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MnDOT Library illuminates the way to smart transportation planning

by Zach Miller
In honor of the 50th anniversary of the Capitol Area Library Consortium (CALCO), we are profiling a number of its members for our readers. The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) Library underpins the work of MnDOT employees as well as city and county officials across Minnesota. MnDOT Library is more than just a resource center, it is a key player in the development and maintenance of Minnesota's transportation system.
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New Resource Pack for schools: the Civil Rights Movement

by Ann Kaste, Stephanie Hess, Molly Huber, Beth Staats
Minitex staff and librarians who work with eLibraryMN, Ebooks Minnesota, Minnesota Digital Library, and Resource Sharing have come together to create Resource Packs for Minnesota schools! This month's pack features fiction, nonfiction, and primary sources about the Civil Rights Movement.
EM & Barcode vs RFID

EM & barcode vs RFID... What is best for your library?

by Dana Kocienda, Tim Peters
Sentry Custom Security manufactures both technologies in the USA, and has created a free webinar to answer your questions about EM & Barcode vs RFID. It's good to do research and careful planning when choosing between EM barcode and RFID systems for library management. By understanding the unique features and considerations associated with each technology, libraries can make strategic investments that optimize their operations and enhance user experiences.
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Register today: Presidential Nomination Primaries 101

by Zach Miller
Don't be caught flat-footed when your patrons ask for help understanding the first step in this year's elections: the primaries. Join the State of Minnesota's director of voter outreach on February 20 to learn everything you need to know.
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We knew there was trouble when they flew in: Luxury emissions

by Jesus Maldonado Sanchez
Celebrities, including Taylor Swift, enjoy being in the spotlight, but not when it comes to their carbon footprint. Let’s explore the excess carbon emissions caused by celebrity travel, and the attempts to mitigate them.
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Minnesota libraries cooperate to preserve 500,000 books for future generations

by Zach Miller
The Minnesota Shared Print Program is the effort of 24 academic libraries from across Minnesota. Each participating library has agreed to retain books in their collection deemed an important part of the scholarly record that are in demand but scarcely available within Minnesota or elsewhere in the United States. The program was administered and paid for by Minitex, a division of the University of Minnesota Libraries directly funded by the Minnesota Office of Higher Education.
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Minnesota Learning Commons releases annual report

by Maggie Snow
The Minnesota Learning Commons supports public educators teaching in online, blended, and digital learning environments. The Minnesota Learning Commons (MnLC) is a partnership between the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE), Minnesota State, and the University of Minnesota created through a joint powers agreement.