Category Archives: info.gov

Blog with your gov’t: TSA

Posted on February 13, 2008 by Barbara

OK, you’ve been waiting for this one…if you travel by air and would like to, um, discuss or even question some of the security screening, well, this blog’s for you! The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) started a blog called Evolution … Continue reading →

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Free File federal taxes online!

Posted on January 31, 2008 by Barbara

Earlier I blogged about where to find tax forms in print. Of course, you can also file online. And if your 2007 adjusted gross income is under $54,000, you can prepare and file your federal taxes online for free–aka Free … Continue reading →

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Finding tax forms isn’t taxing

Posted on January 2, 2008 by Barbara

Looking for tax forms for 2007? The University Library does not provide print copies of tax forms, however, forms are available online and can be printed out: Forms and Publications (U.S.) Forms (Wisconsin Dept. of Revenue) Tax Forms/Publications (Illinois Dept. … Continue reading →

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Travel Safely

Posted on December 20, 2007 by Barbara

If you’re traveling this season, please be safe. There are websites (usually from a state’s department of transportation) that can help you make decisions about when and where to drive. Driving Conditions (Wisconsin Dept. of Transportation) This site provides a … Continue reading →

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Numbers, anyone?

Posted on December 13, 2007 by Barbara

Looking for international statistics? Country info? The United Nations may have just the numbers you need! There are several United Nations statistical databases available free (for non-commercial use) online at http://unstats.un.org/unsd/databases.htm: Census Knowledge Base The Census Knowledge Base, a fundamental … Continue reading →

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Empowering Youth with Nutrition and Physical Activity

Posted on November 29, 2007 by Kate

Trying to get kids and young teenagers to eat healthy and to stay active isn’t easy for any adult. That’s why the U.S. Department of Agriculture has created a workbook entitled Empowering Youth with Nutrition and Physical Activity for teachers … Continue reading →

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Elections 2008 Information

Posted on November 29, 2007 by Barbara

The Documents Center of the University of Michigan Library has compiled a web site with links to all sorts of information about Elections 2008. Use the links at the top of the page to navigate to Presidential candidates, political advertising, … Continue reading →

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Want to be informed about the Great Lakes?

Posted on November 22, 2007 by Barbara

Concerned about our Great Lakes and Wisconsin’s coastal areas? You aren’t alone! These majestic and valuable areas are of great importance to all 8 states that border the lakes (the world’s single largest supply of fresh water, accounting for about … Continue reading →

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Turkey Day Facts

Posted on November 21, 2007 by Barbara

Here is some trivia to use to amaze your friends and family this holiday, brought to you from the U.S. Census Bureau. Which states produce most of the traditional Thanksgiving Day foods many of us will be eating? Wisconsin is … Continue reading →

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Children’s Book Week: Coloring Books!

Posted on November 15, 2007 by Barbara

In honor of Children’s Book Week, November 12-16, 2007, here’s news about your tax dollars at work I’ll bet you didn’t know. The Federal Government produces coloring books! Actually, state governments get into the coloring book game too. There’s a … Continue reading →

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