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Dallas Public Library system back up weeks after ransomware attack

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1 year ago

June 24, 2023

Dallas Public Library system back up weeks after ransomware attack

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The City of Dallas says that more than 90% of the network has been restored, but the details of the remaining 10% is limited.

DALLAS – The Dallas Public Library’s online catalog system is back up and working after a ransomware attack 7 weeks ago.

Since the attack that took down many city systems in early May, librarians had to check out books, DVDs and other material by hand. Returned materials were also not able to be checked in and put back into circulation, leaving many shelves empty.

Now library users and staff can search online for materials and apply for library cards again.

The library asks if you have material to check in, you can now return them to the library.

Customer accounts may not be accurate as staff work through the backlog of checkouts and check-ins, and you can expect it to take longer than usual to receive any hold requests.

“We are asking our customers to be patient with us and be assured that we will work through any issues on their accounts,” Director of Libraries Jo Giudice said. “We never charge fines for overdue materials, and any charges for failure to return items will be resolved.”

The library says it is in search of volunteers to help work through the large backlog.

Several city services were affected by the ransomware attack, carried out by the group known as Royal, including police and fire dispatch, courts, online payment systems and Dallas Animal Services among others.

Public computers at the library will still be unavailable, but the Dallas Public Library’s GED Testing Center also resumed service. The library offers testing Tuesday through Saturday at the J. Erik Jonsson Central Library.

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Happy Fourth of July from the Dallas Cowboys, America’s Team

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7 hours ago

July 4, 2024

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Happy Fourth of July from the Dallas Cowboys, America’s Team

The Fourth of July is as American as it gets. Cold beer, a grill, relaxation with friends and family, and the thrill of fireworks to round out the day. We celebrate freedom and the birth of the United States.

And while we are saying happy birthday to America, we also have to acknowledge one of its greatest creations: the Dallas Cowboys, America’s Team.

The Cowboys are celebrating the Fourth of July like the rest of us in Cowboys Nation as we gear up for the start of training camp, so let’s check out how they wished the loyal fan base a happy holiday.

Happy 4th of July 💌 Yours truly, America’s Sweethearts pic.twitter.com/LfqWu1GQxt
— Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders (@DCCheerleaders) July 4, 2024
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The Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders, also known as America’s Sweethearts, stole the heart of the nation thanks to the Netflix docuseries, America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders.

The docuseries shows what it takes to be a member of the iconic DCC, and the tough times that the women deal with to make the squad. The show has become a fixture in Netflix’s Top 10 most-watched shows throughout the final weeks of June.

America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders is streaming on Netflix now. The series features seven episodes that run approximately one hour each.

MORE: Charlotte Jones addresses Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders pay

Happy Fourth, y’all! 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/5pwB3NRGRa
— Dallas Cowboys (@dallascowboys) July 4, 2024
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Now, THAT is a poster.

Anytime the Cowboys break out a graphic with a retro look, it is a big hit. This one is simple and to the point. America, F’ yeah!

Happy Fourth of July, from America’s Team! 🎇 pic.twitter.com/kGlUu55UkW
— AT&T Stadium (@ATTStadium) July 4, 2024

Jerry’s World had to get in on the fun with an incredible graphic that brings everything you think of when you imagine the Dallas Cowboys to life in animated form.

Well done!

We wish you all a Happy Fourth of July, and the friends, family, and food do you well. In only a few weeks, we will all get to come together as Cowboys Nation and celebrate the start of training camp.

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Dallas Mavericks Veteran Forward Wants Team To Sign Another Specific Veteran

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14 hours ago

July 4, 2024

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Dallas Mavericks Veteran Forward Wants Team To Sign Another Specific Veteran

The Dallas Mavericks have had a busy offseason so far since the end of the NBA Finals, adding three new players who should all be a part of the main rotation: Klay Thompson, Naji Marshall, and Quentin Grimes. They have one open roster spot left and one team veteran has an idea.

Markieff Morris, who is technically a free agent himself but is expecting to be back on the team as a locker room leader, like he was this past season, wants the team to sign his brother, Marcus Morris. Marcus has been connected to the Mavericks along with the Philadelphia 76ers, Detroit Pistons, Charlotte Hornets, Miami Heat, and Cleveland Cavaliers, who he played with last season. The 76ers and Mavericks would give him the best chance to win a championship if that’s what he’s looking for at this stage in his career.

READ MORE: Former Dallas Mavericks Guard Retires After Illustrious 12-Year NBA Career

If the Mavs wanted to sign both Morris twins, they’d likely have to release A.J. Lawson, who has a non-guaranteed deal for next season. Or they could trade away Maxi Kleber’s $11 million contract, as Marcus would play a similar role to Kleber.

Marcus and Markieff have had weirdly interweaving careers, even for twins. They were selected with back-to-back picks in the 2011 NBA Draft, but Marcus was traded to the Phoenix Suns halfway through his second season to play with his brother Markieff. After Marcus left the Suns in the 2015 offseason, the two brothers haven’t played together since and would like to play together in the latter stages of their careers.

Marcus is the better player now, averaging 6.4 PPG in 49 games played last season for Cleveland, while Markieff played in just 26 games for the Mavs. The Mavericks acquired Markieff in the trade for Kyrie Irving and has been invaluable in teaching the younger guys in a Udonis Haslem-type role.

READ MORE: Warriors’ Star Draymond Green Gets Emotional About Klay Thompson Signing With Dallas Mavericks

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