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The Dallas County Sheriff?s Office has announced the launch of its new upgraded and mobile-friendly website.  Located at www.dallascountyarsheriff.com, the website is easy to navigate and will be a tremendous tool for the public to access information and services from any computer, tablet, or smartphone.

?Sheriff McGahee and his staff put a great deal of effort into making their new website a helpful tool for the County?s residents,? said David Crawford of web development firm U.S.NEXT.  ?Their priority was to create an online resource that was informative, attractive and easy-to-use ? and available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.?

Some of the website’s features include:

• Crime prevention tips and helpful links.
• Frequently asked questions.
• Information about the Sheriff and his team.
• Ability to apply for a job with DCSO.
• Links to online law enforcement resources.
• Fill-in form to report a crime.
• Ability to sign up for email alerts.
• Link to sex offender registry.
• Dallas County jail information and policies.
• List of most wanted fugitives.
• Facebook and Google+ social media links.
• Latest news from the DCSO.
• Contact information and fill-in form.

Sheriff McGahee recognizes and appreciates residents? support of law enforcement, and welcomes feedback and suggestions from community members. The new website helps strengthen the partnership between the public and law enforcement and helps maintain the safe quality of life enjoyed by Dallas County residents.

One of the systems that will be upgraded during our upcoming maintenance window on Friday night is our Barracuda spam filters. After this update, you will no longer be able to access your account by clicking on a link in the quarantine summary email.

Example:

Starting Saturday, when you click on a link in the quarantine summary email, you will be prompted to log in to your account. Your username will be your full email address. Your password may or may not be the same as the password for your email account. If you do not know your password, you can click on the ?Create New Password? button and have a new password emailed to you.

Holmes County is known for being a choice destination for sportsmen as well as main campus of Holmes Community College, and most recently for the launch of its new mobile-friendly website. The innovative site, www.holmescountyms.org, is a rich source of up-to-date information about the County?s elected officials and government services, and reflects the community?s rich history, promotes economic growth, and is a quick guide for residents, businesses and visitors.

To design and program the County?s new website, the Board of Supervisors hired U.S.NEXT, a Mississippi company with an extensive track record of developing apps for counties and cities. ?Being able to communicate with citizens and provide them with useful information is an important part of the Board’s mission,? stated David Crawford, CEO of U.S.NEXT. ?Our team designed and engineered the website to help the County fulfill that mission, and I encourage people to go online and see everything that Holmes County has to offer.?

The new site provides comprehensive and timely information about services provided by County departments, elected officials, frequently asked questions, pay online links, a photo tour, and much more. The website touches on all aspects of county government and offers users easy and efficient access to information, whether at home or office or on the road.

U.S.NEXT launched 11 new client websites during October, November and December of 2017.  The clients include a variety of businesses, governments, not-for-profit organizations, and professional firms:

• Coosa County Sheriff – coosacountyso.org
• Marshall County – marshall-county.com
• Lincoln Rural Water Association – lincolnruralwater.com
• S&N Airoflo – airoflo.com
• Hamilton Walters Yoga – hamiltonwaltersyoga.com
• Tippah County – co.tippah.ms.us
• Town of Fayette – fayettems.com
• Shane Ormon Construction – ormoncmd.com
• Town of Summit – summitms.org
• Rankin Quality Logistics – rqlsmart.com

The past has embraced the future.  Using the Internet as a means to expand their reach, the recently opened Mississippi Civil Rights Museum and the Museum of Mississippi History have launched websites that invite everyone to explore the state?s challenging and interesting background.  The websites, located at www.mscivilrightsmuseum.com and www.mmh.mdah.ms.gov, provide viewers with engaging content, news, online ticket purchase, photo galleries, interactive maps, online donations, and more.

The Mississippi Department of Archives and History hired U.S.NEXT to develop the websites.  ?MDAH told us the sites should be easy to navigate, mobile-friendly, and secure,? said David Crawford, CEO of U.S.NEXT, the largest web development firm headquartered in Mississippi.  ?We also provided a content management system that enables their staff to keep the sites up-to-date with the latest news, text, photos, and videos.?

The Mississippi Civil Rights Museum shares the stories of a movement that changed the nation.  The museum promotes a greater understanding of the Mississippi Civil Rights Movement and its impact by highlighting the strength and sacrifices of its peoples.  Visitors will witness the freedom struggle in eight interactive galleries that show the systematic oppression of black Mississippians and their fight for equality that transformed the state and nation.

The Museum of Mississippi History encourages people to explore and appreciate the state’s history, presenting rich and complex stories that illustrate how the past influences their future together.  The museum explores over 15,000 years of state history.  Visitors will enjoy innovative exhibits, educational programs, and hundreds of artifacts.

We are very proud that our client, Bear Creek Water Association, has been named 2017 Water Distribution System of the Year. Here is what was said in a recent article in the Madison County Journal:

Bear Creek Water Association has again earned the maximum score of 5.0/5.0 from the Mississippi State Department of Health for the drinking water supply, officials announced last week. 

?The Mississippi State Department of Health conducts a yearly inspection, and gives a score based on several criteria,? Bear Creek Water Association General Manager Nolan Williamson said.  “The three categories are technical, managerial, and financial. We are pleased that we have received the maximum score of 5.0 in all three categories. 

“Our board of directors has worked very hard to make sure we stay financially sound, and our staff of licensed water operators makes sure all of our sampling, testing, and compliance is monitored per the regulatory requirements,? he continued. “And the State Department of Health staff is helpful in providing any necessary guidance. Our goal is to provide the safest drinking water that we possibly can to our customers.?

Bear Creek Water Association provides water service to portions of the City of Canton, City of Madison, City of Ridgeland, and unincorporated areas of south Madison County. Bear Creek Water Association was named the Mississippi Water Distribution System of the Year for both 2015 and 2016 by the American Water Works Association. Bear Creek Water Association employee Jill Vaughn was named the Mississippi Water Operator of the Year for 2015.
 

Yalobusha County, once home to the Choctaw and Chickasaw Indian tribes and later becoming a thriving railroad community, continues to play a prominent role in the economic progress of Mississippi.  The recent launch of their new website www.yalobushaonline.org exemplifies the eagerness of Yalobusha County residents to grow and advance in a rapidly changing world. The website features the latest digital trends in online customer service, design, navigation, search and accessibility from virtually any device.

?With so many activities going on and so much information needing to be relayed to residents, Yalobusha County requested a website that made communicating with residents an easy and timely process,? stated David Crawford, CEO of web development firm, U.S.NEXT. ?We designed a site which allows users to conveniently browse information, locate services, and conduct business from their smartphone, tablet, or personal computer.? 

The vibrant colors of the rotating pictures on the homepage reflect the passion and energy of Yalobusha County residents.  It is also here on the homepage that users can find quick access to pages for elected officials, services, general information, and forms and applications. Also included are links for visitors, residents, and businesses so that finding information, such as services provided by the chamber of commerce, library, and school district, etc., is as quick as clicking a button. 

While Yalobusha County residents are proud of their historic past, their desire for progress keeps them moving forward.  The launch of their new website now makes it easier for Yalobusha County residents not only to move forward but also to move forward together.

U.S.NEXT launched 8 new client websites during July, August and September of 2017.  The clients include a variety of businesses, governments, not-for-profit organizations, and professional firms:

• Wilkinson County – wilkinson.co.ms.gov
• Cline Insurance – clineinsurancecompany.com
• Scott County – scottcountyms.gov
• Mississippi Veterans Stadium – ms-veteransstadium.com
• Frank Silva & Sons – franksilvaandsons.com
• Mississippi Historical Society – mississippihistory.org
• Foundation for the MidSouth – arrentryguide.com
• Marshall County – marshallcoms.org

Unanswered questions and unresolved problems are frustrating, to say the least. In an effort to help people find the answers they are looking for, Security Support Services of Ridgeland has offered international, national, and local clients with a full range of security related services and products for over thirty years.  The recent launch of their new website, www.securitysupportservices.com, makes it even easier for individuals and businesses to start the process of determining which investigative system best fits their needs.

?When people need security services, they look for a firm that offers experience, professionalism, and integrity,? stated David Crawford, CEO of web development firm U.S.NEXT.  ?For that reason, Security Support Services asked us to develop a site that let the public know the many services they offered, their years of investigative experience, and the quality of their work.?

The new website features a home page that allows clients to become acquainted with the team of security professionals and their qualifications.  With the ease of click-on tabs, the user can quickly find a list of references and information about the different services Security Support Services offers.  Also, the website offers a contact us page with a fill-in form for those who need to request additional information. 

Security Support Systems believes that trust and integrity are a part of the professional competence, excellent service, and personal commitment of each of their officers, managers, investigators, technicians and office support staff.  The launch of their new website gives prospective clients the confidence they need to take the first step in trusting someone with their investigative needs.

U.S.NEXT launched 22 new client websites during April, May and June of 2017.  The clients include a variety of businesses, governments, not-for-profit organizations, and professional firms:

• Brookhaven Milling Co – mobucksdeerfeed.com
• Bienville Parish – bienvilleparish.org
• Lincoln County – golincolnms.com
• Murrah Hoofbeat – mhoofbeat.com
• Madison Healthplex – healthplexperformance.com
• Valley Tool Inc. – valleytoolinc.com
• Caldwell Parish – caldwellparish.org
• HireEd – hireed.us
• Jefferson Health Center – jeffersoncomprehensivehealthcenter.com
• Yalobusha County – yalobushaonline.org
• AITA – aitaonlineapp.com
• Coosa County – coosacountyal.com
• Off the X Backpack – offthexbackpack.com
• Amite County – amitecounty.ms
• JC Cheek – jccheek.com
• MS Assn of County Administrators – themacac.org
• Moores Carpet Care – moorescarpetcare.com
• Jefferson County – jeffersoncountyms.gov
• Leake County – leakecountyms.org
• Inspirations Design Group – inspirationsdesign.net
• Perry County Sheriff – perrysheriff.com