resource of the week: down for everyone or just me?

Ever wonder if a website is really down or just not working for you?  Meet Down for Everyone or Just Me?, a site that allows you to check just that!

resource of the week: ReadyRowan

Emergency and disaster situations can happen at any moment, day, or week.  Being prepared ahead of time is key to ensuring that our loved ones, co-workers, home, business, and property are protected to the best level possible.

When disaster strikes, the best protection is knowing what to do.  Rowan County has put together a great website, ReadyRowan, to help citizens be prepared.  On this site you'll find links to make a plan, build a kit, sign up for community emergency notification alerts, and more.

resource of the week: internet verification handbook

Although the Verification Handbook targets journalists, its tools and techniques of verifying information are certainly of value to information professionals and our users.  For more on this resource, check out Gary Price's InfoDocket article here.

resource of the week: downloadable art books

Browse and download more than 250 free art books through the Getty Publications Library or nearly 400 free art books from the Metropolitan Museum of Art.  Perfect for the serious researcher or the thrifty art lover!