State & Local

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August 3, 2022

Exploring Community Policing

Community policing takes the sole responsibility of community safety from just law enforcement and places it into the hands of community members who know their neighborhoods better than anyone else. The aim is to improve not only the safety but the happiness of the community.

August 1, 2022

Why You Should Attend Rave Summit

If you haven’t heard by now, Rave’s Annual Summit will be taking place virtually from September 27-29, 2022. Rave Summit will deliver every element of a live event in an online environment with major product announcements and training, best practice sessions, our collaborative Guru Lounge, two exciting keynote speakers, networking opportunities and more. We are

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July 28, 2022

988: How We Got Here and What Comes Next

After years of efforts from mental health advocates, the official launch of the nation’s mental health hotline, 988, is set to launch on July 16th.

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July 20, 2022

Disaster Prep Saves Lives During Hurricanes

Mass communication software provides local government officials and emergency responders with resources to save lives during hurricanes.

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June 14, 2022

Improve Earthquake Safety for Communities With Mass Notification Technology

How can your organization plan for earthquakes? Learn how a mass notification system can help you prepare for all types of severe weather events.

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June 6, 2022

Public Safety Trends 2022: Emergency Responders Need Better Resources

Public safety needs are constantly changing. Emergency personnel are expected to keep up but need better resources to do so.

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May 26, 2022

How Communication Helps State, Local Governments Prevent and Mitigate Cyberattacks

Cyberattacks against state and local government agencies and departments are increasingly common and becoming more sophisticated and severe. Learn how communication can help.

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May 19, 2022

The American Rescue Plan’s Final Rule Opens Unprecedented Opportunities for First Responders

Last month, the U.S. Department of Treasury released the final rules for states, counties, and municipalities to use to spend their funds awarded through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).

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May 18, 2022

Advanced Planning for Tornadoes Prepares Communities for Last-Minute Danger

Tornadoes can occur anywhere. Because there is little warning, preparing a tactical disaster response is the key to keeping communities safe.

Rave & AppArmor: The Market Standard in Safety and Incident Response

May 16, 2022

What is AppArmor? A Look at Custom-Branded Safety Apps

AppArmor and Rave provide the most comprehensive solution for mass communications and incident response for your organization.