Free Credit Reports

Get your free credit reports by using this official government website: Annual Credit Reports. This site provides information about and a link to annualcreditreport.com, the only authorized online source to get your free credit reports under Federal law. Read the FAQ page for more information. You can use any PAC, public access catalog computer, at any Spokane City Library to link to these sites. There is no time limit. You do not need a library card to use a PAC. Printing is 10 cents per page. You can also request your free credit reports by mailing in the request form or by phoning: 1-877-322-8228.

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Space Weather

Cosmicopia’s Space Weather is designed for interested readers without a background in this area of science. See also the NOAA  Space Weather Prediction Center and their Aurora Maps. For Kids, Parents, and Teachers, try Nasa’s Space Place with games and projects and classroom activities.

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Census Atlas

Census Atlas of the United States: Census 2000 Special Reports, the first comprehensive atlas of population and housing produced by the Census Bureau since the 1920s. Paper copy available on the Downtown Reference Atlas Stand 304.6097 UNITED

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MedlinePlus, now in over 40 languages!

MedlinePlus: answers to health questions. authoritative information from government agencies and health-related organizations. easy access to medical journal articles. information about drugs, a medical encyclopedia, interactive patient tutorials, and the latest health news.

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What is a Federal Government blog?

This blog announces Federal government news and documents. Do you have any ideas for the kinds of information you would like to see on this blog? Have you heard about any good government websites or new documents? We invite you to share your ideas here. Or if you want to ask a private question about government, you can contact us at Ask a Librarian.

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Earth Week 2008

EarthDay.gov - Official government portal for events and information. Earth Day For Kids - federal government Web sites for kids related to Earth Day and the environment.
EPA Earth Day - Tips for home, community, school, work, shopping. Earth Day History - Library of Congress American Memory collection. EnergyStar.gov - find energy efficient products and practices. Green Vehicle Guide - Use this guide to choose the cleanest and most fuel-efficient vehicle that meets your needs. Teaching Resources - basic information sites to assist you in teaching your students about the environment.

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October 15 is the Deadline to file an IRS form to receive a Stimulus Check this year.

Economic Stimulus Checks Mailing Schedule

A return must be filed by October 15 in order to receive a stimulus payment this year. See this online calculator for an estimate of the amount you may receive.

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Gov Info’s Ask a Librarian service

Government Information Online is a free service supported by libraries throughout the United States. GIO offers online chat or email on its Ask A Librarian service. These librarians specialize in answering questions about government information.

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U.S public debt that is held by foreigners

“U.S. Treasury securities are issued to finance the federal budget deficit.  Of the public debt that is privately held, about half is held by foreigners.”  Read more in this CRS report: China’s Holdings of U.S. Securities: Implications for the U.S. Economy, January 09, 2008. Citizen access to CRS Reports that are already in the public domain is provided through Open CRS, a project of the Center for Democracy & Technology; they provide and encourage Congress to provide public access to all CRS Reports. Read more here about the Congressional Research Service.

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March is National Nutrition Month

Nutrition.gov provides access to food and nutrition information from across the federal government.  Find your online personalized nutrition plan at Mypyramid.gov.
Fitness.gov is the health, physical activity, fitness and sports information website of the President’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports.  Find information about women at the National Women’s Health Information Center, a service of the Office on Women’s Health.

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