The Rest of On Your Side
By Ashley Reynolds
The Rest of On Your SideMay 03, 2021
Catalytic Converter Theft at Airport, Summer Remodel Project Warning, What to Buy in May
Crooks are brazen when it comes to stealing catalytic converters. The latest targeted area has security and it's own police force. The crook still did the crime. Ashley has a warning if you plan to embark on a summer remodel project. Plus, what to buy this month and save!
What NOT to Buy at a Garage Sale
I love a good yard sale like anyone else. However, there are a few things we need to skip. Let's talk about those items and why. And I'm NOT talking about the obvious here. Let's keep it clean, folks.
Pet Scam, Roof Company Closes and Spring Cleaning Don't Forgets
Know about the latest pet scam and spread the word. Here's the link concerning unemployment overpayments. Also, Ashley talks about week three of IF.
Your SSN and COVID-19 Vax, Two Scams to Know and I'm IF
Do you really need to share your SSN to get your COVID-19 vaccine?
Ashley has a heads up about two scams making the rounds in the Ozarks.
Plus, she goes IF. A college friend, Erika Thomas, inspired her.
Sears Sues Ozarks Store, Amazon Phone Scam, You Might Have Money and Not Know
Ashley shares the latest On Your Side stories.
Here are those phone scam blocker apps she mentioned.
Online Car Scam, Fake Covid-19 Vaccine Cards and Self-Serve Kiosks
Ashley shares the top On Your Side stories for this week.
Online car buyer beware. Ashley explains how a family in Springfield nearly lost $4,000. Plus, have you spotted these fake vaccine cards?
Credit Report Errors double due to COVID-19; Was your credit score hit?
Many lenders offer skip-a-payment or deferred options during the pandemic. That gesture is not supposed to negatively impact your credit score. Turns out, the computer systems of many companies recently counted those as late or missed payments.
Ashley talks with Lisa Gill, an expert at Consumer Reports, on how to check your credit report. Gill gives step-by-step instructions on how to file a dispute.
Three New Scams to Know
Crooks are always looking for ways to steal your hard earned money. Ashley talks about the latest scams making the rounds in the Ozarks.
Want those scam blocker apps? No Call numbers? Click on this link.
Reporting From Home
Next month marks one year working from home because of the pandemic. Elizabeth VanMetre and Ashley talk about what it's like to turn stories outside the news station. This chat is kind of inside baseball, but we hope you'll enjoy it.
Save $15 on Valentine's Day Flowers, Large Appliance Shopping Advice, New Twist to Puppy Scam
Ashley explains a simple trick to save $15-20 on Valentine's Day flowers. If you plan to purchase a large appliance during a Presidents Day sale, we can help! Plus, scam alert! There's a new twist to the puppy scam.
Taxes 411, Mystery Package Scam and What to Buy in February
Can you take the home office deduction? What if your stimulus money is the wrong amount? Ashley answers common tax questions.
What's up random packages arriving on doorsteps?
Plus, what to buy this month and save big.
Vacations in 2021, Tackle Holiday Debt
If you're dreaming of white sandy beaches, Ashley has what to know about booking a 2021 vacation. Here are simple steps to tackle holiday debt.
Stimulus Delays, What to Buy in Jan., Property Letter Warning
Some taxpayers found their stimulus money was sent to the wrong account. Ashley shares five things to buy this month and save. Plus, a heads up if you get a letter about your property in the mail.
Husband Answers Hunting Questions
Top Five Holiday Scams
The Grinch is working overtime this holiday season. Don't be fooled. Ashley lists the top five holiday scams. She has the red flags for counterfeit websites. Plus, don't get too excited about that random check in the mail.
A big thanks to the band, Small Town Titans, for letting us play their version of this holiday classic.
Scams on Facebook Marketplace, TV/Phone Bill Scheme, Tech Gifts Under $50
If you scroll on Facebook Marketplace looking for a deal on motorcycles, RVs and vehicles, know about this scam.
A woman in Stockton was ripped off in a bill scheme. She lost nearly $3,000.
How to Check a Charity #GivingTuesday
Want to know how much of your donation goes to the cause? How much does the nonprofit spend on fundraising?
Ashley explains how to check a charity. She interviews Michael Thatcher, with Charity Navigator.
Find volunteer opportunities at Volunteer Ozarks.
Should you buy a TV on Black Friday? Get a store card?
Is Black Friday the best time to buy a TV? When can you save the most on toys? Should you get a store card?
Ashley answers these holiday shopping questions and more.
Get Ready for Black Friday
Overwhelmed by the Black Friday deals? Not sure where to start? Ashley talks to the editor of BlackFriday.com
Santa gave Amazon some tips. What if you got a notification your Amazon delivery is ten stops away? It's a thing.
Do UV Products Work? Personal Safety while Shopping, The Pumpkin Secret
They appear to be the perfect stocking stuffer, especially in a pandemic. Do UV and UVC products work? The makers promise that they disinfect basically whatever you want. On Your Side put some to the test.
Ashley gives simple personal safety tips to keep in mind as you do your holiday shopping.
My Friend has 100 Plants
It's a special edition episode! My friend, Jamie Grey, talks about this growing hobby during the pandemic. She has advice for beginners. Plus, beware of plant scams and plant flippers. Yeah, those things happen.
Follow her and her plants on Instagram. @JungleJamieGrey.
Unclaimed Stimulus Checks, How to Vet a Business and Medicare Questions
Thousands in the Ozarks still don’t have their stimulus money. Here's the portal on the IRS website.
IRS phone number for economic impact payment questions: 800-919-9835
Email your Medicare questions to OYS@KY3.COM.
SeniorAge office in Springfield, Missouri (417) 862-0762
Got a consumer question or comment? Leave a voice message for On Your Side!
Craigslist scam, Holiday shopping in 2020
Ashley explains how a woman in Billings, Missouri lost $2,000 in a Craigslist scam. Know the red flags so this doesn't happen to you.
Plus, On Your Side is your guide to holiday shopping. Ashley talks with Samantha Gordon at Consumer Reports about what you need to do now to save big.
Voting 411, Top Vacuums for Pet Hair, Ask Away
Husband Talks Hunting
This is a special episode. Ashley’s husband, Josiah, talks about conservation, licenses and the basics about duck hunting in the Ozarks.
Scam Warning for Nurses, Ozarks Couple Charged with Stealing from Pet Lovers
Nurses might lose thousands of dollars and they’re told not to show up to work. Help us spread the news about this scam so not one essential worker falls for it.
Following an On Your Side Investigation, a couple in Lebanon, Missouri is now charged with stealing from pet lovers.
Plus Ashley talks inside baseball about working from home.
False FB Post about Voting, Tenant Warning and Top Yogurts
If you rent with older children, a mother shares her cautionary tale.
Plus, Consumer Reports released their top picks for yogurt.
Amazon Prime Day Guide
On Your Side is your guide for Amazon Prime Day. Ashley interviews insiders for the tips and tricks to find the best deals. She interviews Amazon's Katie Larsen about sales to know. Plus, Ashley talks with Samantha Gordon at Consumer Reports about how to be a savvy online shopper.
Ozarks Couple Nearly Lost $25,000 in Car Sale Scam
Buy and sell cars on Facebook and Craigslist? Ashley explains the latest scam. An Ozarks utility has a warning about online bill pay with third party companies. Plus, some defendants have a new one for the judge.
Covering a Hero: How the Officer Priebe Story Happened
Ashley gives her take on what it was like to cover this special report. https://www.ky3.com/2020/09/10/road-to-recovery-springfield-officer-priebe-finishes-rehab-in-colorado-hospital/
What's Up With Sunglasses and Seeds in Mailboxes?
The Missouri Attorney General encourages upset to customers to file complaints.
https://www.ky3.com/2020/08/28/on-your-side-missouri-attorney-general-tells-upset-fence-customers-to-file-complaints/
Ashley talks with the Better Business Bureau about why random items are arriving in mailboxes.
Plus, a shout-out to a couple in Barry County.
Utility Bill Scam, Missing Stimulus Check, Top Laundry Detergents
Ashley talks about the predictable utility bill scam with Joel Alexander, media manger at City Utilities. Know the red flags.
Ashley helps a viewer get her long-awaited stimulus check. Plus, Consumer Reports just released their top picks for laundry detergents.
Top laundry detergents: https://www.ky3.com/2020/08/21/consumer-reports-top-laundry-detergents/
Where's my stimulus check? https://www.ky3.com/content/news/On-Your-Side-wheres-my-stimulus-check-571198441.html
College Students and Credit Cards, Business License 101
In this episode, Ashley talks with money expert Kenny Gott about how to best use a credit card and avoid debt.
Credit card warning for the class of 2020. https://www.ky3.com/2020/08/18/on-your-side-credit-card-warning-for-college-students/
How do you find out if a business is licensed? Ashley explains why it matters. Springfield Business License Office: 417-864-1617
The Story Behind the Story, Warrants and Romance Scams
In this episode, I talk about what goes into making an On Your Side Investigation. I also chat with the Better Business Bureau about on-going scam calls in our area. Know the red flags. Tell your family and friends.
Best Laptops for Back-to-School, SSA Scam and Why is Abby WFH?
Top recommended laptops from Consumer Reports. Listen to scam voicemail. Crooks want you to believe they're with the Social Security Administration. Plus, a nice Q & A with KY3 First Alert Meteorologist, Abby Dyer.
Laptops: https://www.ky3.com/2020/08/05/on-your-side-top-chromebooks-and-headphones/
B2S preps, property letter and scam warning
This week's The Rest of On Your Side includes, back-to-school preps during a pandemic, a phone scam warning and the 411 on a letter about your property. This week's Viewer Shout Out is in their own words.
Property letter: https://www.ky3.com/2020/07/29/on-your-side-did-you-get-this-letter-about-your-property-deed/
Pilot, The Rest of On Your Side
Let's try this out!
Ways to dodge scam calls: https://www.ky3.com/content/news/Ask-Ashley-How-do-I-stop-scam-calls-509030751.html