http://www.modot.org/kansascity/
In addition to Road construction information for the Kansas City area, one may click on “real-time traffic” and see highway cameras for various cities. On the right side, there is a link for reporting pot holes.
Submitted by Jack Batterson
The MU Libraries Creative Magazine
Web tip of the week, Aug. 29 2011 – fraudulent emails
http://www.ic3.gov/media/2011/110311.aspx
The public is reminded to beware of fraudulent emails and websites purporting to conduct charitable relief efforts. To learn more about avoiding online fraud, please see “Tips on Avoiding Fraudulent Charitable Contribution Schemes
Submitted by Jack Batterson
Electronic waste recycling
Hey everyone! According to this article in the Missourian (http://www.columbiamissourian.com/stories/2011/08/17/electronic-waste-recycling-event/) there will be an electronic waste recycling event at the Home Depot on Clark Lane on August 27th.
I’ve also been told that Best Buy will take non-working televisions (32″ or less); they charge $10 to take it, but then give you a $10 store credit in exchange. (Obviously, you might want to check with them before you haul your TV in there!)
August 2011 Spotlight Award Winner – Matt Stottle
Stop, don’t steal that book! This month’s Spotlight award goes to Matthew Garrett Stottle, security officer at Ellis Library.
Hailing from Carmichael, California, Matt obtained his bachelors degree in Classical Studies from Mizzou. He’s been working for the University since 2006, and with Ellis Library Security since 2010.
Matt’s destination of choice is Chicago, IL. Speaking on Chicago, he says “I love the diversity and accessibility of the city. No matter what time of year, there is always something to do, and an easy and safe way to get there.” Matt even lived in Chicago for a summer, falling short of trying and experiencing everything the town had to offer. A round of applause for trying!
In his spare time, Matt enjoys playing around with gadgets, studying for his next IT certification, or building computers. He has a penchant for a currently suspended British magazine named “PC Extreme” which showcased unconventional computer cases. Since Matt enjoys designing computer cases it would hardly be a surprise to see him featured in an issue, should the magazine be around today.
One additional bit of news he is happy to share: “I am getting married on June 2, 2012 with a very loving a supportive woman I met while working at the old Campus McDonald’s.”
Congratulations, Matt!
Web tip for Aug 22 2011 – PodiatryNetwork
Aug 22 2011
www.PodiatryNetwork.com
How to treat foot, ankle, lower leg, and knee disorders.
Submitted by Jack Batterson
Web tip of the week for Aug. 15, 2011 – buying Electronics
Aug 15 2011
Decide.com and shopobot.com
These help assess the best time to buy electronics. They help you decide when to buy, what to buy, and how much to pay. Decide.com covers only TVs, cameras and computers. These websites give the best price and retailer name.
Submitted by Jack Batterson
Web tip of the week, Aug. 8 2011 – eBay for postcards
eBay.com
Did you know that you can search by city and state for postcards and pictures? For about $5 one can buy several Ellis Library postcards that show the front entrance.
Submitted by Jack Batterson
Webtip of the week – aug 1 2011 – Vaisala Lightning Explorer
Thunderstorm.vaisala.com/explorer.html
Vaisala Lightning Explorer displays recent lightning activity across the entire continental U.S.
Submitted by Jack Batterson
web tip of the week for July 25 2011 – free online courses
www.OpenCulture.com/freeonlinecourses
385 free courses from top universities, including links to youtube and apple online courses.
Submitted by Jack Batterson
June 2011 Spotlight Co-Winner: Sheila Voss
Our Spotlight Co-Winner for the month of June 2011 is Sheila Voss! Sheila works in administration at MU Libraries, where she is the Donor Relations Specialist. She has been with Mizzou for 18 years, and has worked with the libraries for 17 of those years.
Sheila is originally from not too far away in Jefferson City, MO. She obtained her BSBA at the University of Missouri.
Sheila enjoys spending her spare time reading, cross-stitching, or doing various crafts. Additional company may include her cleverly named felines Loki and Domino.
The coolest place that Sheila has visited is China. If you plan on treating her to her favorite treat, be sure to get milk chocolate covered macadamia nuts. Yum!
The actress that Sheila would choose to portray her in a movie would be Katherine Heigl.
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