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Utilizing the U.S. Federal Census Makes Sense
The U.S. Federal Census, taken every decade, can provide a wealth of information about the everyday lives of your ancestors, from their children and siblings to their occupations and their movements across the country. MoreDead Men Do Tell Tales
Death certificates provide clues to our ancestors' births, lives, deaths, and their final resting places. MoreNews from Other Towns
Local newspapers hold the key to the details of our ancestors' daily lives. MoreHow Do Your Favorite Genealogy Websites Rank?
A new very useful list of the most viewed genealogy websites is available online. MoreTurn Off the Reality TV and Tune into Genealogy
"Who Do You Think You Are" returns to NBC on Friday nights at 7 p.m.More
Ancestry.com to Offer Free Access to 1940 U.S. Census
In April 2012, Ancestry.com will begin streaming free images from the 1940 U.S. Census. MoreRemember to Keep a Family Medical History
New research indicates the importance of continually updating your family medical history. MoreFamily Search Continues to Grow
If you haven't logged onto Family Search lately, you are missing out. MoreAre You a Taphophile?
Our relationship to cemeteries changes with time.More
Changes Coming to Ancestry Library Edition
New search features and an improved user experience will soon be here. MoreLooking for an Exciting Genealogy Game?
New Facebook app intended to put the fun in genealogy. MorePrime Time Genealogy Show to Return to NBC
NBC announces season 2 celebrities for "Who Do You Think You Are?" MoreWhere in the World is That Book?
Locating genealogy books and articles is not as difficult as it used to be. MoreWhat Did They Mean By That?
Understanding word usage and the historic meaning of words in documents is an important research skill.More
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