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Show were “THE OGDEN VALLEY NEWS Page 3 February 15, 2006 we 1. Children and teenagers should be supervised at all times when entering the Internet. Put your computer in an open area where you can see what they are doing online. Establish ground rules. Children and teenagers should not give out personal information over the Internet. They should not post pictures, write about family matters, or share information about school. eep an open line of communication with them and talk to them about the issue of cyber crime. They need to understand the dangers, but they also need to trust you enough to tell you what is going on. . Report suspicious and inappropriate things you find online whenever you or your children come across them. “Be assured that my office is committed to protecting your families from cyber predators,” says Sheriff Slater. Sheriff Brad Slater has been a law enforcement professional for over twentyfive years. Born and raised in Slaterville, Utah, Sheriff Slater is the current elected sheriff of Weber County. For more information about the Weber County Sheriff’s Office, visit <www.co.weber.ut.us/sheriff> A few parents in the Valley would like to start a family home-schooling co-op. Ou goal is to provide a supplemental learning environment offered by the talent within our group. We have loosely decided to hold classes one day a week with an additional field day and/or fieldtrip whenever the opportunity or desire arises. The classes could be mini classes such as techniques in art or jewelry making, or a series such as Early American Literature or The Making of Our Constitution. The possibilities are as numerous as our creativity, needs, and willingness to participate allow. This is not a school nor is it meant to replace your primary schooling activities; this program is only meant to supplement them. There will be no fees except those associated with a particular course or class. Come to a meeting March 3 at 10:00 a.m. at the Ogden Valley Library. As a group, we can discuss our desires, needs, and expectations. At this meeting, it’s our hope to work out the basic structure of the group. If you have any questions, or would like more information, please call one of the following: Tammy Peterson (745-0276), Suzan Weaver (745-0211), or Laura Warburton (745-8811). 5 tracks information unbeknownst to the user, often resulting in the discovery and stealing of credit card numbers, social security information, and other personal information. The latest trend in identity theft is what officials call “pharming” — a tactic used by criminals to redirect users from legitimate websites to fraudulent sites or proxy servers that look legitimate without any overt indication they are doing so. Recently, here in Utah some people have become victims of identity theft in which a seemingly legitimate site requests updates on personal acc ‘ount informa c ition for “security reasons.” Identity theft crimes are occurring more and more often here in Weber County. The Weber County Sheriff’s Office has the following tips to prevent cyber predators from entering your lives: Medical Reserve Corps Being Organized by County The Advisory Board the Weber-Morgan Medical Reserve Corps is pleased to announce the organization of the Weber-Morgan Medical Reserve Corps. A medical reserve corps is a cadre of volunteer healthcare professionals, either retired or actively working, who are willing to volunteer in either times of disaster or other medical need, including, but not limited to, mass immunization clinics, and outreach and prevention educational programs, etc. Th health care professionals we are interested in finding to participate in this program ar physicians, nurses, physician assistants or nurse practitioners, pharmacists, EMTs, dentists, veterinarians, epidemiologists, infectious disease specialists. In addition, there is a need for volunteer interpreters, chaplains, amateur radio operators, logistics experts, egal advisors, and others who might fill support positions. f you, or someone you know, have an interest in this program, please contact either Donna Petersen or George Chino at the Weber-Morgan County Health Department. George Chino: 8 <gchino@co.weber.ut.us> Donna Petersen: 801-399-7238, <dpeterse@co.weber.ut.us> oO In the last ten years, the Internet has come one of the very best resources for information, shopping, and in many cases, a sense of community. But alongside the effective uses, the Internet has also become a harmful tool for cyber predator’s intent on stealing private information or worse, harming our children. “A proactive approach to online safety, especially during the holidays when children are out of school and online activity rises markedly, is the key to ensuring safety,” says Sheriff Brad Slater. Six out of ten children online have received an e-mail or instant message from a perfect stranger and more than half have responded, while 1 in 33 children have been aggressively solicited to meet their cyber friend in person. Teenagers are particularly at risk owing, in no small part, to the amount of unsupervised time they spend online and the increased likelihood that they’ll participate in online discussions regarding relationships, companionship, or sexual activity. Recently, a 37-year-old man molested a 16 year old girl after they met on MySpace.com. The man misrepresented himself when he exchanged messages online with the teen. Then, he showed up at the girl’s after-school job, followed her to the parking lot, forced her into his car, and attacked her. The assailant knew where she worked because she had posted it on her MySpace profile. “This is the dark side of teen blogging and social networking,” says Sheriff Slater. “Along with favorite bands and best friends, kids are blogging phone numbers, class schedules, their parent’s schedules, and other personal information that makes them vulnerable to anyone who wants to track them down.” Indeed, local law enforcement investigators, including Weber County Sheriff’s Office detectives, regularly investigate Internet crimes against children and numerous arrests have been made. In addition, the Federal Trade Commission reports that some ten million Americans annually are victims of another form of cyber crime: identity theft. A common tactic used by cyber predators involves invasive spy ware—a program hidden inside an otherwise harmless looking file which monitors and Meeting Organized for Parents Interested in Supplementing their Children’s Educational Opportunities oO Weber County Sheriff’s Office Warns Local Citizens About the Threats of Cyber Predators Serve to Save Dinner March 22nd 6-8 p.m. Valley Elementary School gym $30 pe r ticket Coach McBride keynote speaker 100% proceeds go to Ogden Rescue Mission. Wolf Creek Resort Proudly Presents The Second Annual WIE Music Festival February 25th February 17-20, 2006 at Wolf Creek Grille The following events will take place in Teas 2006 President's Day Fae ern the Wolf Creek Resort Clubhouse. The Wall Street Journal writers created this fun event so people would open that special bottle of wine they've been saving... Bring your “special bottle”’* & come dine with us. Friday, February 17 Artist Reception - 7:00-9:00 pm in Tracks Featured artists: Bill Barber, Alison Benjamin, Dou Braithwaite, Julie Brandt, Robert Call, David Fantl Lynn Federspiel-Young, Jerry Hancock, Steve Johnson, Garry Mealor, Desmond O'Hagan, Hadley Rampton, Marsha Rasmussen, Steve Songer, and Eric Zschiesche. When you're done, we would like you to sign the bottle Saturday, February 18 and we'll use it in.a great display in the restaurant. Art Show - 4:00-9:00 pm | Pig ae Music in the Rusty Cactus The Grille is open from 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. on Saturday 4:00-7:00 pm — Red Desert 7:00-10:00 pm Ridin’ the Fault Line Special Hors D’Oeuvres available Torch Light Parade and Fireworks AAO Re eek Deck viewing at 9:00 pm Sunday, February 19 *Utah State law requires we charge a $1 corkage fee. All bottles must have UDABC stamps. Art Show — 4:00-9:00 pm WI CeR RE s QO os \) RT For more information call 866-0111 3900 N. Wolf Creek Drive Eden, UT Ore Legg es) Art Show - 4:00-9:00 pm VS Ei RESORT 801-745-3737 WILKERSON FINE ART www.wilkersonfineart.com 801-745-9557 Wolf Creek Resort Clubhouse 3900 N. Wolf Creek Drive www.wolfcreekresort.com |