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Do I Need a Home Security System? Home security systems are more important than ever. Read on to find out what you gain when you invest in home security.   Burglar Deterrent According to alarms.org homes without a security system are 300% more likely to be burglarized. The same website also states that 83% of burglars admitted to checking for alarms before they break into a home and that 60% would change their mind about breaking in if they see that a security system is installed...

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According to the FTC, in 2019 the average loss of money per scam phone call was $1,000 for those who did not quickly hang up. Scammers are sneaky and good at tricking you out of your money. Here are a few scams to be on the lookout for this year: Fake Debt Collectors will call you pretending to collect on outstanding debt you may have...

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SkyLine/SkyBest is proud to provide fiber-optic technologies to many communities located in this region of northwest North Carolina.  The map below illustrates how concentrated fiber connectivity is readily available in this corner of the state.  SkyLine’s fiber investment across its network over the past 30 years exceeds $230 million, earning the distinction of having the most extensive fiber infrastructure in northwest North Carolina...

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Mashed Potatoes’ Second Coming 3 cups cold mashed potatoes 1 tablespoon sour cream 1/3 cup Herbdacious 2/3 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt 2 8-ounce packs of sliced bacon 6 Tablespoons unsalted butter Directions 1...

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10 Ways you can Support Local Businesses during COVID-19 Shop online – Many businesses already have an online presence whether that is a full-blown website or through social media.  Look them up! See what they are offering and make your purchases without leaving the safety of your home...

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Maintaining Productivity While Working From Home In light of COVID – 19, a number of companies are implementing a work from home policy in order to minimize the spread of the virus. Likewise, any symptom of sickness in oneself or a family member has people choosing to forgo the office and stay at home...

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A planned system outage in our Jefferson and West Jefferson service areas is scheduled for necessary equipment updates. Please review this important information as your services may be impacted. Please be advised that SkyLine/SkyBest has scheduled necessary equipment updates to take place from 11:59pm on Tuesday, December 3rd to 4:00am on Wednesday, December 4th, 2019...

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