During this busy shopping season, more of us are spending time online. As internet activity increases, so does the possibility of computer hackers gaining unauthorized access to your computer and personal information.

It has been shown that people with current anti-virus software, such as AVG, McAfee, Norton, and others, are able to thwart attempts by even sophisticated computer hackers. If you haven’t recently, please consider checking to make sure you have updated virus protection software on your computer. For further information, visit www.ftc.gov, and click the Identity Theft link in the Quick Finder section.

Rest assured that Venture Bank’s systems are highly secure and we work diligently to keep your information safe.

Have a safe and happy holiday season.

In an historic, unprecedented action, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) announced on October 14, 2008, that it will insure all non-interest bearing deposits at member banks, regardless of amount. The change isguaranteed through December 31, 2009. Click here for more information.