National Information Center (NIC) June 26, 2009
Posted by Sarah in All, Banking, Consumer Information, Finance.Tags: bank histories, banks, Federal Reserve, National Information Center, NIC
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www.ffiec.gov/nicpubweb/nicweb/nichome.aspx
From the site: “The National Information Center (NIC) is a central repository of data about banks and other institutions for which the Federal Reserve has a supervisory, regulatory, or research interest, including both domestic and foreign banking organizations operating in the United States. This web site provides access to NIC data, allowing the public to search for detailed information about banking organizations.”
What Happened to…? June 26, 2009
Posted by Sarah in All, Banking, Consumer Information, Finance.Tags: bank histories, bank mergers, banks, St. Louis Fed, TN banks
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http://stlouisfed.org/banking/structure/what_happened_to.cfm
This site, from the St. Louis Fed, tracks bank mergers and histories for selected banks in the Eighth District (Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Mississippi, Missouri and Tennessee).
National Center for Electronics Recycling April 17, 2009
Posted by Sarah in All, Computers, Consumer Information, Telecommunications.Tags: ecycling, electronics recycling, used electronics
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www.electronicsrecycling.org/Public/default.aspx
The National Center for Electronic Recycling “is dedicated to the development and enhancement of a national infrastructure for the recycling of used electronics in the U.S.” Sections of particular interest include Ecycling Basics, Laws, Resources and a tool for finding local recyclers.
The Organic Center April 17, 2009
Posted by Sarah in Agriculture, All, Consumer Information, Environment, Food, Health, Plants, Science.Tags: Organic Center, organic farming, organic foods
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“The Organic Center is a great website that focuses on the science behind organic agricultural production. Their mission is ‘to generate credible, peer reviewed scientific information and communicate the verifiable benefits of organic farming and products to society.’ Under the ‘State of Science’ tab at the top of the page visitors should check out the ‘Hot Science’ section. The articles listed here will give the visitor an idea of all the aspects of organic production there are, and why they are important. For instance, articles such as ‘Common Insecticide Causes Neurological Deficits in Children’, ‘Soil Quality from Long-term Organic Management Nearly Doubles Flavonoids in Organic Tomatoes’ and ‘Hormone Growth Promoters Feed to Beef Cattle Linked to Adverse Impacts on Male Sexual Development’. The ‘Organic Resources’ tab at the top of the homepage has links to ‘Consumer Resources’ and ‘Science Resources’, which are loaded with links to websites regarding all aspects of organic agriculture. The ‘Leaders in Organics’ link, also under the ‘Organic Resources’ tab, has articles by a food scientist and by the chief marketing executive of an organic food company. Visitors interested in receiving the Organic Center’s monthly e-newsletter, The Scoop, can sign up by clicking on the ‘News & Media’ tab, and then clicking on the ‘Newsletter Archive’ link. After signing up, visitors should browse the archives of the newsletter, which go back to the beginning of 2007.”
>From The Scout Report, Copyright Internet Scout Project 1994-2009. http://scout.wisc.edu/
Making Home Affordable March 20, 2009
Posted by Sarah in All, Consumer Information, Credit, Finance, Real Estate, United States.Tags: Financial Crisis, Mortgages
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http://makinghomeaffordable.gov/
The Obama Administration launched this site yesterday to provide a starting point for homeowners who have questions about their mortgages and their financial future. Users should start with the self-assessment tools to determine their eligibility for various options. Detailed information is available on refinancing and loan modification, or users can start with the FAQ.
Diplodocs August 11, 2008
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Diplodocs is an archive of instruction manuals for electronic equipment, household appliances, tools and much more. Browse by brand or product type or search by model number. Users can view manuals or upload their own.
Community Supported Agriculture August 8, 2008
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http://attra.ncat.org/attra-pub/csa.html
Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) is becoming more popular around the nation. The link above is a very good overview of CSA from the National Sustainable Agriculture Information Service. For a directory of CSAs, visit localharvest.org.
FishWatch: U.S. Seafood Facts August 1, 2008
Posted by Sarah in All, Animals, Biology, Consumer Information, Environment, Food, Health, Rivers, Water.add a comment
FishWatch aims to create informed consumers by providing information on fish species, their life cycles, how much is available and how much is being caught, current management, and sustainability issues. Some nutritional information is also available.
How To Clean Stuff June 3, 2008
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This site contains guides and user tips on cleaning everything from clothing and furniture to cars and electronics.
How to Go Organic May 30, 2008
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To help cultivate the growth of organic farming, the Organic Trade Association created this guide for anyone exploring “going organic.” The site is organized into five main sections: Pathway for Producers, Pathway for Processsors, North American Directory, Regional Guide and Key Resources.
Real Estate Survival Guide May 21, 2008
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http://money.cnn.com/magazines/moneymag/yourhome/2008/index.html
CNNMoney has created this central site to help new homebuyers, real estate investors and any homeowner interested in their home’s value. Included are home price forecasts for the 100 largest markets in the U.S., rules for buyers and sellers, foreclosure rates and top markets for buying and selling.
Car & Driver Buying Guide May 13, 2008
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www.caranddriver.com/buying_guide
Car & Driver offers this free buying guide for new automobiles. It contains price guides, expert reviews, and much more. Browse by make, price range, body style or market segment.
HealthGrades May 2, 2008
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From Library Journal:
“HealthGrades is ‘Guiding America to better healthcare’ by allowing medical consumers to research hospitals, nursing homes, and physicians. You can find hospital quality ratings for the most common medical conditions as well as locate doctors in your area by field of practice.”
FixYa April 18, 2008
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FixYa is a comprehensive site which houses technical support, manuals and troubleshooting tips for a variety of consumer products. This site can also be used to locate a repair service for a particular product.
Eat Wild – Directory of Farms March 24, 2008
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www.eatwild.com/products/index.html
For customers looking for grass-fed animal products, this directory contains over 800 pasture-based farms listed by state. “Farm products include pastured beef, pork, lamb, bison (buffalo), rabbits, chevon (goat meat), deer, chicken and turkey. You will also find eggs from pastured hens and milk, butter and cheese from grass-fed cows or goats, along with some wild-caught seafood, produce, nuts, honey, and more.”
Deciphering Food Expiration Dates February 21, 2008
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http://blog.usa.gov/roller/govgab/entry/deciphering_food_expiration_dates
This post from the GovGab Blog explains how consumers can decode the language of food expiration dates. “Sell by,” “Best if used by,” and “expiration date” are all explained. Links are also provided to food storage information.
Foreclosure Procedures by State February 20, 2008
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www.realtytrac.com/education/noframes/foreclosurePro.html
RealtyTrac has created this easy-to-use guide covering the foreclosure procedures for each state. Judicial and non-judicial foreclosures are explained. Use the menu on the left side to see an overview of foreclosures and information on buying foreclosed homes.
2008 Child Safety Seat Ease of Use Ratings February 18, 2008
Posted by Sarah in All, Children, Consumer Information, Safety, Transportation.add a comment
www.nhtsa.gov/portal/nhtsa_eou/info.jsp?type=infant
From the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Ratings are provided for Infant Rear Facing Seats, Toddler Forward Facing Seats, Convertible Seats and Child Booster Seats, based upon ease of use.
Greener Buildings January 31, 2008
Posted by Sarah in All, Business, Consumer Information, Engineering, Environment, Home Repair, Materials, Real Estate.add a comment
Greener Buildings “is a free, Web-based resource to help companies of all sizes and sectors understand and address building design, construction, and operation in a way that aligns environmental responsibility with business success.” This site will also be useful for consumers who are interested in building a new home, remodeling or creating an addition. In the resources section, check out the backgrounders, case studies and tools.
