04.13.09
New Documents at the State Library, March 2009
Just in case you think all documents are little brochures or dry statistics, check out these titles recevied in the State Library:
Early art of the northern far east, the Stone Age. U.S. Dept of the Interior. This is an interesting and detailed study of art and artifacts from Beringia, the region between North America and the Northern Far East, which is part of Russia.
Ready to talk, helping parents talk about sex. U.S. Dept of Health and Human Services. This is another kit from the Parents Speak Up National Campaign (www.4parents.gov) to help parents speak to children about sexuality and sexual relations. The kit has cd with training videos and downloadable materials, a manual for leaders, details on a workshop, and materials for parents. Check it out for a presentation at a small gathering, parents meeting at school, or individual use. Visit the website for additional information.
Innovations in compassion, the faith-based and community initiative: a final report to the armies of compassion. The White House. This final report from the White House Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives offers an account of the organizations partnering with the federal government to work against poverty, disease, and other social ills. Measurable results, government reforms and innovations, and prospects for the future of the FBCI are included. Several partners are highlighted, including individuals, organizations, or states that made significant inroads to solving problems or conditions such as malaria, vulnerable youth, prison violence, HIV/AIDS, and hunger.
The Sphinx 2008. The Citadel. C 4985 8.S64
The Sphinx is the yearbook for this fine state military college and is a fine collection of photos and text for the college. We always appreciate having these yearbooks as they are useful for researchers down the road.
South Carolina Wildlife Magazine. Dept of Natural Resources. N2197O 3.W45.
It has been awhile since I mentioned this award-winning magazine and it is still as beautiful as ever. Articles for March-April include brook trout, hidden treasures on the forest floor, red-cockaded woodpeckers, lesser known roads and others. Check it out!
South Carolina Criminal and Juvenile Justice Trends 2008. Dept of Public Safety. P9602JS 2.C64
This is a regular publication of the Office of Justice Programs Statistical Analysis Center. It provides basic statistical information on crime rates, arrests, the courts, inmates, probationers, and parolees in South Carolina.
South Carolina Aeronautical Chart SC Dept of Commerce C736A 4.A36
South Carolina Airport Directory and Plot’s Guide. SC Dept of Commerce C736A 8.A46-2
These are complementary publications for pilots. The map opens up to a full map of the state with aeronautical symbols. The back has a directory of airports with descriptions of the landing conditions. The guide boasts that aviation generates at least $4.3 billion in economic activity in South Carolina, and the agency targets the guide for pilots and businesses. Each airport has a page with standard information including manager name, ground control and tower frequencies, and a total of 45 different items. An aerial view of the airport is featured.
County Base Labor Market Analysis Publications. SC Dept. of Commerce C736WL 2 B172
Have you been aware of the flood of documents mounted to the website of the Department of Commerce (http://www.sccommerce.com/ Go to the “Documents Directory” link)? Over the past year or so the department has published in print and pdf current detailed reports on the labor markets of EVERY South Carolina county! The reports have a positive statement for every county and include material and statistical charts on the labor supply and types, education levels, income, population, and major occupations. This is a major and prolific publishing endeavor and fills an information void in ready statistics on labor and employment in the state. Check it out! At both the Library and the department website!
State of South Carolina Popular Annual Financial Report 2008 Comptroller General. C7395 3.P56
PAFR is a convenient and easy-to-read summary of state government finances. Relive the $250 million budgetary deficit caused by unsustainable spending. This should be mandatory reading to understand the economic situation for the state today.
