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Community Matters,
Government
Published April 24, 2013
This new, interactive map from the City of Springfield is chock-full of useful data.
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Published April 13, 2013
ReferenceUSA is the go-to database for your telephone and address search requests. Learn more about this robust resource at ReferenceUSA's upcoming training session.
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Published March 10, 2013
Have a cell phone and had enough of those pesky calls and texts from telemarketers? Sign up for the Missouri No Call list.
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Published August 8, 2012
Some tips to help you get the most out of your remaining summer days while also getting ready to go back to school.
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Published September 24, 2011
Banned Books Week, which runs September 24-October 1, draws attention to the history and continued existence of challenges to reader's rights.
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Published April 25, 2011
On April 5 voters approved the Springfield Smokefree Air Act of 2011. Learn more about the harmful health effects of smoking and find resources to quit.
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Published April 7, 2011
Do you need an authoritative medical resource but can't get to the Library? You can access up-to-date and reliable health information from the Library's website.
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Published February 8, 2011
President Obama gave his second State of the Union address on January 25, 2011. Learn more about this annual tradition.
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Published January 18, 2011
Have you heard? The IRS will no longer send income tax packages in the mail. But you can still pick up forms at your local Library.
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Published October 18, 2010
The general election in Greene County will be held on November 2. Find your polling location, learn about candidates and issues, and more.
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Published August 5, 2010
Plans are completed for a statewide health information exchange that would use electronic medical records to make patient information easily accessible to multiple healthcare professionals over a secure network.
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Published July 14, 2010
The Official Manual of the State of Missouri (a.k.a. the Blue Book) and the Revised Statutes of Missouri will soon only be available online.
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Published June 17, 2010
A new way to stay current. Many governmental departments offer blogs that highlight the latest news and events from their corner of the federal government.
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Published May 17, 2010
The U.S. Mint will issue 56 quarters featuring designs depicting national parks and other national sites as part of the United States Mint America the Beautiful Quarters™ Program.
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Published April 30, 2010
Warm weather means more time outside soaking up the sun and tidying up our yards. It also means more exposure to poison ivy. Learn how to maximize your outdoor fun while minimizing your poison ivy risk.
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Published April 20, 2010
We all know that the role of our elected officials is to represent their constituents, but who exactly are these representatives?
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Published March 22, 2010
C-SPAN's video archives from 1987 to present are now available for free viewing at C-SpanVideo.org.
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Published January 28, 2010
President Obama gave his first State of the Union address on January 27, 2010. Learn more about this annual tradition.
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Published January 2, 2010
The new year has arrived, have you picked up your income tax forms yet?
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Published December 17, 2009
There are no safety concerns associated with a recent recall of H1N1 pediatric vaccines, the CDC reports.
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Published December 14, 2009
The U.S. government's official web portal.
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Published December 11, 2009
How much should that medical procedure cost? Ask the Healthcare Blue Book.
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Published December 10, 2009
There are endless ways to celebrate the holiday season in Greene County and many options are free for the whole family.
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Published December 10, 2009
Vote now on how government can function better while being fiscally smart.
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Published November 27, 2009
A recent report from the United States Preventative Service Task Force contradicts years of thinking about breast cancer prevention
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Published November 17, 2009
The Butterball
® Turkey Talk-Line is open annually in November and December.
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Published November 4, 2009
November 11 is Veterans Day. "On that day let us solemnly remember the sacrifices of all those who fought so valiantly, on the seas, in the air, and on foreign shores.."
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Published November 1, 2009
A new study indicates a higher rate of dementia in former N.F.L. players.
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Published October 24, 2009
A few tips to help you and your little ghouls enjoy a safe Halloween.
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Published October 21, 2009
Results from a Competitive Assessment of the Springfield metropolitan area were released October 14.
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Published October 15, 2009
The 2009 Nobel Prizes in Science were recently announced in Physics, Chemistry and Medicine/Physiology.
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Published October 14, 2009
Refine your search of this collection of digital reference books with the Advanced Search option.
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Published October 13, 2009
It's flu season in the Ozarks. Stay informed on area flu information and learn prevention tips.
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Published October 7, 2009
The Library and other area organizations offer resources to help job seekers improve their chances for success.
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Published September 21, 2009
A review differs from a critical study. A Critical study may appear in any printed form, at any time. Rather than focus on a specific book, it focuses on some aspect of the writer’s style, themes or critical reputation.
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Published August 31, 2009
Are you on the prowl for a new employer? Admittedly, the job search can seem overwhelming at first. Luckily for those of us in the Ozarks, we have a great resource in the Missouri Career Center.
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Published August 31, 2009
The Community Health Library, sponsored by St. John's Health System, is devoted to providing accurate health-related inforation to assist patients, family members and members of the community in southwest Missouri and northwest Arkansas.
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Published August 31, 2009
During the month of November, Americans remember the many contributions and accomplishments of Native Americans. Explore the Native American heritage with books and movies, available from the Library.
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Published August 31, 2009
Wouldn't it be nice to get legal information from experts instantly? The Missouri Bar Association is making this a reality.
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Published August 19, 2009
The age-old question of when to repair your current vehicle and when to trade it in for a new (or newer) one gets even harder in tough economic times. The Library can help you find information to make the decision.
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Published August 18, 2009
An excerpt from Missouri Historical Review 31 (July 1937); reprinted with permission of the State Historical Society of Missouri.
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Published July 13, 2009
Missouri is currently the puppy mill capital of the the U.S. What does that mean for the people and pets of Missouri?
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Published July 1, 2009
There has been a lot of news coverage of the protests in Iran. Why are these protests occurring, who is in the right, and how does this story affect us as Americans?
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Published June 26, 2009
School is out and it's time for some summer fun in the Ozarks.
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Published June 11, 2009
The last two full-power analog TV stations in Springfield turned off their signals on Friday, June 12.
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Published June 5, 2009
Admit it. You've got one. Somewhere in the back of your garage it sits, probably covered in dirt and surrounded by your recyclables. Like a long forgotten friend, it calls to you:
Sure is nice out! We should go for a ride. You slam the door and head for the couch.
Time to stop ignoring the call! Dust off your bicycle and go for a spin. Whether for fun or transportation, there are lots of ways to bike the Ozarks!
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Published May 29, 2009
A new report released in March gives Missouri, along with ten other states, a failing grade in providing legal resources to protect teens from dating violence.
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Published May 22, 2009
Technology increases family togetherness, according to a recent Pew report.
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Published May 15, 2009
Recently, it was reported that a sinkhole opened up just outside of a local elementary. A few days later, another small sinkhole appeared just down the road. What exactly causes these massive, spontaneous depressions in the earth's surface and what are their consequences? Let's do some mental spelunking!
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Published April 30, 2009
Cinco de Mayo (Fifth of May) is just around the corner. Learn more about this holiday and the Ozarks' vibrant Hispanic community.
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Published April 25, 2009
Are you looking for a way to save money and reduce waste? Consider skipping your usual trip to the grocery store for a week – or more – and eat what you already have on hand. Save dollars at the store and save food that might have been wasted.
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Published April 20, 2009
National Arbor Day is Friday, April 24. How will you celebrate?
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Published April 16, 2009
Designed to protect children from exposure to lead and phthalates, the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) has met with some debate.
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Published April 8, 2009
Area students will be taking the Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) test between March 30th and April 27th. Every year, it seems the test leaves many students and parents scratching their heads and pondering the value of the time spent both preparing and taking the lengthy tests.
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Published April 8, 2009
The St Louis Art Museum will be exhibiting the Power and the Glory: Court Arts of China's Ming Dynasty. A first of its kind, the exhibition will focus solely on the art of the period and serve as a definitive guide to Ming court art.
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Community Matters,
Law,
Politics & Elections
Published March 30, 2009
The upcoming election will include races for city council, school board, and fire protection board in many Greene County communities.
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Science
Published February 6, 2009
Across the country, participants in the events will share knowledge about our natural world and demonstrate why science is so important to our communities, our country, and the world.
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Community Matters,
Politics & Elections
Published January 16, 2009
Springfield voters rejected a new one-cent sales tax for the purpose of funding the City of Springfield Police and Firefighters Pension System.
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Published September 12, 2008
The Nonpartisan Court Plan, a proposal to change the way Greene County Judges are selected, is likely to appear on the November Ballot.
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