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hoopla

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hoopla provides free access to streaming movies, popular music, bestselling audiobooks, and more – with no wait! Content is available from PBS, The Great Courses, DC, Marvel, Acorn, A&E, and more.

Hospital Compare

Description
Compare hospitals based upon quality measures for treatment of heart attacks, heart failure, pneumonia, and surgery. Produced by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and by the Hospital Quality Alliance.

JSTOR

Description

JSTOR is a vast digital library, granting access to an extensive collection of academic journals, books, and primary sources, serving as a valuable resource for scholarly research.

Kelley Blue Book

Description
Contains blue book values for new and used cars, motorcycles, personal watercraft, and snowmobiles, as well as, car reviews and ratings.

Kentucky Digital Library

Description

An online repository of oral histories, photographs, maps, and digitized primary documents, showcasing Kentucky's heritage through a wealth of digitized collections and resources.

Kentucky Driving Tests

Description
Prepare yourself for the Kentucky car, motorcycle and CDL written tests with this collection of free practice tests and handbooks.

Kentucky Virtual Library

Description

An online platform offering a wide range of digital resources and research tools, catering to the information and educational needs of Kentucky's residents and students.

LearningExpress

Description

An online resource providing interactive tutorials, practice tests, and skill-building materials, aiding learners in various subjects and test preparation.These include SAT, ACT, GED, ASVAB, GRE, LSAT, Postal Exam, etc.

Legal Forms

Description

Contains KY and US legal forms. Includes real estate contracts, wills, pre-marital agreements, bankruptcy forms, divorce forms, landlord tenant contracts and more.

Lexington Herald-Leader Collection

Description

Explore Lexington and Louisville history through local news, events and people with Lexington Herald-Leader Collection. Search current and archived issues with full-color newspaper pages, full-text articles and content only published online.

LibriVox

Description

A volunteer-driven platform that offers free audiobooks of public domain literature, making classic books accessible through spoken-word recordings.

Literature Resource Center

Description

Literature Resource Center provides a wealth of literary analysis, biographies, and critical essays, supporting in-depth study and research in the field of literature.

MasterFILE Premier

Description
This multidisciplinary database provides full text for nearly 1,950 general reference publications with full text information dating as far back as 1975.

MEDLINE

Description

A comprehensive biomedical database containing a vast collection of references to scientific and medical literature, aiding healthcare professionals and researchers in their work.

Middle Search Plus

Description
Contains articles from middle school magazines on a broad range of topics and the text of important historical US documents.

NADA Price Guide

Description
Contains price values for new and used cars, classic cars, motorcycles/ATVs, snowmobiles, personal watercraft, boats, and recreation vehicles.

Nashville Tennessean Historical

Description
The Nashville Tennessean (1812-1922). This historical newspaper provides genealogists, researchers and scholars with online, easily-searchable first-hand accounts and unparalleled coverage of the politics, society and events of the time.

New York Times Website Access

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Access the New York Times for original, quality journalism, varied perspectives and practical advice on nearly every topic — from the vital issues shaping our world to the simple pleasures that make everyday life better.

New York Times: Print Edition

Description

Considered the official U.S. newspaper because it publishes the complete text of important documents, speeches and presidential press conferences. The paper's reporters have won scores of Pulitzer Prizes throughout the publication's 150-year history.

Newspaper Source

Description
Contains newspaper articles on a broad range of topics. Includes national newspapers, such as USA Today, and regional newspapers, like the Bowling Green Daily News.

NoveList Plus

Description

Contains reader's advisory aids, such as, author read-alike suggestions, book discussion guides, awards lists, genre lists, and author bibliographies.

Contains reader's advisory aids, such as, author read-alike suggestions, book discussion guides, awards lists, genre lists, and author bibliographies.

Search Novelist Plus

OpenDissertations

Description

An extensive collection of openly accessible dissertations and theses, providing valuable academic resources for research and scholarly purposes.

Opposing Viewpoints in Context

Description

An online resource that presents a wide range of perspectives on various topics, helping users explore and understand different viewpoints on important issues.

Overdrive

Description

A digital platform that offers access to an extensive library of eBooks and audiobooks, providing readers with a convenient way to borrow and enjoy a wide variety of literary works.

Project Gutenberg

Description

A pioneering digital library offering a vast collection of free eBooks, including many classic literary works and historical texts, accessible to readers worldwide.

Public Library Core Collection: Nonfiction

Description

Nonfiction is a curated collection of nonfiction books for public libraries, featuring essential titles across various subjects to support the diverse reading and informational needs of library patrons.

PVA Property Search (Jefferson County)

Description
Contains information about properties in Jefferson County, including information about the owners, the assessed value, the building characteristics, the sales history and more. It is only available for use at the library.

Regional Business News

Description

A resource providing access to regional and local business news and publications, offering insights into economic developments and trends at the community level.

Safercar.gov

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Find crash test and rollover ratings for vehicles, tire ratings and safety information, air bag and rollover safety information. File a safety complaint. Check for recalls and find information on ongoing investigations.

Sanborn Maps 1867-1970

Description

A valuable historical resource featuring detailed fire insurance maps that document the urban development and infrastructure of cities and towns in the United States during the late 19th and 20th centuries.

Senior High Core Collection

Description
Provides a selective list of fiction and non-fiction titles recommended by collection development specialists for high school students (grades 9 through 12), along with review sources and other professional aids.

Small Business Reference Center

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An online resource offering a wealth of information, tools, and guidance for entrepreneurs and small business owners, helping them navigate and grow their ventures.

Small Engine Repair Reference Center

Description
These manuals contain thousands of accurate and concise step-by-step maintenance and repair instructions for hundreds of small engine machines and their supporting components.

Sociological Collection

Description

A comprehensive database providing access to a wide range of academic journals, articles, and research materials in the field of sociology, supporting in-depth sociological research and studies.

Statistical Abstract of the U.S.

Description
The Statistical Abstract of the United States is a one-volume, comprehensive summary of statistics on the social, political, and economic organization of the United States.

Teacher Reference Center

Description

An invaluable resource for educators, offering access to a diverse collection of academic journals and educational resources to aid in lesson planning and professional development.

TeenBookCloud

Description
TeenBookCloud is an online collection of ebooks, enhanced novels, graphic novels, videos and audio books, which includes access to an amazing range of content for all reading levels.

TOPICSearch

Description

A research database that facilitates in-depth exploration of current events and diverse topics by providing access to a wide range of articles, reports, and resources from reliable sources.

Transparent Language

Description
Explore a new language at the library, at home, or on the go using any Internet-connected device. Available in 110+ languages, including ESL/ELL.

Tumblebooks

Description
TumbleBookLibrary has over 1100 titles for grades K-6, and includes our unique animated, talking picture books, read-along chapter books, National Geographic videos, non-fiction books, playlists, as well as books in Spanish and French.

US Newsstream

Description
US Newsstream enables users to search the most recent premium U.S. news content (including the Courier Journal), as well as archives which stretch back into the 1980s featuring newspapers, newswires, blogs, and news sites in active full-text format.

Value Line Research Center

Description
"The Value Line Investment Survey" is a stock analysis newsletter serves as a comprehensive, multifaceted investment management solution.

Wall Street Journal

Description

A prominent and respected daily newspaper focusing on business and financial news, providing critical insights into the global economy and markets.

Weiss Financial Ratings

Description
A single source for financial strength ratings and financial planning tools covering insurance, banks, mutual funds and stocks.

WorldCat

Description

A vast and comprehensive online catalog that allows users to search and locate books, articles, and other materials in libraries worldwide, making it a valuable resource for researchers and bibliophiles.

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