BCPL Resources
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AtoZdatabases
AtoZdatabases is a premier online reference and research tool providing instant, up-to-date information on US businesses and residents, including marketing and sales leads; mailing lists; employment opportunities; background searches; and profiles on companies, executives, and healthcare professionals. Plus, search historical addresses, locate lost friends and family, attend live training webinars, or send group e-mails for free with pre-designed templates.
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Auto Repair Source
Powered by the automotive experts at MOTOR, Auto Repair Source provides the most accurate, authoritative and up-to-date service and repair information for thousands of domestic and imported vehicles. All content comes from the Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) and includes step-by-step repair information, diagrams, maintenance schedules, parts and labor estimates, service bulletins, and recalls. A valid library card is required for use outside a BCPL library location.
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Consumer Health Complete
Searches the latest evidence-based reports, encyclopedias, reference books, and medical research. Provides content covering all areas of health and wellness from mainstream to holistic and integrated medicine.
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Flipster
Flipster is a next-generation magazine service that lets users browse digital versions of the latest issues of popular magazines for free, courtesy of the library. Magazine categories include arts & crafts, business & money, entertainment, home & garden, science & technology, and so much more! Flipster offers convenient access and a user-friendly reading experience. Magazines can be read online with your computer, smartphone, or tablet or downloaded to your mobile device for offline access.
Automotive
Auto Repair Reference Center Database - Library database; provides do-it-yourself auto repair help, technical service bulletins, recalls, etc.
Better Business Bureau Auto Line
General Sites for Consumers
Consumer Action Website - How to file a complaint; a federal government site.
Consumer Reports (some info requires subscription)
Kentucky Office of Consumer Protection
U.S. Consumer Information Gateway
Home & Energy
Consortium for Energy Efficiency
A Consumer's Guide to Energy-Efficient & Healthy Homes
Energy Saver (U.S. Department of Energy)
Energy Star (EPA)
Green Guides (Federal Trade Commission)
Home Tips - Home improvement buying guides and reports, maintenance info, and DIY projects
Kentucky Real Estate Commission
Sweets Network - Product and manufacturer info, details on green products and trends, etc.
Zillow.com - Free online real estate site to search homes for sale, find home prices, see home values, view recently sold homes, and check mortgage rates.
Money & Financial Issues
Lowermybills.com - An Experian company, free online service to help consumers reduce their cost of living.
Mortgage and Financial Calculators
Shopping Spot - Compare prices, locate coupons, etc.
Motley Fool - Investment, personal finance, and retirement information.