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How Long To Keep Receipts And Other Paperwork

Jan 1, 2015 | From the Reference Desk

Tax season is about to begin, and many taxpayers are looking through old receipts wondering what to keep and what to pitch. What about all those other papers that have accumulated over the years? The following website articles will help you clean out your files for a...

Technology Buying Guides

Dec 1, 2014 | From the Reference Desk

The holidays are a time of year when many people are searching for evaluations for the newest technology products. While many branches of the Monroe County Library System carry a subscription to Consumer Reports, a second opinion is often desired. PC Magazine Online...

Pass It On Campaign

Nov 1, 2014 | From the Reference Desk

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is the nation’s consumer protection agency. The agency works hard to prevent fraudulent, deceptive and unfair business practices. These types of practices have become commonplace, and the FTC wants to educate the public about...

New Service From The Secretary Of State

Aug 1, 2014 | From the Reference Desk

Now Available from the Secretary of State – Just in time for the August 5 election: "It's time to vote" text and email reminders For the first time, Michigan voters can sign-up to receive free text or email reminders from the Michigan Secretary of...

National Sex Offender Public Website

Jul 1, 2014 | From the Reference Desk

(NSOPW) National Sex Offender Public Website According to its website, The NSOPW is the only U.S. Government Website that links public state, territorial, and tribal sex offender registries into one national search site where concerned residents, parents, and...