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A Phony Fifty - Check Out This Fake!

As December brings festive cheer and holiday shopping, more cash is passing through the hands of our local businesses. Recently, a fake $50 bill was discovered in the parking lot of Speedway here in Cortez.

👉 Business owners: please take extra care when accepting cash. 

👉 Shoppers: protect your hard-earned money by staying alert.

If you encounter suspicious currency, report it immediately to help prevent further fraud. 

 Stay safe, shop smart!

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Created Dec 1, 2025 @ 7:44 AM | Updated Dec 16, 2025 @ 8:03 AM
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