As technology continues to advance, it is sometimes assumed that transactions are more secure and the chances of theft are lower. Unfortunately that is not the case. In fact, identity thieves are becoming craftier and are using the gains in technology to their advantage.

Skimmers are devices that are attached in close proximity to or directly over an ATM’s factory-installed card reader. It reads the magnetic strip on your card, and the more advanced criminals install tiny pinpoint cameras that can capture personal identification numbers, as well.

The Mosaic Shop, located in Pear Orchard Village off East County Line Road, has been in operation since 2002. Previously located in Texas, owner Wanda Hendrix and her husband moved the shop to Mississippi four years ago to be closer to their grandchildren. Customers can choose a project and finish it in one sitting or come back as many times as needed at no additional charge. The wood cutout, which is the base for the project, has a price attached that includes glass, tile, jewelry, glue, and anything else you find in the store to create your very own mosaic.

I made the mistake of switching from Retriever once and will not again. Cliff is so informed about the issues today with technology and security. He made a believer out of me.”

The Mississippi Hospitality and Beverage Association hosted its annual convention in Philadelphia in early August 2010. President and CEO of Retriever Services Cliff Torrence was invited to be one of the keynote speakers.

Undoubtedly, Retriever is giving us the best there is.”

Summertime in the South guarantees temperatures in the upper 90s if it’s not triple digits. And what is summer without some pool time and golfing? Thank goodness our friends Jeff and Meryl Wiggins at Cart-N-Swim, LLC, in Ponchatoula, Louisiana, are there to supply you with all the proper tools for a fun-filled summer. “We worked [...]