When A Friendly Text Costs You More Than A Hello When A Friendly Text Costs You More Than A Hello Erin Battenfield / Wednesday, October 29, 2025 0 113 A new scam is making the rounds, and it starts with a simple, unexpected text message from an unfamiliar number. It might say something casual like “Hey, how are you?” or “Are you coming to the BBQ later?" messages designed to seem friendly and harmless. Read more