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Newton County accepts donated first-year subscription to sheriff’s app

Newton County Commissioners Court · July 30, 2025
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Summary

Newton County commissioners approved accepting a donated one-year subscription to a sheriff’s office mobile app — a $2,500 annual service the vendor NCIC Communications offered to cover for the first year — that provides press releases, inmate lookup, push alerts and location tools for residents and deputies.

Newton County commissioners on Tuesday approved accepting a one-year donation to subscribe the sheriff’s office to a public-facing mobile app that officials say will increase transparency and provide emergency alerts.

Presenters described the app as offering press releases,…

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