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Visitation Scheduling

A Safe, Secure, and Fully Automated Visitation Management Solution

The GTL visitation management solution, VisitMe Scheduler, is proven to be the most robust and configurable in the corrections market. As an integrated GTL product, the VisitMe Scheduler solution will aid in streamlining a facility’s daily operations. For example, VisitMe Scheduler can eliminate long queues in the visitation area by avoiding the chaos of having a high volume of concurrent visitors at the facility. In so doing, the system also minimizes staffing requirements.

The visitation management system also enables facilities to create a more efficient visiting process that allows them to expand their visitation schedules. This further enhances a facility’s ability to help maintain that very important service of regular communication between inmates and their friends and families. The key feature and power of the visitation management solution is the VisitMe Scheduler software, which essentially automates the entire visitation process – this truly separates the software from all other video visiting systems. Facilities will have the luxury of configuring station availability for the public or inmates, inmate quotas, and daily and weekly schedules.

The system will utilize the configurations to create a very efficient, safe and automated visitation process. The system provides a public web site to allow the public to schedule their visits to an inmate. The system then performs all automated conflict checks on the visits and connects the proper stations for the scheduled visits.

The National Leader in Active Deployments

Currently managing over 100 correctional facilities visitation programs, the VisitMe Scheduler software solution maintains the majority share of successful program implementations. In addition, this software application’s current installed base spans a range of facility sizes both large and small.

Revenue Generation Opportunities

Providing the opportunity for additional and extended visitation sessions, a facility can securely expand a service that has been proven to reduce recidivism. Utilizing the configurability of the revenue and billing application, GTL VisitMe Scheduler will allow a facility to create its own unique revenue options such as custom rate tables, varying charges for particular days and times, and refund policies.

Fully Configurable Implementation

GTL can efficiently integrate our VisitMe Scheduler with any facility’s current visitation protocol. Regardless of the specific intricacies designed to coordinate the current visitation service, VisitMe Scheduler’s configurability will adhere to all mandatory requirements while creating additional efficiencies throughout the remainder of the program.

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Video Visitation

GTL’s video visitation solution adds another way for incarcerated individuals to see their loved ones. More secure than traditional visitation, it reduces the introduction of contraband and communicable diseases into facilities. It complements other communication systems as well as traditional visitation.

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Three Types of Video Visits

At Facility

These visits are when you go to your facility and sit at a video visit station in the lobby. Your loved one or friend will be on a video visit station in their pod.

From Computer

At select facilities families and friends can have video visits from their own personal computers in the comfort of their own homes. You will need the following equipment to do a video visit from home:

• A computer.
• A webcam and a microphone, or a computer with these components built in (most laptops have these built in).
• An internet browser. Internet browsers Safari 4 and higher, or Firefox 7 and higher, are strongly recommended. Using other browsers may not load the page appropriately in order to begin your visit. We are not responsible for technical problems or issues that may arise from using an unsupported browser.
• For the best visit experience you should use headphones, but they are not required.
• High speed internet (DSL or Cable) connection (dial up and satellite are not supported).

From Android Device

Video visits go mobile with our Visit Now Android app. At select facilities families and friends can have video visits from their own Android devices.

How to Schedule a Visit

Free video visit policy.

Free visits are a benefit for the inmate and are credited to the  inmate’s account. Therefore the inmate is the only one who  can book a free visit . This allows the inmate at your facility full control of whom they want to use their free visit with. There are also advanced scheduling rules that control the timeframe that a free visit can be booked. These rules vary by facility. If an inmate books a visit outside this timeframe, they will not be allowed to use a free visit.

• Book the visit with their Friends & Family.
• Suggest a visit with their Friends & Family. The Friends & Family must have no prepaid funds on their account at the time they confirm the suggested time. The inmate’s free visit will then be deducted.
• Confirm a suggested visit from their friends and family. The Friends & Family must have no prepaid funds on their account at the time the inmate confirms the visit. The inmate’s free visit will then be deducted from their free visit allowance.

The only way Friends & Family can use a free visit is by suggesting a visit with the inmate. If the inmate has a free visit available and there are no prepaid funds on the Friends & Family account at the time the inmate confirms, the free visit will be deducted from inmate’s account.

What Services Are Available At My Facility?

Select your facility below, available services:.

• Phone & Voicemail
• Video Visit at Facility
• Video Visit from Home

• Photo Sharing
• Tablets Your inmate has access to tablets. Make a deposit to their account so they have more ways to be productive, and you have more ways to stay connected.
• Verification Required

What is Telmate Verified?

If you are asked to be Telmate Verified it means your facility requires verification of your identity prior to acceptance of inmates' calls. The purpose of verification is to ensure inmates are not connecting with inappropriate people on the outside. The verification process is simple and can be completed before or after creating an account.

To be verified, you can make a deposit , schedule a visit or download and complete the Telmate Verified form .

Did you know…

According to the Federal Bureau of Prisons, inmates who

maintain strong relationships

with friends and family, greatly reduce their risk of recidivism.

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Best places to visit in ohio.

Ohio is home to a wide range of attractions, from sprawling parks with stunning waterfalls to the Lake Erie shoreline to bustling cities and college towns. To help you decide where to go during your next trip to the Buckeye State, U.S. News took into account its diversity of attractions, affordability and outdoor offerings (as well as user input) to determine the best places to visit in Ohio. Have a favorite? Vote below to help decide next year's list.

Hocking Hills State Park

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With its stunning caves and breathtaking waterfalls, Hocking Hills State Park in southeastern Ohio is one of the state's most beautiful destinations for a romantic getaway or a family outing. Inside the park, you'll discover miles of hiking trails, including the Ash Cave Gorge and Ash Cave Rim trails, which lead to Ash Cave (the largest recess cave in Ohio). You can also follow the 6-mile-long Grandma Gatewood Trail from the welcome center to Old Man's Cave (one of Hocking Hills' most popular areas) before continuing on to Cedar Falls, where you'll find the park's largest waterfall by volume.

Head to Cuyahoga Valley National Park to enjoy a relaxing outdoor escape away from the hustle and bustle of nearby cities like Cleveland and Akron. During the warmer months, this national park offers 125 miles of hiking trails, as well as ample biking, fishing and kayaking opportunities, as well as fun kid-friendly activities, such as junior ranger programs and seasonal train rides. Plus, Cuyahoga Valley turns into a winter wonderland during the cooler months, drawing winter sports enthusiasts interested in spending their vacation snowshoeing, cross-country skiing or sledding.

Renowned author Charles Dickens once called Cincinnati "one of the most interesting [cities] in America," and after visiting, you'll have to agree. The riverfront city is home to several neighborhoods, each with their own distinct flair. Eden Park (a popular green space with 186 acres) is just outside of the picturesque Mount Adams neighborhood, while the historic Over-The-Rhine district is where you'll find Findlay Market, Music Hall and some of the city's best shops, bars and restaurants. While here, be sure to try some of Cincinnati's famous five-way chili.

Whether you're a nature lover, an art enthusiast, a sports fanatic, a foodie or a combination of them all, Cleveland will appeal to you. The city's 18 parks offer everything from hiking trails to golf courses to a zoo, while Progressive Field is where you can watch the Cleveland Guardians play baseball. Other Cleveland must-dos include viewing the Cleveland Museum of Art's 61,000-plus works and learning more about music legends at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Don't leave without grabbing a bite to eat at the West Side Market.

Put-in-Bay, which sits less than 23 miles northwest of Sandusky and is accessible via ferry, is one of Ohio's most-visited Lake Erie islands. On Put-in-Bay, which is part of South Bass Island, visitors can take Island Transportation's Tour Train to get an overview of the island or explore attractions like Perry's Victory & International Peace Memorial and the Lake Erie Islands Nature & Wildlife Center on their own. Those traveling with kids will also want to check out Perry's Cave Family Fun Center, which features a butterfly house, a miniature golf course, a rock climbing wall and a giant maze, among other amenities.

Ohio's capital city has no shortage of things to do. Active travelers will appreciate the miles of walking, jogging and bike trails available at the Scioto Mile. Nature lovers can spend a few hours exploring Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens. Architecture buffs can admire the charming buildings that comprise the historic German Village neighborhood (don't miss The Book Loft, one of the country's largest independent bookstores). Foodies won't want to miss dining at North Market, and art enthusiasts can visit galleries in the Short North Arts District.

The Maumee River meets Lake Erie in this northwestern Ohio city, so visitors can take to the water on The Sandpiper boat for a picnic lunch or sunset cruise or head to Maumee Bay State Park for its sandy beaches, trails and wetlands. Beyond its waterways, Toledo features engaging attractions like the Toledo Museum of Art, which is free to visit and holds 30,000-plus pieces, and the family-friendly Toledo Zoo & Aquarium. Meanwhile, must-try food experiences include biting into a Hungarian hot dog from Tony Packo's and sipping local brews along the 419 Ale Trail.

Dayton is the birthplace of aviation, so it's hardly surprising that many of its main attractions focus on flying and the history behind it. At Wright Brothers Hill and the John W. Berry, Sr. Wright Brothers National Museum, visitors can get a glimpse into the lives of the innovative pilots and learn more about the first practical aircraft they created. Travelers will also want to check out Dayton's National Museum of the United States Air Force – the world's largest and oldest museum dedicated to military aviation history – and the National Aviation Hall of Fame for more aviation background.

Located along the banks of Lake Erie, Sandusky beckons to water lovers and thrill-seekers. In addition to boasting proximity to waterfront trails and beaches, the town is home to Cedar Point, an amusement park that features some of the world's tallest and fastest roller coasters. The attraction also offers rides designed for little ones, plus a sports center and a water park . Outside of Cedar Point, travelers will find additional family-friendly facilities, including the Merry-Go-Round Museum and Kalahari Resorts & Conventions Sandusky, the largest indoor water park in the state.

Water activities abound in this lakeside town, which sits roughly 40 miles southeast of Toledo. Port Clinton is known for its fishing, so anglers can set their lines to catch walleye. Meanwhile, recreation seekers can launch kayaks and canoes in Catawba Island State Park or take a ferry to the surrounding islands and Cedar Point amusement park. For those who like a bit more bustle on their vacation, Port Clinton always seems to have something going on, from various festivals and concerts throughout the summer to the Walleye Drop on New Year's Eve, a longtime local tradition.

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'Devil Comet' 12P/Pons-Brooks reaches peak brightness tonight. Here's how to see it

It might even be visible to the unaided eye during peak brightness.

The "Devil Comet" will reach peak brightness this weekend as it passes near the sun. 

The comet , also known as 12P/Pons-Brooks , visits the inner solar system every 71 years and will reach perihelion — the point in its elliptical orbit when it's closest to the sun — on Sunday (April 21), appearing bright enough to possibly be seen by the naked eye. 

This rarely-seen comet has exhibited occasional outbursts during its journey, creating a horned-like appearance that has earned the comet various nicknames including " Devil Comet " and "Millennium Falcon." These outbursts are fueled by dust, rock and ices that are heated by the sun and turned into gas, which has formed the glowing horned-shaped halo around the comet, also known as a coma. 

Related: Here's how to see 'horned' comet 12P/Pons-Brooks at its brightest this week (video)

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The 10.5-mile-wide (17 kilometers) comet is on a trajectory that will bring it about 72.6 million miles (116.8 million km) from the sun during its closest approach. This means Comet 12P will be most visible from Earth a few nights before and after reaching perihelion, when it's at its brightest and viewers might have the chance to see it without any equipment. Here's how:

Viewers in the mid- to southern latitudes of North America can look toward the Taurus constellation immediately after sunset to spot the comet. It will be just below the constellation, with the prominent 'V' shape of Taurus pointing down towards it. The comet will appear just to the left of Jupiter , which will appear as a bright pale yellow orb. 

Look for a circular, wispy patch of light with possibly a faint tail that stretches up and to the left of the bright central area, or coma, that surrounds the comet's nucleus. 

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There is a chance that it might be visible to the unaided eye in dark areas with clear skies, but a small telescope or binoculars will certainly allow you to spot Comet 12P if conditions are right in your area.

Unfortunately, observers in northern latitudes may struggle to see the comet because it will be positioned in the glow of sunset.

If the comet has one of its outbursts during its close approach of the sun, it would experience a period of brightening that could make it easier to observe without a telescope or binoculars. 

Shortly after this weekend's perihelion, Comet 12P will make its closest approach to Earth on June 2, but by that time, it will only be visible in the Southern Hemisphere.

Editor's Note: If you snap an amazing Comet 12P photo and would like to share it with Space.com's readers, send your photo(s), comments, and your name and location to [email protected]. 

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Samantha Mathewson joined Space.com as an intern in the summer of 2016. She received a B.A. in Journalism and Environmental Science at the University of New Haven, in Connecticut. Previously, her work has been published in Nature World News. When not writing or reading about science, Samantha enjoys traveling to new places and taking photos! You can follow her on Twitter @Sam_Ashley13. 

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We finally know which Family Dollar stores in Ohio and Cleveland are closing: See the list

• Updated: Apr. 19, 2024, 7:08 p.m. |
• Published: Apr. 19, 2024, 12:03 p.m.

A large billboard sign beckons customers to this Family Dollar store in Jackson, Miss., Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2019. (AP Photo/Rogelio V. Solis) AP

• Sean McDonnell, cleveland.com

CLEVELAND, Ohio — Weeks after announcing layoffs and closings throughout the state, Family Dollar has finally give Ohio a list of which stores it is closing a day before they are scheduled to shutter Saturday.

The list comes in the form of an updated layoff notice . Family Dollar has sent the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services a WARN notice in late March saying 265 employees could be laid off because the company “intends to close multiple stores located in Ohio.”

On Friday that notice was updated to include a list of 35 stores.

Dollar Tree announced a few weeks ago that it would close about 1,000 stores over the next several years, including 600 Family Dollar stores in the first half of 2024. This represents about 12% of the company’s 8,000 Family Dollar stores.

Companies are required to send what’s called a WARN notice to state governments when they close a manufacturing plant, store or another facility. These notices generally include where the facility.

Dollar Tree had never responded to cleveland.com’s questions about the closing stores.

ScrapeHero, a website that shares data on store locations, says Family Dollar had about 460 stores in Ohio as of Friday morning, unchanged from last month.

In the Cleveland area, seven stores are closing, according to the list:

• 6704 North ridge Road in Madison
• 9302 Miles Ave. in Cleveland
• 1250 East 105th St. in Cleveland
• 19 North Arlington in Akron
• 400 Oberlin Road in Elyria
• 2138 State Route 45 in Austinburg
• 580 Vernon Odom Blvd. in Akron

Another 28 stores are closing in Ohio:

• 531 West Plane St. in Bethel
• 7990 Reading Road in Cincinnati
• 1121 North Reynolds Road in Toledo
• 650 North University Blvd. in Middletown
• 440 North James H McGee Blvd. in Dayton
• 519 South 2nd St. in Ripley
• 2372 Cleveland Ave. in Columbus
• 3577 East Livingston Ave in Columbus
• 3407 Harrison Cincinnati
• 675 East Hudson St. in Columbus
• 2299 Waycross Road in Cincinnati
• 199 South Riverside Drive in New Miami
• 4450 Mahoning Ave. in Youngstown
• 2191 East 5th Ave in Columbus
• 2101 Central Point Parkway in Lima
• 15978 Cleveland-East Liverpool Road in Beloit
• 18160 Township Road 287 in Conesville
• 8050 Hamilton Ave in Mount Healthy
• 349 Cambridge Street North in Cumberland
• 7731 state Route 139 in Lucasville
• 11045 Main St. in New Middletown
• 8578 Market St. in Youngstown
• 615 Walnut St. in East Liverpool
• 930 Elm St. in Racine
• 360 North Main St. in Amsterdam
• 8920 state Route 160 in Bidwell

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Walmart Rolls Out Major Changes For In-Person Customers. See What Stores Are Impacted

T wo more Walmart stores—one in St. Louis, Missouri, and one in Cleveland, Ohio—are getting rid of their self-checkout machines, according to a statement shared with Business Insider . The self-checkout machines will reportedly be removed after hours and the process will be completed within two weeks.

"We believe the change will improve the in-store shopping experience and give our associates the chance to provide more personalized and efficient service," Walmart spokesperson Brian Little told Insider. 

TIME has reached out to Walmart for comment and further information. 

The news comes after Walmart made a similar change to three New Mexico stores last year, removing all self-checkout machines. Other stores, including Target, Dollar General, and FiveBelow have also said that they are scaling back their reliance on self-checkout services in recent months. Dollar General announced that it would remove the self-checkout option from 300 stores while FiveBelow is opting for a hybrid checkout whereby staff manually scan the items for customers at the self-checkout machines. Target is implementing a new rule that only allows you to use self-checkout if you are purchasing 10 items or less.

Self-checkout on average appears to have a significantly higher rate of theft, with one study by a shopping startup called Grabango suggesting that shoppers are 21 times more likely to sneak a stolen item past a machine than from a human checkout.

It’s especially common for shoppers to purchase some items while shoplifting other items during self-checkout, causing retailers to have large amounts of inventory that is unaccounted for, referred to as “shrink.” Some shrink may even be unintentional. Approximately one in five shoppers say they accidentally took an item from self-checkout without paying for it, according to a survey from LendingTree .

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