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Beware: Wisconsin Officials Warn of Deceptive Online Searches

6/21/2025

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Wisconsin officials are sounding the alarm about unreliable internet search results. Michelle Reinen from the Department of Agriculture emphasizes that both genuine businesses and scammers can manipulate search engines for visibility. She urges users to double-check URLs and research phone numbers, reminding everyone to be vigilant and not trust search results without verification.

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Wisconsin officials are sounding the alarm about unreliable internet search results. Michelle Reinen from the Department of Agriculture emphasizes that both genuine businesses and scammers can manipulate search engines for visibility. She urges users to double-check URLs and research phone numbers, reminding everyone to be vigilant and not trust search results without verification.