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State Department launches effort to counter cyberattacks, AI risks from Iran, others

Monday, March 23 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- The State Department has formally launched a new entity charged with anticipating and responding to dangers posed by Iran and other U.S. adversaries' weaponization of advanced technology, including artificial intelligence, officials familiar with the matter tell ABC News.The department's Bureau of Emerging... Read More.

Legislators Condemn Alleged Misuse of Funds in Pine Bluff Parks Department; State Police Investigation Continues

Friday, March 13 by Alex Bivens

Members of the Arkansas Legislative Joint Auditing Committee sharply criticized financial misconduct uncovered within the City of Pine Bluff’s Parks and Recreation Department during a meeting Friday, with one lawmaker describing the activity as “plain old theft.” The comments came after legislative audit staff presented... Read More.

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Banks Receives Nearly $105K in Grants to Support Volunteer Fire Department

Friday, March 13 by Luke Matheson

The Town of Banks in Bradley County has received two grants totaling nearly $105,000 to help strengthen fire protection and emergency response efforts for the community’s volunteer fire department. The larger of the two awards is an $89,999.99 Rural Services Block Grant from the Arkansas... Read More.

Department of Homeland Security warns of potential attacks amid Iran operation

Monday, March 2 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- The Department of Homeland Security has warned of potential lone-wolf and cyberattacks amid the ongoing strikes in Iran, according to a law enforcement bulletin obtained by ABC News."Although a large-scale physical attack is unlikely, Iran and its proxies probably pose a persistent... Read More.

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Florida Department of Health cuts to HIV, AIDS program enacted as thousands risk losing access

Monday, March 2 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- An emergency rule from the Florida Department of Health went into effect on Sunday that could restrict tens of thousands of people from accessing HIV medication.The state issued cuts to the AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP), a federal-state partnership that provides... Read More.

Sens. Warren and Sanders ask congressional watchdog to investigate Department of Education dismantling

Friday, February 20 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- Sens. Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Sanders are petitioning the Government Accountability Office to investigate the dismantling of the U.S. Department of Education.In a letter first obtained by ABC News, the two senators call for nonpartisan congressional watchdog to conduct a comprehensive investigation... Read More.

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Pine Bluff Police Chief Shawn Davis Shares Department Vision and Goals for First Year

Thursday, February 19 by Luke Matheson

Pine Bluff Police Chief Shawn Davis spoke with the Pine Bluff Small Business Association on Wednesday to outline his vision for the department under his leadership. In part two of his interview with Deltaplex News, Davis said he plans to pursue federal accreditation for the... Read More.

Pine Bluff Fire Department Nears Full Staffing

Monday, February 9 by Lori Basiewicz

On Monday, February 9th, the Pine Bluff Fire & Emergency Services announced the hiring of five new firefighters. The mix of five men and women brings the total number of firefighters employed by Pine Bluff up to 90. This is only two short of... Read More.

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Jefferson County Quorum Court to consider road department changes, FEMA funds and grant ordinances

Monday, February 9 by Luke Matheson

The Jefferson County Quorum Court will meet Monday at 5:30 p.m. at the Jefferson County Courthouse with several funding and budget ordinances on the agenda, including measures coming through committee and others added by supersponsorship. Following routine reports from the treasurer, committees and constitutional officers,... Read More.

Jefferson County Committee Advances Road Department Restructuring and Pay Increase Proposal

Tuesday, February 3 by Luke Matheson

The Jefferson County Quorum Court held its monthly committee meeting Tuesday night, with county road funding and staffing emerging as one of the main topics of discussion. Several members, including Justice Alfred Carroll, said they want to table a measure that would eliminate certain positions... Read More.

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Kingsland Fire Department to buy new turnout gear

Monday, February 2 by Ray King

The Kingsland City Council voted during their last meeting to approve a request from the Kingsland Volunteer Fire Department to buy eight sets of new turnout gear. According to the Cleveland County Herald, the new turnouts will cost $26,332 and will replace current turnouts that... Read More.

Pine Bluff Official Resigns Amid City Council Dispute Over Department Leadership

Friday, January 9 by Luke Matheson

Clarence L. Holman has resigned from his position as combination technical inspector and interim director of Inspection and Zoning for the City of Pine Bluff, effective immediately. Holman submitted his letter of resignation Friday morning, a copy of which was obtained by Deltaplex News. The... Read More.

Stories tagged with: department

State Department launches effort to counter cyberattacks, AI risks from Iran, others

Legislators Condemn Alleged Misuse of Funds in Pine Bluff Parks Department; State Police Investigation Continues

Banks Receives Nearly $105K in Grants to Support Volunteer Fire Department

Department of Homeland Security warns of potential attacks amid Iran operation

Florida Department of Health cuts to HIV, AIDS program enacted as thousands risk losing access

Sens. Warren and Sanders ask congressional watchdog to investigate Department of Education dismantling

Pine Bluff Police Chief Shawn Davis Shares Department Vision and Goals for First Year

Pine Bluff Fire Department Nears Full Staffing

Jefferson County Quorum Court to consider road department changes, FEMA funds and grant ordinances

Jefferson County Committee Advances Road Department Restructuring and Pay Increase Proposal

Kingsland Fire Department to buy new turnout gear

Pine Bluff Official Resigns Amid City Council Dispute Over Department Leadership

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