Click Smart – Stay Cyber Safe

Tip: Know the Warning Signs of Phishing Scams

February 2026

Phishing scams are getting smarter, but with a little awareness, you can spot them before they cause damage. These scams are designed to trick you into acting fast or giving up personal information. Here are some key clues to watch for:

Pressure or Fear Tactics

Messages that say things like “Act now!” or “Your account will be locked” are meant to rush you. Scammers want panic, not careful thinking.

Strange or Slightly Off Email Addresses

Always look closely at who sent the message. Even small misspellings or extra characters in an email address can be a big red flag.

Links That Don’t Look Right

Before clicking, hover over links to see where they really lead. If the web address looks odd or doesn’t match the company’s official site, don’t click.

Unexpected Attachments

Be cautious with files you weren’t expecting, especially if the message asks you to enable content or macros. These attachments can carry harmful software.

Requests for Sensitive Information

Legitimate companies almost never ask for passwords, Social Security numbers, or payment details by email or text. If they do, that’s a strong warning sign.

The best defense is simple: slow down, double-check the details, and trust your instincts. If something doesn’t feel right, contact the organization directly using a phone number or website you know is legitimate. Staying alert can help keep your information, and your devices, safe.

Hidden Stories Among Us

February 2026

A fragile letter written by a young soldier in 1953 resurfaced in a North Dakota mailbox, reopening memories of war, family, and a story that refused to stay lost.

Message from the CEO

February 2026

Rural is who we are. Find out how new technology, communication, and care solutions are making life easier in the small towns we call home.

Love in Action

February 2026

BEK loves to give! This February, learn the best ways to request support for your hometown projects through grants that help rural communities grow, innovate, and thrive.

BEK TV Helps Lift Local Nonprofits

February 2026

BEK TV is teaming up with Giving Hearts Day! See how our sports broadcasts are boosting local nonprofits ahead of Feb. 12, one of the region’s biggest days of generosity.

Billing Made Simple

February 2026

Auto Pay dates are changing for BEK customers beginning March 3. One payment date, easier billing, and a chance to earn a $5 credit. Here’s what every member needs to know.

Apply Today

February 2026

Scholarship deadlines are coming fast! BEK is offering thousands of dollars to help local students take their next step. Don’t miss your chance, and learn which scholarships you may qualify for.

Front-Row Seats to Local Hoops on BEK TV

February 2026

Big games. Big moments. BEK TV is bringing District 2 Region 1 basketball from Valley City and Jamestown straight to your screen.

What’s On Your Mind? With Scott Hennen

February 2026

Heads up, viewers! What’s On Your Mind? has a new start time on BEK TV. Find out when to tune in and why this straight-talk show is still a must-watch.

Behind the Board

February 2026

From farm fields to fiber networks, Ed Everson’s journey is pure rural North Dakota. Meet the BEK Board Director whose life, work ethic, and belief in fiber put members first.

BEK Earns Top Cybersecurity Honor for 3rd Year

February 2026

BEK just won a national award for the third year in a row, and it affects your home, business, and even BEK TV. Find out why cybersecurity in rural ND matters now more than ever.

Apply Today for A Trip to Washington, D.C.

February 2026

An unforgettable trip to Washington, D.C. is waiting for rural students. The 2026 FRS Youth Tour spots are filling fast—see why BEK is encouraging local youth to apply now.

Building Smarter Rural Communities Together

February 2026

What does it mean to be a Smart Rural Community? See how BEK’s participation in the national NTCA program is helping to bring smarter technology and stronger opportunity to rural North Dakota.