leasing of two vacant buildings—previously the Biskit Barn restaurant and another commercial space—for new businesses. The Board of Commissioners also approved several variances, including reduced setbacks and buffer requirements, to bring the existing structures into compliance with county codes. The property, which includes a drive-thru parking lot, is set to be utilized for commercial purposes, as confirmed by the county documents. STORY 3:  Drive-Thru Flu Shots Available in Woodstock Oct. 1 The North Georgia Health District is offering drive-thru flu shots across several counties this October. Cherokee County will have its clinic on October 1, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Woodstock Health Center. Flu shots are free with most health plans; otherwise, the cost is $25 for a regular vaccine and $65 for a high-dose version for those 65 and older. The updated flu vaccine this season will be trivalent, covering three influenza strains, excluding the B/Yamagata lineage. High-dose vaccines contain more antigen and are recommended for seniors. For more information, visit the CDC's website.   We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info.    Back in a moment  Break: DRAKE STORY 4:  Police Increase Patrols at Cherokee Schools After Apalachee Shooting In response to the recent deadly shooting at Apalachee High School, Cherokee County School District has increased police presence at schools, according to Superintendent Mary Elizabeth Davis. Davis emphasized that student and staff safety is a top priority and detailed the district's extensive security measures, including visitor camera systems, security film, and crisis response badges. Additional police will be present at schools, and school counselors will be available for support. Concerns about school safety can be reported anonymously through CCSD's Vector Alert system. Davis expressed confidence in the district's safety protocols and appreciation for the efforts of school staff and the community. STORY 5:   Holly Springs Named Safest City in Georgia Holly Springs has been ranked as Georgia's safest city by Safe Home, with the lowest violent crime rate in the state at 16 per 100,000 people, based on FBI crime data. Braselton and Euharlee follow with rates of 20 and 23, respectively. Additionally, Ball Ground was noted for having the second lowest property crime rate in Georgia, with 104 per 100,000 people. Holly Springs also topped SafeWise's annual safest city report. For more details, visit Safe Home's report at https://www.safehome.org/safest-cities/ga. Commercial: INGLES 6 STORY 6:  Claiborne Senior Living Acquires Brickmont Portfolio in Atlanta Area Claiborne Senior Living has acquired the Brickmont portfolio in the Atlanta area, expanding its presence in the Southeast. COO Karen Doering expressed enthusiasm about integrating Brickmont communities, promising a smooth transition for residents, families, and employees. Claiborne, headquartered in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, operates senior living communities across several states, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. For more details, visit www.theclaiborne.com. STORY 7:  Cherokee Postpones Vote on Gas Station Rezoning Cherokee County commissioners have postponed a decision on a rezoning request for a gas station and retail store to Sept. 17. The request, from H. Michael Bray for Michael Wilson of Wilson Property Investments, seeks to rezone 4.085 acres from office and institutional to general commercial for a 6,400-square-foot convenience store with gas pumps and a 2,000-square-foot retail building. While some residents support the project, Commissioner Richard Weatherby requested more time to review property history. The Cherokee County Planning Commission had recommended denial. A final decision is set for Sept. 17. 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SafeWise Australia provides the latest comparisons, advice and review for smart home and security products. Managing editor Georgia Dixon joins Influencing Insider next Thursday 15th February at 1pm to discuss: What SafeWise Australia covers How to share stories with their audience The best ways to pitch SafeWise Australia About Georgia Dixon Georgia Dixon is the Managing editor at SafeWise Australia. Georgia has 10 years of experience writing about all things tech, entertainment and lifestyle, with bylines on Reviews.org, 7NEWS, Stuff.co.nz and in TechLife magazine. In 2015, she graduated from the University of Sydney with a Bachelor of Arts, specialising in digital cultures. About SafeWise Australia Whether it be popular products, how to guides, explainers, SafeWise Australia provide resources to help Australians face the unique challenges our country faces, making their mission to embrace safety as a lifestyle, turn their homes into sanctuaries and invest in their communities.

Jon Wolfenbarger, founder and chief executive officer at BullAndBearProfits.com says he foresees a market downturn of 60 percent in the next year or two, and that it could be down 50 percent from current levels a decade from now. Wolfenbarger bases that forecast on valuation levels "that are the highest they have been in history, higher than they were in 1929" or at the peak of the tech bubble. Wolfenbarger says a recession is coming soon if it hasn't already started, and that economic conditions will deteriorate from here based on indicators that are showing that trouble is about to hit home. Also on the show, Jason Callan, portfolio manager at Columbia Threadneedle Investments -- manager of the Columbia Strategic Income Fund -- says in the Big Interview that the economy still has some consequences to pay for the protracted inversion in the yield curve and how to position portfolios now that the Federal Reserve has indicated that it is likely to stop hiking rates but hasn't given more than mild ints about when it will begin cutting them. Plus, Rebecca Edwards discusses a Safewise study showing that Americans are worried about porch piracy for real reasons, notably that they will lose billions of dollars to thefts made at their doors -- and Chuck answers a listener's question about his take for the year ahead.

According to data from SafeWise.com Denver ranks 6th for porch pirates stealing stuff from your neighborhood. 

Hour 2 - Frog is getting to that age where he has homework! It isn't very hard but Frog absolutely hates doing it. According to data from SafeWise.com Denver ranks 6th for porch pirates stealing stuff from your neighborhood. Jamie has 0 plans for F1 other than she has a plane ticket. Are you the type to wing it or do you need an itinerary? Fortnight is allowing people to report audio clips from game lobbies. 

It is official Jamie is going out to Las Vegas tomorrow for the big F1 Race!! Dean McDermott opened up about his struggles with addiction and how it affected his marriage with Tori Spelling. Kyle Richards from Real Housewives says people are stupid if they think her break up with Mauricio is just a storyline. Frog is getting to that age where he has homework! It isn't very hard but Frog absolutely hates doing it. According to data from SafeWise.com Denver ranks 6th for porch pirates stealing stuff from your neighborhood. Jamie has 0 plans for F1 other than she has a plane ticket. Are you the type to wing it or do you need an itinerary? Fortnight is allowing people to report audio clips from game lobbies. SMH Dil's girlfriend wants to move in together! SMH Dil never lived with a significant other. Do you think its a good idea? BJ's Thanksgiving plans have changed a bit. Originally Lisa's side of the family wanted to do a big Mexican Thanksgiving dinner, but now Lisa's side of the family is doing their own thing and BJ, Lisa and BJ's sons plus Frog are going to have their own traditionally Thanksgiving. Jamie thinks Lisa's family doesn't like BJs cooking. Taylor Swifts and Travis Kelce's family are supposed to be meeting at the Eagles vs Chiefs game this week. Jamie LOVES the Kroger boost app. 

Rebecca Edwards is a dedicated advocate for safety, serving as the Spokesperson and Lead Expert at SafeWise. With a background in education and a passion for proactive safety measures, she empowers individuals and families to protect themselves and their communities. Rebecca's mission is to make safety a lifestyle choice for all. — Rebecca Edwards Links: Websites: https://www.safewise.com/ LinkedIn: h ttp://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-edwards-safetygeek1  — PODCAST INFO: Podcast website: https://www.womleadmag.com/podcast/ Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3YJHMoy  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2GkmpVInAQR7Fgco0pUa1B  RSS: https://feeds.libsyn.com/409442/rss  YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYDpQX16k5Uh7G7PFjMjZ8KimqoOpFF-t — CONNECT: - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/WomELLE - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/womelle - Twitter: https://twitter.com/womelle - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/womelle - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realwomelle/ — OUTLINE: 1:12 - Education to Safety Transition. 5:16 - Women's Safety Perspective. 9:52 - Safety as Lifestyle. 14:30 - Entrepreneurial Risk & Growth. 22:06 - Child Online Safety. 29:40 - Home Safety Tips. 33:31 - Digital Safety Advocacy. 38:47 - Safewise Founder Solutions.

A small tornado rated EF-0 with wind gusts estimated between 65 to 85 mph traveled through south Cherokee, damaging a car and a baseball complex in its path. The tornado snapped a few trees along Dreamcatcher Drive and continued eastward, causing more tree damage along Loraine Parkway and at Bell Park Drive and Bell Court. The tornado lifted as it reached Mill Creek Road. At the South Cherokee Recreational Complex, the tornado blew off the roof of a dugout, overturned bleachers, and blew over a press box. Volunteers from area youth baseball programs helped to clean up the site the following day. According to a report from SafeWise, Holly Springs has been named the safest city in Georgia for 2023, with a violent crime rate of zero incidents per 1,000 residents and a property crime rate of 2.7. Canton ranked 14th and Woodstock 20th on the list of safest cities in Georgia. The average violent crime rate in Georgia is 3.9, and the average property crime rate is 17.5. Violent crime in Georgia fell by about 3% and property crime decreased by about 13% compared to the previous year. The top five safest cities in Georgia are Holly Springs, Kingsland, Hampton, Johns Creek, and Barnesville. Student artists from the University of Georgia created three new murals in Downtown Ball Ground over the weekend. Led by Professor Joseph Norman and Cherokee County native Katie Brannen, the students added the murals to walls on the side of Ireland Restorative Dentistry and the corner of Mound Street and Gilmer Ferry Road. One mural featurse an illustration of a Native American playing stick ball, which is where the city got its name, another features a black and white photo of a group of men and Henry Calvin Farmer, the “engineer of the Amicalola Marble and Power Co. Railroad.”, and the final mural features a hand offering a glass Coca-Cola bottle. The pieces celebrate the city's history and culture. Gibbs Gardens in Ball Groundis bringing back its Twilight Concert Series after a three-year hiatus due to COVID-19. The concerts will feature local and regional cover bands every Saturday from May to October. Unlike previous years, admission to concerts is now an additional cost. Seating will be first-come, first-serve, and attendees may bring lawn chairs. The concerts will be held from 6-9 p.m. in May and June, and from 5-8 p.m. in September and early October. Boxed dinners from the Arbor Cafe will be available by pre-order, and the cafe will be selling food and drinks from their regular menu during the concerts. A new Middle School Honor Band program was recently launched by Cherokee County School District, with 100 young musicians from all seven middle schools performing together. The seventh and eighth grade students rehearsed and performed a concert at Dean Rusk Middle School under the direction of guest conductor Matt Price. The event was considered a "resounding success" by Dean Rusk Middle School band director Lloyd McDonald, who received positive feedback from students and parents. Cherokee County Superintendent Brian Hightower congratulated the students and thanked the band directors for organizing the program. A section of East Main Street in downtown Woodstock between Wheeler Street and Arnold Mill Road will permanently close the first week of April, the city announced, as construction crews start work associated with the City Center project. Construction fencing will be installed for work to extend Chambers Street from Wheeler Street to Arnold Mill Road. The former Ace Hardware parking lot will no longer be accessible. Access to the area will be available through the intersection of Fowler Street and Main Street during this phase of construction. The Chambers Street extension is expected to be completed this fall. An Etowah High School instructor has been named the Cherokee County School District's Teacher of the Year. Science teacher Lara McDonald is CCSD's 2023 Teacher of the Year, the district announced Thursday night at its Legacy Makers CCSD Teachers of the Year Celebration. Other educators were also honored during the event. The Legacy Makers event, held at the Northside Hospital Cherokee Conference Center in Canton, honored the Teacher of the Year for every CCSD school, including four finalists who were announced in February.   And now, as we get closer to the start of the 2023 Masters, Times-Journal Incorporated sports editor John Bednarowski joins the show to continue to take us on a tour of Augusta National presented by Ingles. #CherokeeCounty #Georgia #LocalNews           -          -          -          -          -          -          The Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast is local news for Woodstock, Canton, and all of Cherokee County. Register Here for your essential digital news.             This podcast was produced and published for the Cherokee Tribune-Ledger and TribuneLedgerNews.com by BG Ad Group     For more information be sure to visit https://www.bgpodcastnetwork.com/    https://cuofga.org/   https://www.drakerealty.com/   https://www.esogrepair.com/           See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

North and South Dakota are both known for their large expanses of farmland, sleepy towns, and close-knit communities. According to Safewise, both states' violent crime rates are lower than the national average, and their residents feel safer than in most other states. The biggest threat to North and South Dakotans usually isn't murder—it's people stealing […]

Buzz 1: Smart home is a massive market, growing at 25.3% per year [Mordor Intelligence], expected to hit $314Bn a year by 2026.… Apple's Home app, Google's Nest, Google's Home app, Airthinx for air quality monitors, myQ for smart garage doors, Asmart bed app, Dyson app, Wemo app, Nanoleaf, Govee Home app. [forbes.com] Buzz 2: Safewise surveyed 1,000 Americans 18 and older about tech spending habits. Between May 2021–May 2022, three in four bought a smart home device. 65% purchased cameras or locks, comprising 28% of all smart home tech purchases. Despite inflation, 70+% of home tech spending increased or stayed the same as previous years. [safewise.com] Buzz 3: Security.org's research found 7 in 10 homebuyers are looking for a smart home, with 78% willing to pay more for a home with smart devices – millennials more than older generations. A majority of homeowners use smart devices for convenience and time savings, followed by safety and security. Two in 3 Americans – twice as many women as men – desired a smart home security-related device more due to past 12 months' events. [security.org] We'll ask Bill Pugh at Smart Connections Consulting, Mary Nitschke at RealPage Smart Building, Leonard Lee at neXt Curve and Lee Miller at RealPage for their take on The Future of Consumer Smart Home Tech Trends 2022 and Beyond.

Buzz 1: Smart home is a massive market, growing at 25.3% per year [Mordor Intelligence], expected to hit $314Bn a year by 2026.… Apple's Home app, Google's Nest, Google's Home app, Airthinx for air quality monitors, myQ for smart garage doors, Asmart bed app, Dyson app, Wemo app, Nanoleaf, Govee Home app. [forbes.com] Buzz 2: Safewise surveyed 1,000 Americans 18 and older about tech spending habits. Between May 2021–May 2022, three in four bought a smart home device. 65% purchased cameras or locks, comprising 28% of all smart home tech purchases. Despite inflation, 70+% of home tech spending increased or stayed the same as previous years. [safewise.com] Buzz 3: Security.org's research found 7 in 10 homebuyers are looking for a smart home, with 78% willing to pay more for a home with smart devices – millennials more than older generations. A majority of homeowners use smart devices for convenience and time savings, followed by safety and security. Two in 3 Americans – twice as many women as men – desired a smart home security-related device more due to past 12 months' events. [security.org] We'll ask Bill Pugh at Smart Connections Consulting, Mary Nitschke at RealPage Smart Building, Leonard Lee at neXt Curve and Lee Miller at RealPage for their take on The Future of Consumer Smart Home Tech Trends 2022 and Beyond.

Buzz 1: Smart home is a massive market, growing at 25.3% per year [Mordor Intelligence], expected to hit $314Bn a year by 2026.… Apple's Home app, Google's Nest, Google's Home app, Airthinx for air quality monitors, myQ for smart garage doors, Asmart bed app, Dyson app, Wemo app, Nanoleaf, Govee Home app. [forbes.com] Buzz 2: Safewise surveyed 1,000 Americans 18 and older about tech spending habits. Between May 2021–May 2022, three in four bought a smart home device. 65% purchased cameras or locks, comprising 28% of all smart home tech purchases. Despite inflation, 70+% of home tech spending increased or stayed the same as previous years. [safewise.com] Buzz 3: Security.org's research found 7 in 10 homebuyers are looking for a smart home, with 78% willing to pay more for a home with smart devices – millennials more than older generations. A majority of homeowners use smart devices for convenience and time savings, followed by safety and security. Two in 3 Americans – twice as many women as men – desired a smart home security-related device more due to past 12 months' events. [security.org] We'll ask Bill Pugh at Smart Connections Consulting, Mary Nitschke at RealPage Smart Building, Leonard Lee at neXt Curve and Lee Miller at RealPage for their take on The Future of Consumer Smart Home Tech Trends 2022 and Beyond.

Hour 3 -  Nick Reed talks about a variety of topics, including:  A top pollster signaled Republican voters would be undercounted again in the weeks ahead of the 2022 Midterms Elections in November. Georgia Democratic gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams claimed on Sunday that “it is a fallacy we know exactly when a pregnancy starts.” According to an August report by SafeWise, Springfield, Missouri ranks 4th among the 10 towns most dangerous college towns in America. The ranking is based on the most recent crime report statistics and population data from the FBI for each city that exceed a population of 15,000 residents and be home to an accredited college that offered four-year degrees.

入室盗窃是最令人担忧的财产犯罪问题之一。过去五年，全美每年发生的入室盗窃案都超过100万起。尤其进入夏季，此类案件频频发生，窃贼多喜欢在白天作案。 联邦调查局（FBI）数据显示，2019年约发生了110多万起入室盗窃案，造成约30亿美元的财产损失，平均每起案件损失2,661美元。超过六成的这类案发生在居民住宅，白天作案比夜晚多出近10万起。另据司法部（DOJ）统计，在2016至2020年的五年间，入室盗窃率虽大幅下降，但2020年时，每千户家庭仍约有9.5名受害者。 美国独立居家安全网站SafeWise的安全与安保专家表示，当气温上升时，入室盗窃案的数量也随之增加。在夏季，很多人习惯在夏季开着门窗乘凉，却时常忘记锁好门窗，这就给了窃贼趁虚而入的机会。6月是入室盗窃案发生最多的月份，而6至8月期间，入室盗窃案上升了约10%。网站SafeWise建议时常忘记关门窗的民众安装门窗传感器，传感器可以发出提示警报。此外，民众大多害怕盗贼半夜闯入，但大多数盗窃案其实都发生在下午。根据调查结果，中午12点至下午4点是窃贼作案的高峰期，这个时段，在家的人也比较少。而且夏季白天较长，同时也是假日旅游高峰期，很多家中都空无一人。美国司法部早前的统计报告也显示，早上6点到下午6点之间发生入室盗窃案的概率比晚上大。 2016至2020年间美国的入室盗窃案虽逐年下降，但一年数十亿美元的损失始终让人难以忽视。只有25%的美国人使用安全系统来保护自己的财产与亲人，近40%的人没有采取任何措施来预防窃贼。 关于如何预防入室盗窃，洛杉矶县警署（LASD）分站也给出一些建议：在门窗上贴上邻里守望或家庭安全系统公司的贴纸；考虑安装提供24小时监控的家庭报警系统；搬入新家时，要重新配钥匙或更换所有的锁具；在所有滑动玻璃门窗上安装额外的锁定装置；锁好侧院门，侧门和后门是盗贼最常进入的地方；在窗户附近和围墙边种植带刺的灌木；修剪树木，避免树枝延伸至屋顶或二楼等。

加州排名前10的最安全城市中，9個都在南加州。 而北加州的Danville與Oakland，則分別包攬了加州最安全和最危險的城市排名 SafeWise的報告還指出，加州的犯罪率高於全美平均水準，其中盜竊案高出了六個百分點、暴力犯罪高出了兩個百分點。 在加州，每1，000人中平均就會發生4.4起暴力犯罪事件。 獲得完整清單 https://www.safewise.com/blog/safest-cities-california/#list

Home Security Company, Safewise, has listed Prescott Valley as the 5th safest city in Arizona for 2022 in its 8th Annual Arizona's 10 Safest Cities of 2021 report. Safewise uses FBI crime statistics and US Census population data to rank the safest cities in each state and across the country. The safest cities rankings are intended to highlight cities with low crime rates and ignite conversation and action around how to make all cities and communities safer. Prescott Valley has consistently ranked in the top 11 of Safewise Arizona's Safest Cities reports since 2018. "Thanks to the hard-working men and... For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/prescott-valley-ranked-5th-safest-city-in-arizona/

The show starts with a tribute to Stone Cold Steve Austin in honor of 3:16 day! Alli joins the show to discuss a recent experience that left her feeling unsafe and concerned. Her story inspires a conversation and fuels today's episode. Women make up over 50% of the American population and a large portion of them do not feel safe in America. An unwritten but well-known safety protocol, don't walk alone, put your keys between your knuckles, pack pepper spray, don't draw attention to yourself, tell someone your whereabouts if you happen to be alone call someone. With the help of Safewise and their 2022 survey on the state of safety in America and a 2019 survey from You Go America Keith and Alli dive into some of the events that make women feel unsafe. We hope this episode of the podcast brings awareness to women not feeling safe. Together we can identify ways to make a difference, see something, say something, do something, be the something that makes a difference. https://www.loudproudamerican.shop/https://www.facebook.com/Loudproudamericanhttps://www.instagram.com/loud_proud_american/https://www.tiktok.com/@loud_proud_americanhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmYQtOt6KVURuySWYQ2GWtw

Several Pennsylvania cities and small towns made the list of the Safest Small Towns in America and Safest Cities in America in research conducted by SafeWise.com — a home security company. Using FBI crime statistics, the company ranked towns and cities based on the number of violent crimes and property crimes per 1,000 people. Luzerne … Continue reading "Midstate towns on the list of safest from crime"

Host Pete Canavan welcomes home safety and security expert Rebecca Edwards back to the Safety Talk Podcast to discuss package theft prevention. Rebecca is a security writer for Safewise, a highly trafficked website that provides reviews, test results and buyer guides on home security products, smart home technology, and many other safety-related products. Emergency resources, […] The post Safety Talk #57 – Package Theft Prevention & Holiday Shopping Safety Tips first appeared on Safety Talk Podcast.

Today: Legacy Foundation community development director Donna Catalano and her colleague vice-president Kelly Anoe are on "Regionally Speaking" to talk about projects that include the summertime farmers' markets in Lake County and a recent series of grants going out to community organizations from the Foundation. Lakeshore Public Radio's Sharon Jackson talks with Carrie Higgins with the Porter County Tobacco Education and Prevention Coalition about the proposed "smoke-free ordinance" in Portage that is under review by the City Council. And Rebecca Edwards with "SafeWise" discusses the concerns that Hoosiers have over gun violence, as addressed in its latest "State of Safety in America's" Indiana statistics. You can read the full State of Safety report by visiting state-of-safety/ .

Home Security company Safewise has listed Prescott Valley as the 10th safest city in Arizona, and the safest city in Northern Arizona in its 7th Annual Arizona's 10 Safest Cities of 2021 report. Safewise uses FBI crime statistics and US Census population data to rank the safest cities in each state and across the country. The safest cities rankings are intended to highlight cities with low crime rates and ignite conversation and action around how to make all cities and communities safer. Prescott Valley has consistently ranked in the top 11 of Safewise Arizona's Safest Cities reports since 2018. Prescott... For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/prescott-valley-again-ranked-among-the-safest-cities-towns-in-arizona/

We have a list of the safest cities to live in along the Wasatch Front. Is your city as crime-free as Dave Noriega’s hometown of Kaysville? Andrew Hull with Safewise breaks down the new information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tis the busy season for those shipping our gift packages, but unfortunately it’s also a busy time for those stealing them! Today, we talk with Rebecca Edwards with the home security experts at SafeWise to get some tips on how to thwart the ‘porch pirates’ in your neighborhood. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A federal judge has thrown out St. Louis Circuit Attorney Kim Gardner’s lawsuit claiming racist conspiracy against her office. KMOX legal analyst Brad Young reads between the lines and lines up the tea leaves. Next, host Ryan Wrecker analyzes if and how the debates can affect undecided voters. Later, hear how SafeWise.com ranked the top ten most dangerous cities in the country, as well as the Missouri in-state rankings. Finally, get updates on an anticipated second round of stimulus checks and, of course, a gender neutral Santa Clause. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

According to a study done by insurance quotes in 2017 nearly 26 million Americans were victims of Porch Pirates. Over 200 million people shop online in the US alone. With the holidays approaching Porch Pirates will be busy. Joining me to explain what exactly you can do to protect yourself from this threat is Senior Security Expert at SafeWise Rebecca Edwards. For more information about Safewise visit: Safewise.comFollow Safewise on Facebook at: Facebook.com/SafewiseLike Safewise on Twitter: Twitter.com/Safewise https://masonverapaine.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/44.-Rebecca-Edwards-Porch-Pirates.mp3

Today we share some tips from Safewise on keeping you and your loved ones safe during the long holiday weekend! www.mvpinsure.us

Host Pete Canavan welcomes campus safety and security expert Rebecca Edwards to the Safety Talk Podcast. She is currently a writer and security compliance consultant for “SafeWise” and this episode examines many aspects of campus safety and security including policing, off campus security and how to pick a “safe school.” Rebecca is a former campus […]

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This podcast episode is from Smart Social Week: An Online Parent Conference To Get Your Kids Off Their Screens. Learn the 70+ apps your kids might use: https://smartsocial.com/social-media-webinar/ Learn from 70+ safety experts in our Smart Social Week Conference: https://smartsocial.com/smart-social-week/ Unlock 70+ videos your kids watch to learn how to shine online in Parent University: https://smartsocial.com/parent-university/ Read this episode on our blog Subscribe to our podcast on: iTunes – Google Play – Stitcher Radio – Spotify – Web Player Hire Josh Ochs to speak at your organization. Next Steps for Podcast Listeners: --> Register for our new free social media safety webinar. Join Parent University to get videos to watch with your kids so they can better understand WHY they need to be smart online. Please share this episode with a friend and subscribe so we can help more parents. Thanks for all your support. Join our next webinar to learn the 30 worst apps your students should never use: https://smartsocial.com/social-media-webinar/ Join Parent University to get videos to watch with your kids so they can better understand WHY they need to be smart online. View the top 70+ good and bad teen apps in our Popular App Guide page for Parents and Educators. We asked Sage Singleton, who is a Security & Safety Expert at SafeWise, to share 5 tips to help parents protect their family’s personal security and safety online. Learn how to handle cyber bullying, protect your family from identity theft, and discuss online predators with your children. What parents need to know about online personal security and safety Use parental control software — Parental control software records your child’s online activity and blocks inappropriate material. Place the computer in a highly trafficked area — Helps minimize the risk that kids will end up on a dark part of the internet. Bookmark for safety — Don’t let kids surf the web. Avoid downloads — Always ask before you download anything. Set time limits — Set screen time limits and stick to them Stay connected and engaged — Talk to your kids and actively be involved in their life. Address situations as they come up — Don’t let something get out of control before you talk about it or handle it. The internet is not inherently good or bad. Like all things, there are pros and cons. The internet is great for children’s education and entertainment and provides plenty of opportunities for learning and growth. However, cyber threats are real and are among the biggest concerns for children’s safety and well-being. So, how can parents be proactive and safeguard their children from cybercrime? Here are some common cyber threats and actionable tips to protect your children: 1. Cyberbullying Cyberbullying is a very common threat to kids and teens online. In fact, 52 percent of teens with a tech device report being cyberbullied, but only 6 percent of parents are aware that their child is a victim. To prevent cyberbullying, it’s important to stay involved in your child’s life and actively know what is going on. Report harassment immediately. Maintain an open, safe environment. Encourage your child to tell you about any hurtful or offensive messages they encounter. Keep a record of the problem and threats, and if necessary, involve teachers, school districts, or law enforcement. Block bullies on social media immediately. 2. Identity theft Because children have clean credit records, they are often the target for identity theft. Most parents aren’t checking their child’s credit report, which enables criminals to use the identity for years, undetected. Keep personal information private and offline. Avoid posting any identifying information on social media, such as: Name Date of birth Address Check credit reports periodically. Contact law enforcement and the bank if something seems amiss. 3. Sexual Predators Sexual predators use personal information posted on social media to learn about their victim and make unwanted sexual advances through the internet. While it’s a sensitive topic, parents need to discuss it with their children. Use appropriate language to discuss online sexual threats. Set privacy settings on children’s social media profiles. Check in on their online activity periodically. 4. Password hacking and breach of personal information Don’t allow your child to post things like their full name, complete address, date of birth, or any information that can be used to steal their identity. Remind your child never to give out personal information without checking with you first and caution them against taking online surveys or quizzes, as criminals can use information submitted through these formats to steal identities. Don’t share your passwords, even with close friends. Create strong passwords that are hard to crack. Remind children to never share their passwords and explain why it could be a problem. Keep your antivirus protection up to date on your computers. As children get older, they will likely get their own email accounts and have more access to scams on the internet. Teach them never to open suspicious links, give personal financial information away, and avoid email scams and malware. 5. Online shopping As your child gets older, they may start to online shop. To avoid financial scams, teach your teens the following principles about online shopping: Use your credit card when online shopping. Use your credit card instead of a debit card when shopping online or using payment services like PayPal. If you’re hacked, it’s easier for hackers to get your information because debit cards are linked directly to your bank account. Credits cards have more protection in case you’re hacked. Shop on secure sites. It may seem obvious, but make sure you are shopping on a legitimate, secure website before entering any payment information. To ensure the site is encrypted, make sure it says “https.” All legitimate shopping sites will have an “s” after the http. Avoid malware scams. The holidays are a great time for scammers to send out viruses and malware via email. Never open an email from an anonymous sender. You may unknowingly open a malware link and infect your computer. Also, if you get an email from your bank or financial institution saying they need your information, call the bank to verify it’s legitimate. Don’t shop on a public network. It may be convenient to shop at your local coffee shop, but you should never put your information into a computer on a public network. Hackers can easily access free hotspots and get your personal information. 6. Post cautiously on social media It’s essential to be savvy and cautious when posting to social media, and a picture says a thousand words. While we all want to post about our upcoming vacation, newest purchase, or location of our Friday night out, it’s important to post with caution. Social media gives everyone, including strangers, a clear view into your world, leaving you vulnerable and exposed. Posting a photo to Facebook gives strangers a lot of information. For example, your child may innocently post a picture of their baseball team, but that photo tells people which number you are on the team, which school you go to, and who you associate with. Kids may not realize that posting a picture or updating their location status could be hazardous. Wait until after a vacation to post pictures and don’t “check in” at a hotel, restaurant, or airport. Personal security and safety do’s and don’ts: Do Let your parent know right away when you receive a message from a stranger. Keep passwords private. Ask your parents before creating a social media account or downloading anything. Ask your parents before you post to social media. Don’t Don’t give out personal information. Don’t bully and let parents know if you are bullied. Don’t meet someone you met online in person. Don’t accept friend requests from people you don’t know. Internet Stats The average age for a child to get a smartphone: 10 52% of teens with tech access report being cyberbullied 64% of kids have access to their own laptop or smart device 39% of kids are on social media by age 11 7.5 million Facebook users are under 13 6% of parents are aware their kids are being cyberbullied Conclusion Online threats are real and are among the biggest concerns for children’s safety and well-being, so it’s important to be proactive with your family’s online security. Being involved in your child’s life, regularly checking their credit scores, having a dialog about online predators, reminding them not to share personal information online, and teaching them to post cautiously on social media can help protect your children from cyber threats. Register today for Smart Social Week: An Online Parent Conference To Get Your Kids Off Their Screens.

This podcast episode is from Smart Social Week: An Online Parent Conference To Get Your Kids Off Their Screens. Learn the 70+ apps your kids might use: https://smartsocial.com/social-media-webinar/ Learn from 70+ safety experts in our Smart Social Week Conference: https://smartsocial.com/smart-social-week/ Unlock 70+ videos your kids watch to learn how to shine online in Parent University: https://smartsocial.com/parent-university/ Read this episode on our blog Subscribe to our podcast on: iTunes – Google Play – Stitcher Radio – Spotify – Web Player Hire Josh Ochs to speak at your organization. Next Steps for Podcast Listeners: --> Register for our new free social media safety webinar. Join Parent University to get videos to watch with your kids so they can better understand WHY they need to be smart online. Please share this episode with a friend and subscribe so we can help more parents. Thanks for all your support. Join our next webinar to learn the 30 worst apps your students should never use: https://smartsocial.com/social-media-webinar/ Join Parent University to get videos to watch with your kids so they can better understand WHY they need to be smart online. View the top 70+ good and bad teen apps in our Popular App Guide page for Parents and Educators. For many parents, giving their child their first cell phone can be intimidating. Unlike driving, there’s no set age for teens to start having access to their own cell phones. The right time to get a cell phone is different for every student, but once your student has one, how can you ensure that they stay safe? From social media apps, to internet access, to unlimited texting capabilities, it can feel overwhelming for parents. So, we asked 5 experts to share their best tips parents can use for keeping kids safe before and after giving them their first phone. 1. The biggest indicator that a child is ready for their first cell phone is how they handle other responsibilities Cory Peppler, Parenting Digital Despite the focus we often put on age or grade level, the biggest indicator that a child is ready for their first cell phone is how they handle other responsibilities that we give them. How well do they care for the dog they begged for? Are we constantly reminding them about the chore chart on the fridge? How smoothly do they transition off the tablet without fussing after watching an hour of YouTube videos? If they’ve earned trust and proven maturity in these situations, those are good litmus tests. Problems in the past shouldn’t be overlooked when making this decision. If there have been issues with sneakiness or watching things they shouldn’t, these will likely be amplified when you put a smartphone in their hand. If you’ve discovered the iPad under their bed, they are likely to violate the “no devices in the bedroom” rule with their phone. If your child has had difficulty in the past with these behaviors, start small and set restrictions when giving them their first cell phone. We want to be able to trust our children, especially with devices that allow the outside world in. To do so, we have to start with trust that has been earned in both digital and non-digital situations. 2. There is no magic age when a child is ready for a cell phone Hamna Amjad, Ridester If you are wondering what the right age is to give your child a cell phone, there is no magic number. Instead, you should consider whether your child is mature enough to handle having a cell phone. Here are some things to consider if your child really wants to have a cell phone: Does your child lose things easily? Does your child need the phone for safety reasons or just to play games? Do they want to be in touch with their friends on social media? Are they aware of the importance of having privacy? Do they know what to share and what not to share? Would having a cell phone affect their studies and other physical activities? Can they abide by the limits you set for them? If your child understands all of the responsibilities, then there is no harm in getting them a phone. However, you still need to set a few rules before giving them their phone, such as no cell phones in their bedroom at night, at the dinner table, or during family time. 3. Validate your child’s feelings while reminding them that having a cell phone is a privilege and responsibility Rebecca Edwards, SafeWise, @SafeWise There is no right answer to this question, but typically parents wait until their children are at least between the ages of 10-12 to give them their first cell phone. The age may be older depending on your child. When deciding the appropriate time to let your child use a cell phone, here are some things to consider: How is their temperament? Are they emotionally mature? Are they impulsive? Can they express their feelings with words? Do they lose things often? Are they able to take care of expensive things? Do they have self-restraint or self-discipline? How do they respond to limiting their screen time? Do they struggle with focusing? Do they understand technology and the concept of a digital footprint? If you have a child that tends to make impulsive decisions, has difficulty focusing, or has a hard time picking up on social cues, you may want to start them out with a phone that is limited to only texting and calling capabilities. Once you have decided that it’s an appropriate time for your child to get their own phone, have a conversation with them to talk about what the rules should be: Ask them why they want a phone and what they want to use it for. Validate their feelings and tell them that you understand why they want a phone, but remind them that it is a privilege and responsibility. Make your expectations clear before you give them the phone. Talk about your values, the pros and cons of using a smartphone, and the importance of setting limits (for everyone, not just kids). Be clear about what will happen if the expectations are not met. Decide together on acceptable consequences if the phone is broken or lost, they go over on data, they break screen time rules, post/text inappropriately, etc. Have a written agreement if you think it’s necessary. Talk about not only what you expect, but why. For example, no phones during designated homework time to make sure you can get your work done without distractions. Another rule might be that no one can use their phones during a certain period of time, so the family can spend time together and talk to each other in person. If they are allowed to use their phone for social media, have a separate conversation about their digital footprint and how their posts on the internet can affect their future. Emphasize the importance of showing restraint and being careful about what they post online (i.e. things you post now will be on the internet forever and could be seen by future employers or colleges). Follow the same rules you set for your children to model positive screen time behavior and reinforce the value that you place on the guidelines you have set. If you have different rules for yourself, then your guidelines will lose meaning. 4. Set up clear guidelines for all phone use John DeGarmo, The Foster Care Institute, @DrJohnDeGarmo Check your child’s phone nightly to see who is reaching out to them and who they are reaching out to. Remember, you are not your child’s friend, you are their parent. You are protecting them from predators and others who seek to harm them in some way. Become involved in your child’s life, interests, and activities, both online and offline. Be persistent in warning your children about dangerous and inappropriate sites. Protective filters and browsers should be in place, helping to block your child from accessing these sites. Set up clear guidelines for all phone use with your child, and post these as a consistent reminder. Closely monitor your child’s online actions – as well as their cell phone – for any disturbing messages, texts, and pictures. Let them know you will be doing so. Remind your student not to believe everything that comes across their phone. Teach your child to bring to your attention any site or contact that might be suspicious in nature. Keep credit card details somewhere safe where children can’t access them and never save credit card details online. Make sure that ‘click to buy’ options are not activated. Lastly, teach your child about the realities and dangers of child predators who prowl the internet, looking to target children. 5. Set a good example Julia Cook, Parenting Expert Before getting your child their first cell phone, ask yourself, “Does my child need a cell phone, or do they just want one?” Make sure you set a good cell phone user example for your child. For example, you cannot expect your child to not text and drive if they see you do it. For younger children, avoid phones with texting or IM capabilities. Program in all names and numbers that are important for your child to know. Discourage your child from answering numbers that he/she does not recognize. Thoroughly discuss how, when, and why the phone should be used. For older children, reinforce the how, when, and why the phone should be used. Always expect your child to answer calls from you. Make sure the phone is turned off at night. Strongly discourage cell phone use during meals and other family times. Purchase the texting plan that works best for your family. Monitor your child’s text messages, phone calls, and times of usage. Have your child review your cell phone bill with you. Discuss and strongly discourage cyberbullying, sexting, texting/talking while driving, and other inappropriate cell phone behaviors. Establish and enforce realistic consequences for improper cell phone use. Remember, the cell phone is never the cause of the problem…it’s the person using the cell phone that causes the problem. 6. Have an honest and open conversation about parental controls Barb Harvey, Parents, Teachers and Advocates, Inc Parents often wonder if using parental controls is an invasion of privacy. Consider the stage of life your children are in. Remember the stage of a two year old where they were constantly getting into things and exploring because they were curious? Teens are in the same stage, only they are now exploring the world of adulthood. When children are two parents can put them in a high chair or playpen to keep them safe. Now as a teen, we have parental controls for safety. It is a safety measure to monitor their curiosities and to answer their questions before they get bad advice or are preyed upon online. The important thing here is to sit down and have an honest and open conversation about parental controls. You can start the conversation by saying, “this is not your phone, this is my phone. I am letting you use it. It is a privilege and I am going to monitor your use of it.” Then the conversation can go from there. I suggest using a monitoring tool that first flags inappropriate hashtags or abbreviations. Then, look for tools that will flag online bullying texts or posts. You’ll also want to use time controls. Teens can get to talking at 9PM and not realize it is 1AM. A time limit helps teens control those late night calls. Once teens are old enough to go out at night with their friends, the times can be adjusted. Finally, use phone tracking, which is available on most iPhones. It’s important for parents to be able to tell where their teens are and a tracking program is ideal for this. 7. Utilize the phone as a learning device Arvin Vohra, Vohra Method Before a student gets a phone, parents should frame the phone as a learning device. The parents should have the student agree to use the phone educational training at least one hour per day. Once the student has the phone, it’s usually too late to build that habit. Because of their constant presence, phones are great for learning anything that needs to be memorized (vocabulary, language, states and capitals, etc.). 8. Just because other kids your child’s age have cell phones, doesn’t mean yours is ready Holly Zink, Digital Addicts Often, parents buy their child’s first cell phone when other kids their age start to get them. However, this is not always the right move. Many parents today are giving their child a smartphone before it’s really necessary for them to have one. The best time to get your child their first cell phone is when they start participating in activities and sports that require them to call you for a ride or tell you that they got home safely. Below are some tips to help your child prepare for their first cell phone: Create a set of cell phone rules for them to follow. Before you get your child their first cell phone, create a set of rules that both you and your child agree upon. Some rules could include not using the phone during dinner, promptly responding to texts from you, and not messaging with strangers. Having cell phone rules that are set in stone prior to them getting their phone will help prevent any future confusion or arguments. Ask your child what they would like in a phone. Often, parents just decide what phone to get their child based on what’s affordable. To make the cell phone search more enjoyable, ask your child what they would like in a phone. For example, your child may want a cell phone with a great camera so they can take photos. Have them interact with cell phones at your local seller. Since they haven’t handled cell phones before, it’s important to let your child interact with them at your local seller. See what they like or dislike, and give them the opportunity to ask the cell phone sellers questions. This will better inform your child about potential cell phone options, how to use them, and other technical aspects. 9. Use a smartphone alternative for your child’s first phone Dr. Gary Brown, Family Counselor, @GaryBrownPHD Parents can start their child with a smartphone or, for the youngest cell phone users, introduce your child to the idea of a “dumb phone”. That is a phone that you can only use for phone calls and texting. You would not use it to gain internet access. This provides a level of safety that a smartphone with childproof software cannot offer. Parents who have made this choice with kids as young as 9-10 have found this to be the more stress-free alternative. 10. Use cell phones to teach your student financial responsibility Airto Zamorano, Numana SEO, @NumanaSEO If you’re debating whether or not to give your child their first phone, consider turning it into an exercise that will teach your student financial responsibility. Create a tracker for your child’s chores and assign a budget for the cost of their phone, plus their allowance. Each chore should equal a dollar amount, so if they fail to complete one, then they lose some of their weekly budget. Children really enjoy this sense of responsibility and the freedom of having their own phone. Conclusion Instead of using age as an indicator that your child is ready for their first cell phone, monitor how they handle other responsibilities. Once your child has proven their maturity and earned trust in both digital and real-life situations, they are ready for their first cell phone. To help your child develop a healthy relationship with screen time, set guidelines and explain the purpose of each one before giving them access to their first phone. Some parents might find it helpful to write the guidelines down on paper and create a family cell phone contract. Regardless of whether or not your child is ready for their first cell phone, it’s important to have regular a discussion with them, model positive screen time behaviors, and monitor how they handle other responsibilities. Register today for Smart Social Week: An Online Parent Conference To Get Your Kids Off Their Screens.

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