Sioux Falls Beware: Unpaid Toll Violations On The Rise [SCAM]

Everyone in our daily lunch group has received a text alerting them that they have an unpaid toll violation. This is most likely a scam.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) advises you NOT to open the link because there is a very good chance that this is a phishing scam attempting to separate you from your hard-earned money.

"You get a text out of the blue that says you have unpaid tolls and need to pay immediately. The scammy text might show a dollar amount for how much you supposedly owe and include a link that takes you to a page to enter your bank or credit card info — but it’s a phishing scam. Not only is the scammer trying to steal your money, but if you click the link, they could get your personal info (like your driver’s license number) — and even steal your identity." ~ Federal Communications Commission

I personally have received an official-looking letter in the mail alerting me that I ran tolls in Colorado and need to pay up. I haven't been in Colorado in 4 years so I knew something was up. I called the number in the letter and a person answered. It sounded like I woke him from a nap. I asked him to give me the plate number that was "caught on camera" busting a toll. He could not give me an answer or even what state the plate was issued in. I told him this is a scam and would be contacting the State Attorney's Office and he hung up.

The scammers are getting crafty. Protect yourself and your money by immediately deleting unwanted or suspicious texts.

17 Animals You Can Hunt All Year in South Dakota

South Dakota loves to hunt. It's not only one of the state's most popular pastimes, but it's also big business. Especially South Dakota's famous Pheasant season.

There are seasons for hunting deer, antelope, turkey, and even bison. Plenty of opportunities to get that freezer in the garage stocked up.

The South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks Department is the place to go for info about hunting licenses and specific rules and regulations for hunting in South Dakota.

GET: South Dakota Hunting and Trapping Handbook

Hunting most game in South Dakota is restricted to specific hunting seasons. Like deer and pheasant seasons in the fall.

But there are also animals you can hunt year-round in South Dakota.

There are still some rules to follow, like where exactly you can hunt. South Dakota has millions of acres of public and private land to hunt on. And you'll still need a hunting license.

So, always check with the South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks Department for the latest information and regulations.

LOOK: South Dakota Is Home to the World’s Largest Pheasant [PICTURES]

Gallery Credit: Ben Kuhns

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Best Hiking Trails Around Sioux Falls

There's nothing like spending a few hours outdoors enjoying all that Mother Nature has to offer. And what better place to explore but right in your own backyard?

The Sioux Falls area has some fantastic hiking trails. Thanks to Experience Sioux Falls and their hiking guide we can start exploring today.

What a great resource, Experience Sioux Falls is really on top of everything our city has to offer and that includes scenic outdoor fun.

You may think that all these places are part of a state park. Well, some are which require a State Park sticker to enter. And some you don't.

Source: Beware: Surge In Phishing Scams Targeting Unpaid Toll Violations Hits Sioux Falls

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