The National Do Not Call Registry was established to address unwanted telemarketing calls. The registry applies to all telemarketers, with exceptions for businesses with which you have an existing relationship, as well as certain nonprofit and political organizations. Commercial telemarketers are not allowed to call you if your number is listed on the registry. Consumers […]
Most home Wi‑Fi networks are set up once and rarely revisited. But one simple feature that often gets overlooked is the guest network. It may seem like a small setting, but it plays an important role in protecting your home network and improving overall performance. Understanding how and when to use a guest network can […]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MACON, MO — June 3, 2026 — Community members, law enforcement and frontline professionals came together at the Macon Expo Center on June 1 and 2 for two impactful Human Trafficking Awareness Training events aimed at strengthening awareness, improving identification and enhancing response efforts across northeast Missouri. On June 1, the Community […]
When it comes to internet service and home Wi‑Fi, there’s more that affects your experience than you might expect. Some of the most common beliefs about internet performance don’t tell the full story—and understanding what actually affects your connection can help you get more from it, especially when choosing which provider is right for you. […]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MACON, MO – May 19, 2026 — Chariton Valley and Macon Electric Cooperative continued their strong partnership through their collaborative community outreach initiative, Co-ops in Action, with a service project held Tuesday, May 19, 2026. Launched in 2017, the Co-ops in Action program brings together employees from both cooperatives to complete quarterly service […]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MACON, MO – May 14, 2026 — Chariton Valley is strengthening its commitment to customers and communities by helping seniors stay safe in an increasingly digital world. Following a successful Senior Safety Class held Wednesday, May 13, at the Macon Senior Center, Chariton Valley continues to expand its efforts to educate older […]
